Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon (Maternity Cover)
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Salary
Salary up to £65,000 FTE DOE
Company
Ashworth Veterinary Group
Contact
Helen Watson
Sandhurst, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Ashworth Vets | February 2027 Start
12-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Looking for a supportive team, modern facilities and a great work-life balance?
Ashworth Vets is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team on a 12-month maternity cover contract starting in February 2027.
Our established practice has recently undergone a complete refurbishment and now boasts additional consult rooms, two theatres, separate dog and cat wards, and dedicated waiting areas. You'll be joining a close-knit, sociable team that genuinely enjoys working together and delivering exceptional patient care.
The Role
This position offers a varied caseload with a mix of consultations and surgery, supported by experienced vets, skilled RVNs, auxiliary nurses and reception colleagues. We also have multiple certificate holders within the team and offer laparoscopic spay services.
Working Pattern
✅ Full-time: 4-day week
✅ Part-time: 2-3 days per week
✅ 9:00am - 6:30pm
About You
We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who:
- Has experience within a first-opinion small animal practice
- Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team
- Is confident with routine consultations and surgery
- Delivers excellent patient and client care
- Is keen to continue developing their clinical skills
Benefits
- Salary up to £65,000 FTE DOE
- 6.6 weeks holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
- RCVS membership paid plus two additional memberships
- VDS cover
- £1,750 CPD allowance
- 5 paid CPD days
- Funded certificates
- Enhanced sick pay
- Family-friendly policies
- Buy and sell holiday scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Generous employee discount for your pets
- Health and wellbeing support programme
- Workplace pension
As part of the VetPartners family, you'll be joining a group recognised for its commitment to colleague wellbeing, development and team culture.
Interested?
For an informal chat or to apply, please contact:
Join a practice where you'll be valued, supported and encouraged to thrive while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. Apply today!
Address: Branksome Hill Road, Sandhurst, Berkshire, United Kingdom