Small Animal Vet - Dewsbury
Small Animal VetPermanent
Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
Job Description
This is an opportunity to join a Small Animal Practice in Dewsbury with a diverse caseload that is primarily made up of sick and injured pets. You will be working within a supportive, inclusive environment where every team member contributes to clinical excellence. The role also offers a strong focus on learning, with regular CPD and training opportunities within the wider team.
Key Details
- Location: Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
- Profession: Veterinary Surgeon
- Contract Type: Permanent
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Working Pattern: 4-day week
- Weekends: 2 in 9 Saturday days
Why You'll Love This Role
This role offers the chance to work in a practice with an affordable, high-quality service and a varied caseload that will keep your clinical work engaging. You will also benefit from a culture that values contribution, supports development, and operates without hierarchy.
About the Role
You will be joining a team focused on delivering exceptional care to pets and their owners. The caseload is mainly centred on sick and injured animals, giving you the opportunity to use your clinical skills across a broad range of cases.
The role is suitable for a Veterinary Surgeon with 2 years' experience or more. It is designed for someone who wants to continue developing while contributing to a collaborative service.
The working environment is inclusive and supportive, with a shared commitment to clinical excellence. The structure is intended to allow each team member to play an active part in the delivery of care.
About the Practice
The practice is part of a not-for-profit organisation and operates as a Community Interest Company, with a focus on delivering affordable, high-quality veterinary care. Facilities include an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, and digital x-ray.
The clinic operates seven days a week and offers flexible working hours. The team includes highly skilled professionals, including surgeons with advanced practitioner status, and there is a clear emphasis on continuous improvement through regular CPD sessions and training opportunities.
Working in Dewsbury
Dewsbury in West Yorkshire offers a practical base for veterinary professionals who want access to a wider regional network of towns and cities. It is well placed for commuting across West Yorkshire, with Leeds and Bradford within reach, and it may suit candidates looking for a location with good connections and a manageable day-to-day lifestyle.
Benefits
- £70,000 per annum, reflective of skills and experience.
- 6 weeks' holiday, including bank holidays.
- Visa sponsorship available.
- CPD funding.
- Private health care, 52 weeks sickness benefit and free employee assistance programme, awarded after qualifying period.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity package.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- RCVS and VDS fees paid.
- Access to counselling support including mental health, financial and life counselling after 12 months of service.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- E-car scheme.
- Store discounts from Perkbox.
- Staff discounts.
- Refer-a-friend bonus.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of caseload can I expect?
The caseload is diverse and is primarily made up of sick and injured pets. This offers variety and the opportunity to continue developing clinically.
What experience is required?
The role is for a Veterinary Surgeon who is 2 years qualified or more.
Is flexible working available?
Yes. The clinic operates seven days a week and offers flexible working hours.
What facilities does the practice offer?
The clinic has an in-house laboratory, ultrasound and digital x-ray.
What support will be available?
The wider team is supportive and inclusive, with regular CPD sessions and training opportunities.
If you are looking for a rewarding Veterinary Surgeon role in Dewsbury, this could be an excellent next step. Please get in touch to learn more and express your interest.
Job Reference No: JN-35588
Job location
Dewsbury, West Yorkshire
This is the approximate job location. The exact practice address is shared with suitable candidates.
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