Veterinary Surgeon - South East

Veterinary Surgeon – Southeast London/Kent

Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum (DOE)
Location: Southeast London/Kent
Hours: Full-time, no sole charge, no on‑call

We’re seeking a passionate and skilled Veterinary Surgeon with a medical bias to join a well‑established small animal practice in Southeast London. You’ll be joining a friendly three‑vet team, supported by an experienced group of nurses and support staff, with no sole charge responsibilities.

The practice is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art facilities, including digital x‑ray, a full dental suite, and a range of diagnostic tools. Out‑of‑hours care is provided by a nearby dedicated service, allowing you to maintain a healthy work‑life balance.

You’ll have the opportunity to work within a collaborative, vet‑led community, benefiting from access to an extensive network of practices and specialists for case discussions and referrals. The role offers the perfect blend of clinical autonomy and team‑based support, with excellent opportunities for career development and knowledge sharing.

• Conduct 15‑minute consultations to assess, diagnose, and treat patients.
• Provide clients with advice on preventative healthcare and long‑term pet wellbeing.
• Collaborate with veterinary surgeons, nurses, and support staff to deliver outstanding patient care.
• Maintain accurate and detailed clinical records.
• Take part in community‑wide CPD initiatives and best practice sharing.
• Work with the Clinical Director to uphold high standards of care.
• Build strong relationships with clients and their pets.
• Perform a variety of surgical procedures according to your skillset.

We’re looking for an experienced, confident, and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon who thrives in a supportive, collaborative environment. You’ll have a genuine passion for providing high‑quality care and developing lasting relationships with clients and their pets.

• Competitive salary:
  Up to £75,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Annual leave: 25 days, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays
• Sabbatical: 4 weeks paid sabbatical after 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 years’ service
• CPD:
  Generous allowance and excellent development opportunities
• Private healthcare
• Occupational health services
• Free eye test vouchers and contribution towards VDU glasses
• Enhanced maternity/paternity leave
• Colleague pet discount scheme (for up to 5 registered pets)

This position offers the chance to join a forward‑thinking, vet‑led community dedicated to providing outstanding care while supporting the wellbeing and growth of its clinical team. You’ll enjoy a collaborative workplace, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a real difference to pets and their owners.

If you’re an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for medicine and a commitment to compassionate care, we’d love to hear from you. Please email Jordan at  to request some additional information.