Veterinary Surgeon - Haverhill

We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Swayne & Partners in Haverhill.

For over 50 years, we've built a reputation for clinical excellence and are proud of the experienced team we've developed, the breadth of cases we see and the opportunities we provide for our colleagues to learn and thrive. You'll be joining a practice where teamwork, development and high standards of patient care go hand in hand.

As part of Kin Vet Community, a small collective of like-minded community veterinary practices, we benefit from the support, shared expertise and collaborative approach that comes from working alongside teams who share our commitment to exceptional veterinary care. Whilst every practice retains its own culture, leadership and way of working, being part of Kin Vet creates greater opportunities to learn from one another, invest in our people and facilities, and continue evolving the services we provide to pets and their owners.

Salary

Up to £65,000 DOE
Up to £70,000 for Certificate Holders

The Opportunity

Our Haverhill practice is a busy, well-equipped first opinion hospital offering an excellent balance of consulting and surgery. This role is ideal for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys managing a varied caseload and wants the autonomy to work cases up to a high clinical standard while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team.

Working alongside long-standing colleagues, you'll have access to modern facilities, a loyal client base and the freedom to develop your own clinical interests.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a varied first opinion medical and surgical caseload
• Consulting and performing routine soft tissue surgery independently
• Enjoying one dedicated operating day each week
• Building strong relationships with our loyal client base
• Working collaboratively with experienced vets and nurses
• Contributing to our high clinical standards and supportive team culture

Our Facilities

Our Haverhill practice is equipped with:

• Digital radiography
• Digital dental radiography
• Two fully equipped operating theatres
• Four consulting rooms
• Brand-new in-house laboratory equipment
• Excellent surgical facilities
• A collaborative clinical environment with strong case continuity

About You

We're looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who has:

• At least 2 years' UK small animal experience (5+ years preferred)
• Confidence performing routine soft tissue surgery independently
• Excellent consulting and communication skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to patient care
• An interest in continuing professional development

Certificate holders are warmly welcomed, and we are happy to support those wishing to work towards a certificate.

Working Pattern

• Four-day week
• 8:30am-6:00pm
• Thursday and Friday are fixed working days
• 30-minute unpaid lunch
• 1 in 5 OOH weekends based in Bury
• Time off in lieu following weekend work

Why Join Us?

• Certificate support
• CPD encouraged and funded
• Dedicated operating day each week
• Modern facilities and equipment
• High level of clinical autonomy
• Supportive, experienced team
• Loyal, long-standing clients
• Low staff turnover
• Genuine work-life balance