Veterinary Surgeon

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon 

 Location: Village Vet, Winchmore Hill 

 Hours: Full time (42 hours per week) over 4 days with 1 in 4 Saturdays and 1 in 8 Sundays plus 1 bank holiday per year.

 Salary: Up to £55,000 (D.O.E)

We are looking for a confident Small Animal Vet to join our wonderful 5 Vet team in North London!

 Why join us?

• Village Vet Winchmore Hill is a modern, progressive practice committed to delivering exceptional first-opinion care. We invest in our people, our facilities, and our community
• You will be joining our friendly, experienced team of 5 Vets. We actively support career progression at every stage, with opportunities for further certification and professional growth through structured development programmes. 
• Situated in the heart of a vibrant local community, our practice is surrounded by independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, with excellent public transport links making us easily accessible. We are proud to serve a well-established and loyal client base. 
• Our well-equipped practice includes on-site surgical, dental, and diagnostic facilities, with digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory- giving you everything you need to work up cases to a high standard. 
• Consultations are by appointment only, with a minimum of 15 minutes per patient to ensure tailored, thorough care. 

About us

Village Vet Winchmore Hill is a modern, progressive practice committed to delivering exceptional first-opinion care. We invest in our people, our facilities, and our community - ensuring that both pets and their owners receive the highest standard of veterinary service in a supportive, forward-thinking environment. 

Our friendly, experienced team fosters a culture of collaboration and continuous development. We actively support career progression at every stage, with opportunities for further certification and professional growth through structured development programmes. 

Situated in the heart of a vibrant local community, our practice is surrounded by independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, with excellent public transport links making us easily accessible. We are proud to serve a well-established and loyal client base. 

Our well-equipped practice includes on-site surgical, dental, and diagnostic facilities, with digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory- giving you everything you need to work up cases to a high standard. 

Consultations are by appointment only, with a minimum of 15 minutes per patient to ensure tailored, thorough care. 

• RCVS-accredited under the Practice Standards Scheme (Core) 
• Cat Friendly accredited 
• Investors in the Environment award holders 
• Actively working towards additional PSS awards and Dog Friendly accreditation 

As a nurse training practice, we are committed to supporting the next generation of veterinary professionals, offering structured graduate training and a nurturing environment for early career nurses. 

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a UK small animal practice
• Confident with routine surgery and consultations
• Strong teamwork, communication, and client-care skills
• Commitment to providing high-quality, contextualised patient care

What we offer

• 5-weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave (pro-rata)
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Village Vet bonus scheme
• Certifications encouraged and funding available
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Extensive internal and funded external CPD

About us

Village Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family-owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long-term as opposed to being focused solely on short-term profits.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets.

We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.

To apply, please complete the quick application form below. Alternatively, for more information please contact Lissa at Lissa.Semerdak@linnaeusgroup.co.uk  or call 07523268918.

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Salary Value: £55,000 per annum;

Salary Description: Up to and depending on experience