Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Full Time – West London

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Full Time – West London: (Company Name - Subscribers only)

Our Client | Independent Small Animal Practice

Salary: Competitive | No OOH | Flexible Working | Visa Sponsorship Available

Our client is a well-established, independently owned small animal practice with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality, personalised veterinary care. The practice has been serving its local pet community for over 25 years and is proud of its loyal client base and varied caseload.

We are now seeking an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and supportive team from late August 2026 (with flexibility for an earlier start date if required).

About the Practice

The practice is modern, well-equipped, and able to offer a diverse and interesting caseload. Facilities include:

Digital radiography

High-quality ultrasound

Full IDEXX laboratory suite

Advanced anaesthetic and blood pressure monitoring

Excellent surgical and consulting facilities

The team also benefits from the expertise of a Small Animal Surgery certificate holder, alongside visiting specialists in orthopaedics and ophthalmology, as well as an Advanced Practitioner in dermatology.

You will be joining a welcoming and collaborative team consisting of:

2 Veterinary Surgeons

2 Registered Veterinary Nurses

2 Veterinary Care Assistants

2 Receptionists

The Role

This position would suit a Veterinary Surgeon with strong communication and relationship-building skills who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team.

Applicants should have:

A minimum of 3 years’ UK small animal general practice experience

Confidence performing routine soft tissue surgery

A strong commitment to patient and client care

The practice actively encourages clinical freedom and supports vets in developing their own clinical interests.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality veterinary care to small animal patients

Carry out consultations, diagnostic workups, and routine surgery

Work collaboratively with the clinical and support teams

Maintain accurate clinical records

Provide excellent client communication and continuity of care

Working Pattern

Full-time: 4 days per week

1 in 2 Saturday mornings

Minimal sole charge

No out-of-hours or on-call

No Bank Holiday work

Flexible rota available

Benefits

Competitive salary

7 weeks annual leave including Bank Holidays

£1,500 CPD allowance (FTE)

Certificate funding available

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Staff discounts, including enhanced discounts for pets

Relocation package and/or welcome bonus available

Visa sponsorship available if required

Additional Information

The practice offers a supportive and relaxed working environment with a strong focus on clinical freedom, teamwork, and work-life balance.

Please note: this role is for permanent applicants only, and locum candidates will not be considered.

For further information or an informal discussion, please get in touch.