Veterinary Surgeon – Crawley, West Sussex
My independent client in Crawley is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join its growing small animal team on a permanent basis.
This is a modern, exceptionally well-equipped practice offering first-opinion and referral-level services. The Crawley site includes separate facilities for feline, canine and exotic patients, two operating theatres with laparoscopic equipment, a dedicated dental suite with dental radiography, digital radiography, CT, an in-house laboratory and excellent inpatient facilities.
The position would suit a vet with an interest in small animal surgery, medicine or diagnostic imaging. Applicants should have at least three years of small animal experience and be confident with consultations and routine surgical procedures.
The Role
Full-time position
40 hours per week
Five eight-hour shifts
Shifts generally worked between 8am–4pm or 12pm–8pm
Mixture of consultation, surgical and inpatient shifts
Typically one operating shift per week
Maximum 1:4 Saturdays, 8am–4pm
Day off in lieu provided the following week
Share of bank holiday cover with enhanced compensation
Hybrid out-of-hours system
The out-of-hours rota operates on a hybrid basis. The practice vet remains on call until 10pm, after which calls transfer to a dedicated emergency provider. Hospitalised patients remain on site under the care of an experienced night RVN, with the veterinary surgeon available by telephone should a patient deteriorate.
About You
The practice is looking for an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon who:
Has a minimum of three years’ small animal experience
Is confident with routine surgery and consultations
Communicates exceptionally well with clients
Works collaboratively as part of a supportive team
Is passionate about patient welfare and client care
Has an interest in surgery, medicine or diagnostic imaging
Is a VetGDP Adviser or would be interested in becoming one, although this is not essential
Salary and Benefits
Competitive salary from £45,000 FTE, dependent on experience
Discretionary annual bonus of up to 5%, subject to practice performance
Paid 30-minute lunch breaks
Five weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Annual leave increases after five years
Option to purchase one additional week of annual leave
RCVS and VDS fees paid
One additional professional membership paid
Generous CPD allowance
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Salary-sacrifice health insurance
Workplace pension
Staff discount
Free lunch on Saturdays
This is an excellent opportunity to join a proudly independent practice offering genuine clinical variety, career development and a strong emphasis on workplace wellbeing.
To apply or discuss the position confidentially, please contact Hannah:
Email: hannah@helpsearchlocate.com
Call or WhatsApp: 07535 587 851
15/09/2026
West Sussex