About the Job

Gateshead – Veterinary Surgeon – Part-Time

Up to £75,000 DOE pro rata plus benefits

Vets Now for Work-Life Balance

We’re seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to work a 6-week rolling rota, with shifts made up of the below, typically working an average of 30 hours per week (this includes weeknight backshifts, a fair share of weekend days/backshifts, and a fair share of bank holidays).

Backshifts:

  • 18:00–00:00, Monday to Sunday

Weekend day shifts:

  • Saturday: 12:00–18:30
  • Sunday: 08:30–18:30

Plus:

  • A fair share of bank holidays

This role offers a structured approach to out-of-hours work, while maintaining a good work/life balance.

Vets Now for Team Support

In our Gateshead clinic, you’ll be supported by a highly experienced team including ECC-certified Veterinary Surgeons, skilled ECC nurses, and knowledgeable Animal Care Assistants and Receptionists. You’ll benefit from both formal support throughout your professional journey and informal day-to-day collaboration within a close-knit team.

Vets Now for Enhanced Rewards and Benefits

Your wellbeing matters to us, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to:

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 35 paid hours (pro rata)
• Enhanced company sick, maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Private medical insurance
• 7 weeks annual leave (pro rata)
• Up to 50% discounted staff pet care
• Professional membership fees covered

Give yourself the AdvantEdge

At Vets Now, we are passionate about training and the ongoing development of our employees. If this vacancy is of interest and you feel you would benefit from an enhanced induction into our business, then the below option may be perfect for you:

AdvantEdge – A programme for talented Vets that will fast track them into a successful emergency role. This programme includes 1 week of hands-on practical training and 20 hours of flexible case-based e-learning completed at your own pace. This blended approach is designed to help you start your career at Vets Now with confidence.

Apply at Vets Now

To be considered for this role, please click apply. To get in touch with Jess in our Talent team to discuss further, please email [email protected]

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those from diverse and minority groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage candidates with disabilities and health conditions to apply and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.