Veterinary Surgeon - Essex


Company:	Purosearch
Salary:	£45,000 - £72,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	ESSEX
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Aug 2026
Closing date:	17 Sept 2026

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Summary

Veterinary Surgeon – Brentwood, Essex

Small Animal Vet | First Opinion Practice | Flexible Working Options | Up to £72,000 DOE

An established and highly regarded

first opinion veterinary practice in Brentwood, Essex is seeking an additional

Veterinary Surgeon to join its experienced and supportive clinical team.

Located in the heart of one of Essex’s most desirable towns, this opportunity is ideal for a

Small Animal Vet looking to develop within a thriving practice offering an excellent medical and surgical caseload, modern facilities, and genuine flexibility.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth and a consistently busy caseload, the practice is looking to welcome a confident

Veterinary Surgeon with experience in

routine GP surgery and first opinion practice.

This popular branch benefits from a varied mix of both

medical and surgical cases, making it well suited to a vet who enjoys a diverse workload and is confident managing routine procedures. Alongside the day-to-day demands of a busy small animal practice, the clinic is equipped with

ultrasound and

K-Laser therapy facilities, supporting a high standard of patient care.

The successful candidate will work alongside a highly experienced and collaborative clinical team, including multiple

Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs), experienced support colleagues, and a part-time Senior Vet. Additional clinical and operational support is provided by a dedicated

Regional Manager and

Regional Head Vet, ensuring guidance is always available when needed.

Flexible Working Options

The practice offers flexibility to suit different lifestyles and working preferences, with options including:

•

One full-time Veterinary Surgeon working a

4-day week, or

•

Two part-time Veterinary Surgeons

The rota has been designed to support work-life balance and includes:

•

Only one full day of sole charge

•

1 in 4 Saturdays

•

1 in 8 hospital Sundays

•

1–2 bank holidays per year

• Inclusion in a

last-resort on-call rotation

To support a smooth transition into the role, the successful Veterinary Surgeon will also spend time at the hospital during the induction period to meet the wider team and become familiar with clinical processes and facilities.

Key Responsibilities

As a

Branch Veterinary Surgeon, responsibilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality

veterinary consultations, conducting thorough clinical examinations, and recommending evidence-based treatment plans aligned with best practice and clinical protocols

• Performing

routine GP surgery confidently and safely within individual clinical competence and branch capabilities

• Prescribing, maintaining, and dispensing medications in accordance with

RCVS guidance and current veterinary medicines legislation

• Maintaining accurate, detailed, and comprehensive

clinical records to support continuity of patient care

• Referring cases appropriately and in a timely manner when required, ensuring patients receive the highest standard of treatment

• Supporting a positive, collaborative, and respectful team environment focused on exceptional patient and client care

Location – Why Brentwood, Essex?

This practice enjoys an enviable location in

Brentwood, Essex, offering the perfect balance between countryside living and city accessibility.

Situated just minutes from Brentwood’s vibrant high street, the practice benefits from excellent local amenities, green open spaces, and strong transport connections. The local station, only an

8-minute walk away, provides direct access to

Central London via the Elizabeth Line, making this an excellent location for commuters seeking a better work-life balance.

Salary & Benefits

The salary for this

Veterinary Surgeon position in Essex ranges from

£45,000 to £72,000 DOE (

full-time equivalent based on a 40-hour week), with clear opportunities for progression and professional growth.

Benefits Include:

•

6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays (

pro rata for part-time)

•

Generous relocation assistance (where applicable)

• Up to

£2,000 CPD allowance annually plus up to

5 days paid CPD leave (

pro rata for part-time)

•

Private Medical Healthcare Insurance with Bupa

• Supportive and experienced clinical leadership

• Access to advanced facilities and a varied caseload

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

Candidate Requirements

The ideal candidate will be a

RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon who is confident in

small animal general practice, enjoys working collaboratively, and is passionate about delivering excellent clinical care.

Experience in

routine surgery and consultations within a

first opinion environment is preferred.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact

Will on 01904 570056 or email to

w.kovach-ward@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at

WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

To view all our vacancies, please visit

https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-58272

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