Veterinary Surgeon

Ref:  38324
Contracted Hours:  40
Custom Field 4: 
Job Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Handforth, DBY, SK9 3RN

Description: 

We’re currently on the lookout for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our team.

Position Details:

  • Job Title: Experienced Veterinary Surgeon (minimum 2 years)
  • Salary: £40,000.00 - £50,000.00 dependent upon experience
  • Location: Vets4Pets Ravenside, Chesterfield
  • Employment Type: Full-time

We are offering a competitive salary, plus a few extra perks like excellent career progression opportunities, funding for certificates and exclusive lifestyle and shopping discounts.

A bit about the role & team:

You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive practice with a great team culture. Our current team includes 4 Vets, 6 Nurses, 5 Client Care Advisors and a Practice Manager. We’ve structured our days to support both high-quality clinical care and your wellbeing:

  • 15-minute routine consults
  • 30-minute consults for PTS
  • Consults finish 30 minutes before closing

The role is based on a 40-hour week with 1 in 4 weekends.

Our practice is modern, light and spacious, with state-of-the-art equipment including digital x-ray, ultrasound, blood pressure monitoring and in-house lab facilities.

What we’re looking for:

  • A friendly, calm and enthusiastic vet
  • Strong people skills and a genuine passion for helping clients and their pets
  • Confidence in both medicine and surgical procedures
  • A positive, team-focused attitude

What’s in it for you:

  • 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home & Groom Room
  • Exclusive discounts and cashback offers
  • In-house career development opportunities
  • Generous CPD allowance and funded certificates
  • RCVS, VDS & BVA memberships paid
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Private health insurance
  • 5.6 weeks holiday per year, increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years.
  • Staff discount on pet care
  • “Pawsome Benefits” – retail discounts & cashback
  • Cycle to Work scheme

Location perks:

Based on the edge of the Peak District, the practice benefits from beautiful surroundings and great transport links. Whether you prefer countryside living or easy access to nearby towns and cities, the location offers a fantastic work-life balance.

We’re passionate about creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels supported, valued and able to be themselves. Our goal is to create an environment where people genuinely enjoy coming to work.

Please send your CV along with a brief summary of your background to jane.tranter@vets4pets.com.

Business Unit:  Vet Group
Date:  17 Apr 2026