Locum Vet Ongoing - Braintree
Small Animal VetLocum
Braintree, Essex
Job Description
An experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias is sought for a locum opportunity within a Small Animal Practice in Braintree. This role offers a structured working pattern, modern diagnostic support and the chance to work across weekday consulting and scheduled weekend cover. It will suit a candidate looking for a well-defined locum assignment in Essex.
Key Details
- Start Date: 28 December 2026
- End Date: Ongoing
- Working Pattern: Full time, 4 to 5 days a week
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 7.00pm
- Weekend Hours: Saturday, 9.00am to 6.00pm. Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm.
- Weekends: 1 in 4
- Role Type: Locum
- Location: Braintree, Essex
Why You'll Love This Role
This opportunity offers a clear rota and a varied small animal caseload within a practice equipped to support efficient day-to-day work. It will appeal to a Veterinary Surgeon who values structure and practical clinical support.
About the Role
The role is based in a Small Animal Practice and is suited to an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias. Day-to-day work includes weekday consulting, with weekend cover on a 1 in 4 basis.
The position is full time over 4 to 5 days each week. It is designed for a confident clinician who is comfortable working in a busy small animal environment.
About the Practice
The practice provides a comprehensive range of services for small animal patients. Clinical work is supported by an in-house laboratory, digital x-ray and ultrasound.
The team includes experienced veterinarians and dedicated support staff. The practice also offers flexible hours and emergency care outside regular working hours.
Working in Braintree
Braintree is located in Essex and offers a practical base for Veterinary Surgeons working in the county. It provides access to surrounding Essex market towns and is within reach of larger centres, which may suit candidates who are commuting or planning a move for a Small Animal Practice role.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of role is this?
This is a locum Veterinary Surgeon role in a Small Animal Practice.
What experience is required?
The role is for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a surgical bias.
What are the working hours?
Weekday hours are Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 7.00pm. Weekend cover is Saturday, 9.00am to 6.00pm and Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm.
How often will I need to work weekends?
Weekend cover is required on a 1 in 4 basis.
What facilities does the practice offer?
The practice has an in-house laboratory, digital x-ray and ultrasound.
If you are an experienced Veterinary Surgeon seeking a locum role in Braintree, please apply for further information.
Job Reference No: JN-35718
Job location
Braintree, Essex
This is the approximate job location. The exact practice address is shared with suitable candidates.
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