Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon – Uxbridge Vets for Pets
Up to £75,000 DOE | No OOH | Brand-New Purpose-Built Practice | Full-Time

Ever dreamed of joining a brand-new, shiny practice and helping shape it from day one?
Want to work somewhere that balances career growth with a vibrant local lifestyle?

Welcome to Uxbridge Vets for Pets opening August 2026, where your ideas, skills, and enthusiasm will help build something truly special.

Why This Role is Exciting:

This is your chance to be part of something from the ground up. You won’t just be filling a role, you’ll be helping design workflows, set clinical standards, and influence the culture of the practice.
You’ll get:

• Full-time hours (around 40 per week, Monday–Friday 9am–7pm)
• Saturday work on a fair 1 in 2 rota (9am–5pm)
• No out-of-hours shifts
• Flexibility to discuss part-time options

We want you to feel supported, challenged, and inspired all while having the time to enjoy life outside work.

The Practice:

Our purpose-built, modern clinic has been designed with both clinical excellence and colleague wellbeing in mind:

• Spacious, light-filled consult rooms
• Separate dog & cat wards
• Dedicated theatre & prep area
• Isolation room
• Digital X-ray & dental X-ray
• Ultrasound & multi-parameter monitoring
• In-house lab (haematology, biochemistry, urinalysis)
• Microscope

Everything we’ve included is aimed at helping you provide the best care, with workflows that make your day easier and a workspace you’ll love.

Meet Oscar – Our Practice Owner:

"I’ve worked all over the UK, from Wales to Scotland, and finally settled in London. After nearly 10 years in practice, I wanted to create a space that focuses on professional growth, teamwork, and fun. I’m excited to build a welcoming, supportive culture at Uxbridge and I can’t wait to meet you!"

Oscar’s vision? A practice that feels like home for pets, clients, and colleagues alike where your ideas really matter.

Life in Uxbridge:

Uxbridge is lively, well-connected, and packed with green spaces:

• Historic town centre with cafés, restaurants, and shopping at The Pavilions & Intu
• Cowley Recreation Ground & Colne Valley Regional Park for dog walks, cycling, and canal strolls
• Just 15 minutes’ walk to West Drayton station with easy connections across West London and Central London
• Minutes from everyday conveniences including Costa, McDonald’s, PureGym, and local shops

City life meets countryside charm, perfect for exploring, relaxing, or socialising after work.

About You:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon who:

• Is RCVS-registered with 2+ years’ experience in small animal practice
• Confident with routine medical and surgical procedures
• Communicates well with clients and colleagues
• Enjoys working as part of a team but is comfortable with occasional sole charge
• Is interested in developing a clinical interest area with certificates fully supported

If you love variety, growth, and making a real impact, you’ll thrive here.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £75,000 DOE
• Generous CPD allowance with support for certificates
• 5.6 weeks’ holiday (increasing with service)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• Access to colleague wellbeing programmes and pastoral care
• Cycle to Work scheme
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home & The Groom Room
• Exclusive Pets at Home Group rewards

Why Join Uxbridge Vets for Pets?

Be part of a brand-new practice with:

• Modern facilities
• Supportive leadership
• Clinical freedom
• A culture built around teamwork and fun

Whether you’re aiming to develop your clinical skills, work towards a certificate, or simply want to enjoy a rewarding, flexible role in a vibrant location, this is your chance to make a real impact from the very beginning.

Location: UB8 2TE

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!