Veterinary Surgeon - Harlow
| Posting date: | 08 October 2025 |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £65,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 November 2025 |
| Location: | CM20 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-55536-20726 |
Summary
Veterinary Surgeon - Harlow
• Join a thriving, independent small animal practice with exciting growth and renovations underway
• Work in a supportive, collaborative team of 6 Vets, 14 Nurses, VCAs and Receptionists who value your input
• Enjoy modern, expanding facilities, including new consult rooms, separate cat & dog waiting areas, and 24/7 nurse cover
• Access to visiting specialists, CPD support, and certificate opportunities to keep developing your skills
• Take on varied caseloads from routine consults to complex surgeries, with the chance to run a branch practice as Lead Vet
• Benefit from a flexible rota, generous salary (up to £65k DOE), and great work–life balance
Are you an experienced Vet looking to join a friendly, supportive team in a growing and forward-thinking independent practice? Our client, a thriving small animal practice situated on the Hertfordshire/Essex border, is expanding and on the lookout for a motivated Veterinary Surgeon to become a part of their passionate and dedicated team. With a main hospital based in a bustling West Essex town and a nearby branch surgery set for expansion, this is an exciting time to join.
You’ll be working alongside a collaborative team of 6 Vets, 14 Nurses, 4 Veterinary Care Assistants and 5 Receptionists, in an environment where your input is valued and ideas are always welcome. The practice offers high-quality care ranging from routine consultations to complex surgeries, and they pride themselves on delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a genuinely positive workplace culture.
The main site is currently undergoing significant renovations designed to enhance both patient and team experience, including the addition of separate cat and dog waiting areas, new consult rooms, an isolation ward and more. The facilities are well-equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, an in-house lab and everything else you'd expect from a modern practice. A nurse is on-site 24/7 to handle out-of-hours calls, meaning Vets are only called in when needed, with the rota involving one weeknight on-call and one in every 4–5 weekends.
Peripatetic specialists regularly visit the practice, offering appointments and advice, and there’s always opportunity to learn and grow. Our client is looking for a Vet who is confident with sole charge and possesses solid surgical skills; for the right candidate, there is a potential opportunity to run their branch practice as the lead vet. Most importantly, they’re looking for someone who enjoys what they do, brings a sense of humour to work, and thrives in a laid-back but professional atmosphere.
If you’re ready to be part of an exciting new chapter and think this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you and tell you more!
The Rota:
• Flexible scheduling (Full-time and part-time positions available)
• Full-time rota: 4 or 5 days, 9am – 7pm
• 1 night a week on-call (off-site unless needed)
• 1 in 4/5 weekends, Saturday consults 9am – 1pm then on-call until Monday (off-site unless needed)
The Package:
• A superb salary of up to £65,000 DOE
• Generous annual leave
• Professional fees paid
• CPD and certificate support
• Mentorship opportunities for less experienced vets
• Access to continuing education and training
• A positive and collaborative work culture paying special attention to mental health
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to w.kovach-ward@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: JOB-55536