Part-time Vet Surgeon role in West Sussex

Synergy Vets

  • West Sussex
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 43 mins ago
A respected, independent veterinary practice in West Sussex is seeking a dedicated and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join the team on a part-time basis, working two or three days per week. This role is based across a modern, well-equipped hospital and a busy, thriving branch clinic.
  • Salary - up to £65,000+ (full time equivalent) DOE/certificates/AP status
  • Ideally 3 days per week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays
  • Standard 10-hour shifts
  • Hours between 7:30am-7:30pm (with 1hr lunch break)
  • Would consider 2 days (Tues & Fri)
The team is passionate about delivering exceptional care and building strong, trusting relationships with clients. The working environment is warm and welcoming, designed to provide both patients and staff with a calm, homely atmosphere. Collaboration is key, with in-house night cover and an Advanced Practitioner referral service enabling seamless, personalised care 24/7.This is a first-opinion GP role with a flexible structure. Consult-only vets will be considered. Ideally, the role would be spread over three days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Friday), but a two-day arrangement (Tuesday and Friday) could be available for the right candidate. Standard shifts are 10 hours with a 1-hour lunch break, typically between 7:30am and 7:30pm. There is flexibility around shift patterns, provided fairness across the team is maintained.
All vets contribute to weekend, bank holiday, and on-call rotas, with exact arrangements to be discussed at interview.Candidate Requirements:
  • MRCVS-qualified Veterinary Surgeon
  • Minimum 3 years of small animal practice experience (at least 1 year in the UK)
  • Strong alignment with core values: humility, respect, empathy, work ethic, honesty, communication, and teamwork
Further benefits from this role include:
  • Generously funded CPD (£1,500 annually or £2,000 for Advanced Practitioners, plus 5 days leave in lieu)
  • Certificate funding available
  • 7 weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
  • 40% staff discount for own pets
  • Standard pension contributions
  • Occupational health support including mental health resources
  • Enhanced parental leave after qualifying period (6 months paid at 90%)
  • Enhanced sickness benefit (2 weeks at 100%)
This is an opportunity to be part of a progressive, supportive, and genuinely valued-driven practice that prioritises clinical freedom, kindness, and professional growth.If this sounds like the job for you, please contact Lacey now on: 01395 200189 / Lacey.Dorliac@SynergyVets.com

Synergy Vets