Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Flexible Hours That Work For You!

Ref:  35538
Contracted Hours:  40
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Job Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Handforth, MAN, SK9 3RN

Description: 

Flexible hours. Brilliant team. Prime location.
Salary up to £70,000 (negotiable) 

Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for your next rewarding role? At Trafford Park Vets for Pets, we’re offering an opportunity to join a genuinely supportive, close-knit team where your wellbeing, growth and clinical freedom matter just as much as the care you deliver.

Why Join Us?

At Trafford Park, you’ll find a practice that really invests in its people. We’re a friendly, collaborative team that works hard, supports each other, and enjoys what we do. If you want a role where you can grow, feel valued, and achieve a healthy work–life balance, this could be the perfect fit.

About the Practice

Our purpose-built, modern surgery includes:

  • Digital x-ray, ultrasound and full in-house lab
  • Excellent microscope + dental x-ray
  • Multiparameter monitoring, drip pumps, syringe driver & bair hugger

You’ll be joining vets with interests in ophthalmology, acupuncture, internal medicine and cytology. They’re supported by a fantastic nursing team and VCA who run nurse clinics and assist with surgery and diagnostics. Our amazing front-of-house colleagues complete the team, ensuring consistently great client care.

We’re proud to have built a happy, fun, and supportive environment where everyone feels appreciated and empowered to do their best work.

The Role

  • 40 hours per week
  • Flexible shift patterns (ideal for childcare or work–life balance)
  • 1 in 3 Saturdays (9am–6pm) with time back in lieu
  • No OOH

We prioritise flexibility and are happy to discuss what works best for you.

Location

We’re based in Trafford Retail Park, just off the M60—making commuting simple and stress-free.

Plus, with Aldi, Starbucks, Nando’s, Five Guys, Pizza Hut and more on your doorstep, lunches and after-work plans are well taken care of.

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary up to £70,000 DOE FTE
  • 28 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)
  • Funded CPD + protected time off, with full support for certificates
  • Paid RCVS, VDS & BVA memberships
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Exclusive colleague discounts – including 20% off Pets at Home, The Groom Room & The Vet Group

Who We’re Looking For

A confident, compassionate vet who enjoys surgery and wants to work in a supportive team that champions development, balance and job satisfaction. Whether you’re aiming to build on your clinical interests, work towards a certificate or simply enjoy a fulfilling, well-balanced role—we’d love to meet you.

If you share our passion for delivering outstanding pet care and want to join a team that truly values its people, we’d be delighted to hear from you.

For more information: covet@vets4pets.com

To apply: visit vets4petscareers.com

Apply now and come join a team that feels as good as it looks on paper.

Business Unit:  Vet Group
Date:  28 Nov 2025