Night Vet 7on-14off - Barnsley

Permanent Night Veterinary Surgeon – Barnsley

This is an opportunity to join a night ECC service in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, within a large, modern Small Animal Practice offering a varied and fast-paced caseload. You will be part of a supportive environment with access to daytime first-opinion and referral support, alongside modern clinical facilities and a clear focus on accessible veterinary care.

Key Details

- Start Date: 20 July 2026

- Working Pattern: 7:14 rota, average 28 hours per week

- Shift Times: 18:30-07:30

- Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire

- Salary: They are offering up to £73,900 p/a, reflective of skills and experience

Why You'll Love This Role

This role offers the chance to work in ECC with a diverse caseload while being supported by an established day team. The night service has recently introduced nurse-led care, helping to support stable inpatients overnight and contributing to a well-structured clinical environment.

About the Role

You will be working as a Veterinary Surgeon in a night service focused on inpatient care and emergency and critical care. The caseload includes medical and surgical cases, along with in-house orthopaedic procedures.

The role is suited to someone who enjoys a busy pace, values teamwork, and wants to develop their ECC skills. You will also be expected to work seamlessly with the day team to support continuity of care.

About the Practice

The hospital in Barnsley has 10 modern consulting rooms, four theatres, X-ray and dental suites, a separate dog and cat ward, an on-site lab, dedicated wards and isolation facilities. It provides free consultations, vaccinations, neutering, dentistry, full medical and surgical care, and advanced services including orthopaedic surgery.

The practice operates as a non-profit, Community Interest Company with a focus on accessible veterinary treatment and transparent pricing. It is accredited by the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme and offers on-site client parking.

Working in Barnsley

Barnsley is well placed for veterinary professionals who want access to South Yorkshire with strong links to nearby towns and cities, including Sheffield and Leeds. The location may suit those commuting from across the region, while also offering a practical base for hospital-based work. Barnsley combines local amenities with straightforward road connections, which can support an easier daily commute.

Benefits

- Up to £73,900 per annum DOE.

- Excellent development and training opportunities.

- 6 weeks of holiday per year.

- Cycle to work scheme.

- Enhanced maternity and paternity package.

- 52 weeks sickness benefit, private healthcare and a free employee assistance programme, awarded after 12 months of service.

- RCVS and VDS fees paid.

- Refer a friend bonus.

- Visa sponsorship available.

- Store discounts with Vivup.

- Staff discount.

- Contributory pension scheme.

- CPD funded.

Frequently Asked Questions

**What type of caseload can I expect?**

The caseload is varied and includes surgical and medical cases, as well as in-house orthopaedic procedures. The role is focused on inpatient and ECC work during the night.

**Is there any out-of-hours work?**

Yes. This is a night service role with shift times of 18:30-07:30 on a 7:14 rota.

**What support will be available?**

The night team is supported by first-opinion and referral services during the day, which helps with continuity of care and clinical support. Nurse-led care is also in place overnight for stable inpatients.

**What facilities does the practice offer?**

The hospital has 10 consulting rooms, four theatres, X-ray and dental suites, a separate dog and cat ward, an on-site lab, dedicated wards and isolation facilities.

If you are a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys ECC and wants to contribute to a service focused on affordability, quality care and teamwork, this could be a strong next move. Please apply now to find out more.

Job Reference No: JN-35584