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12-month fixed-term

Hospital Veterinary Surgeon

Cheadle Heath, Cheshire
Reference VS037Posted 19/09/2026
Pay
£62,000–£65,000 per year
Working pattern
Full-time, average 40 hours per week.
Weekends / on-call
Mix of day (07:30–17:30) and twilight (16:00–00:00) shifts; weekend rota with time off in lieu; occasional sole-charge responsibilities.

Benefits and development

  • 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)
  • Workplace pension
  • RCVS, BSAVA & BVRA fees paid
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  • VDS cover
  • Funded and encouraged CPD
  • Cash Health Plan & Employee Assistance Programme
  • Discounted private medical cover
  • Enhanced parental leave
  • Buy & Sell holiday scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Employee pet discount
  • Employee recognition & long service awards

Vacancy details

About the role

Primarily caring for inpatients within the hospital setting.

Candor Vets is working with an established veterinary practice in Cheadle Heath to find a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

What you will be doing

  • Undertake clinical assessments, diagnostics, treatment planning and surgical procedures as required.
  • Occasional sole-charge responsibilities; previous experience essential.

Working pattern

  • Full-time post with an average of 40 contracted hours per week.

Practice and facilities

  • Access to a range of diagnostic imaging, endoscopy, dental and surgical facilities and advanced anaesthesia equipment.
  • Supported by a skilled clinical team and internal referral colleagues.

Development

  • Funded and encouraged CPD and support for professional registrations and memberships.

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