Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Handforth, North West England, United Kingdom Pets at Home A new chapter, a new vision and an exciting opportunity to be part of it.

We're looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team at Tunbridge Wells Vets for Pets as we embark on an exciting new chapter under new management.

Following a recent rebrand, we have a clear vision for the future and are looking to build a thriving, consistent practice with a strong permanent team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet who wants to make their mark, help shape the clinical direction of the practice and be part of its continued growth.

About the Team

You'll be joining a welcoming and sociable team consisting of:

• 2 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• 3 Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs)
• Practice Manager

We're a friendly, collaborative team who enjoy working together to provide excellent patient and client care.

The Practice & Caseload

We're a busy small animal practice treating primarily cats and dogs, with a varied and interesting caseload.

The practice is well equipped with:

• Laparoscopy equipment
• Endoscopy
• Orthopaedic equipment
• Ethicon Harmonic cautery

We currently work alongside visiting specialists in areas including orthopaedics, cardiology, diagnostic imaging and ophthalmology, and our vision is to continue developing our in-house clinical offering and expertise.

We'd particularly welcome an experienced GP vet who is already working towards, or interested in pursuing, a certificate and would enjoy developing their clinical interests and taking on more advanced cases.

A New Chapter

With new management and a fresh vision for the practice, this is an exciting time to join us.

We're focused on building a consistent, successful and forward-thinking practice, supported by a permanent veterinary team. You'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, develop your own clinical interests and play an important role in shaping the future of the practice.

Location

Based in beautiful Royal Tunbridge Wells, on the Kent and Sussex borders, the practice offers an excellent location with:

• Retail Park location with M&S, Asda, Dunelm, Homesense, TK Maxx, Next and more nearby
• Countryside and nature reserves within walking distance
• Excellent transport links - London approximately 40 minutes by train
• Brighton approximately 1 hour by car
• Free parking

Work-Life Balance & Benefits

• Salary up to £75,000 pro rata, depending on experience
• Full-time and part-time hours available
• 1 in 2 Saturdays, 9am-5pm, with a weekday off in lieu
• Regular team meals and social events
• Lunch & learn sessions to support ongoing development
• Opportunity to develop your clinical interests and pursue further qualifications

Life in Tunbridge Wells

When you're not at work, there's plenty to enjoy locally, from the historic Pantiles and High Rocks to Ashdown Forest, as well as beautiful destinations including Leeds Castle, Hever Castle, Scotney Castle, Sissinghurst Castle Gardens and Chartwell.

If you're an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new challenge, a fresh start and the opportunity to help shape a practice's future, we'd love to hear from you.

For an informal and confidential chat, please contact Ryan at [email removed].

Location: TN2 3FB

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don't perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!

Business Unit: Vet Group

Date: 25 Sept 2026