Purosearch • Kingsnorth
About this role
Veterinary Surgeon – New Graduate / Development Role
Up to £42,000 per annum (DOE) | Full Time | Permanent
Kent / East Sussex Area
Develop Your Skills in a Supportive, Well-Equipped Hospital Environment
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon (New Graduate or Early Career) to join a progressive, multi-site small animal practice in the Kent / East Sussex area.
This role offers the ideal balance of consults and surgery within a highly supportive, experienced team. Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking to further develop your clinical confidence, this position is designed to help you grow and thrive.
You’ll be based within a well-equipped
RCVS-accredited hospital offering
Modern surgical suites
Dental radiography
Digital X-ray
Ultrasound
In-house laboratory and blood analysis
ECG and endoscopy
Doppler ultrasonography
Laparoscopic equipment
Video endoscope and bronchoscope
The wider group spans six sites across the region, each offering strong clinical standards and collaborative support. Emergency and overnight inpatient care is provided onsite by a dedicated out-of-hours provider, ensuring excellent case continuity and support.
You’ll work alongside an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons and Registered Veterinary Nurses, with clinical interests including surgery, anaesthesia, imaging, dermatology, and dentistry.
The Role
Salary
Up to £42,000 DOE
Hours
40 hours per week
4 days per week
1 in 5 Saturdays
Shift patterns between 8
00am and 7:30pm
You will manage a varied caseload including both consults and surgical shifts, with opportunities to fully work up cases and develop your clinical expertise. Sole charge experience will be required at times, with appropriate support available.
About You
RCVS-Registered Veterinary Surgeon
Experience in both consults and routine surgery
Confident with occasional sole charge
Strong team player
Passionate about delivering outstanding patient and client care
Proactive and collaborative approach
What’s On Offer
5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and Birthday Leave
RCVS and VDS fees paid
Funded external CPD
Extensive internal CPD programme
Career progression opportunities
Employer pension contributions
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, well-supported practice that prioritises professional development, high clinical standards, and a positive team culture.
For more information or to apply confidentially, please contact Jordan at j.corrigan@purovets.com