Small Animal Vet
Small Animal VetPermanent
Job Description
A brand-new clinic, a team built from scratch, and the chance to join from opening day. This is a rare opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who wants to help shape a modern Small Animal Practice with a strong focus on clinical care, client experience, and a collaborative culture.
Based in Tunbridge Wells, this role offers the chance to be part of a new veterinary service with purpose-built technology, sensible caseloads, and clear commitment to professional development. If you are looking for a fresh start and a role where your input will help shape the clinic from day one, this is well worth your time.
Key Details
- Position: Permanent Veterinary Surgeon
- Location: Tunbridge Wells
- Profession: Small Animal Vet
- Experience Required: At least 2 years’ proven experience as a veterinary surgeon in first opinion practice
- Qualifications: BVSc/BVM&S or equivalent, MRCVS or eligible to register
- CPD: £1,500 allowance and 5 days’ dedicated study leave
- Annual Leave: 200 hours plus bank holidays
- Birthday Leave: Birthday off after one year’s service
- Pension: Salary sacrifice scheme with 5% employee and 3% employer contribution
- Healthcare: Access to healthcare incentive after one year of employment
- Other Benefits: Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, free snacks and lunch in clinic, monthly peer recognition schemes, regular team and company social events, opportunity to participate in a share options scheme subject to eligibility criteria
Why You'll Love This Role
This is a genuine opportunity to help build a clinic from the ground up while working alongside a Clinical Director and a veterinary team committed to high standards. The role combines clinical responsibility with strong support for development, making it well suited to a Veterinary Surgeon who wants both influence and progression.
About the Role
You will deliver high-quality patient care across consultations, surgery, and case management. The role requires confident first opinion small animal clinical practice, strong clinical judgement, and an evidence-based approach to medicine.
Client care is a central part of the position. You will provide clear, empathetic communication, obtain informed consent, issue fee estimates, and discuss treatment plans and diagnostic results promptly.
You will also contribute to a collaborative team environment, working closely with veterinary and nursing colleagues, taking part in appraisals and development discussions, and sharing learning with the wider team. There is an expectation to engage with clinical audits, quality improvement, and patient safety reporting.
The role also includes maintaining professional and regulatory standards, supporting correct charging and preferred product use, and responding appropriately to complaints and compliance requirements.
About the Practice
This is a new clinic being built around modern design, purpose-built technology, and a fresh approach to veterinary care. The aim is to create a setting that works well for pets, clients, and clinical teams alike.
The culture places emphasis on sensible caseloads, clinical support, and career development. There is a clear focus on collaboration, positive client relationships, and continuous improvement.
Working in Tunbridge Wells
Tunbridge Wells is a well-connected town in Kent with access to surrounding parts of the South East and London commuting routes. It may suit Veterinary Surgeons looking for a role in a market town setting while remaining within reach of wider regional travel links. The area offers a practical balance for those considering both local living and commuting.
Benefits
- 200 hours’ annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday off after one year’s service
- Salary sacrifice pension scheme
- £1,500 CPD allowance
- 5 days’ dedicated study leave
- Healthcare incentive after one year of employment
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Free snacks and lunch in clinic
- Monthly peer recognition schemes
- Regular team and company social events
- Share options scheme, subject to scheme rules and eligibility criteria
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of caseload can I expect?
You will work across consultations, surgery, and case management in a first opinion small animal setting. The role also includes a focus on clinical audits, patient safety, and quality improvement.
What experience is required?
You need at least 2 years’ proven experience as a veterinary surgeon in first opinion practice. BVSc/BVM&S or equivalent and MRCVS status, or eligibility to register, are also required.
Is there support for CPD and development?
Yes. The role includes a £1,500 CPD allowance and 5 days of dedicated study leave. There is also an expectation to engage in appraisals, development conversations, and shared learning across the team.
What kind of working environment is offered?
The clinic is designed around modern facilities, purpose-built technology, and a collaborative team culture. The aim is to create a professional environment where clinical care and client experience are both prioritised.
What is the role of the Clinical Director?
You will work alongside the Clinical Director and the wider veterinary team to deliver high-quality clinical services. The role reports to the Clinical Director and involves active collaboration on clinical standards and team working.
If you are a Veterinary Surgeon seeking a fresh challenge in a new Small Animal Practice, we would encourage you to apply for this opportunity and help shape the clinic from the start.
Job Reference No: JN-35773
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