Veterinary Surgeon - Stockton-On-Tees
| Company: | Purosearch |
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| Salary: | £40,000 to £60,000 a year |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | STOCKTON-ON-TEES |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 26 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 25 Nov 2026 |
Summary
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Stockton-on-Tees
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE (pro rata) | Full-time or Part-time | No OOH
Looking for a veterinary role that offers genuine work-life balance, a supportive team and the flexibility to suit your lifestyle? This is an excellent opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join an established, growing practice in Stockton-on-Tees, with flexible working hours and no out-of-hours commitments.
Why Join This Practice?
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Salary up to £60,000 DOE, with full-time and part-time options available.
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Flexible working: 36 hours per week for full-time, with part-time hours also considered.
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No OOH: Just 1:4 Saturday mornings, with a dedicated nearby out-of-hours provider.
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Supportive team: Work alongside five vets, six qualified RVNs and five receptionists, bringing over 60 years of combined veterinary experience.
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Modern facilities: Refurbished premises with separate dog and cat wards, spacious theatres, multiple consultation rooms, digital X-ray, ultrasound and modern dental equipment.
The Opportunity
This well-established small animal practice is situated in a vibrant village on the edge of North Yorkshire, conveniently located between Leeds and Newcastle.
Following an extensive refurbishment, the practice has continued to grow and offers a welcoming environment where high-quality patient care and team support are priorities. As a Veterinary Surgeon, the successful candidate will manage a varied first-opinion caseload, carrying out consultations and routine surgical procedures while building strong relationships with clients and their pets.
The practice is looking for a confident, experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is comfortable with routine surgery and consultations and enjoys working collaboratively within a friendly clinical team.
Benefits Package
The successful candidate will receive a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 6 weeks’ paid holiday, including bank holidays
• £1,750 annual CPD allowance, plus training and development support
• RCVS membership paid, plus two additional professional memberships
• VDS cover
• Health Cash Plan covering a range of health and wellbeing treatments
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Company sick pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Perks discounts and cashback on shopping, travel and entertainment
• Opportunities for career progression
Benefits are pro rata for part-time employees.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon with MRCVS registration, confident in routine consultations and surgical procedures, and committed to delivering excellent patient and client care. They will value teamwork, enjoy working in a supportive environment and be keen to continue developing their clinical skills.
Interested in a Veterinary Surgeon role offering flexibility, excellent facilities and no OOH? This Stockton-on-Tees opportunity offers the chance to join a friendly, experienced team while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email
l.radford@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-60131