Veterinary Surgeon

Veterinary Surgeon, Yew Tree Vets, Withington, South Manchester, Permanent or Fixed term contract. 

Looking for a supportive team, a varied caseload, and genuine work-life balance?

We're excited to offer an opportunity for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join the friendly team at Yew Tree Vets on a permanent or 12‑month fixed-term contract. The role can include a mix of consultations and routine surgery, although we would also welcome applications from vets seeking a consultations-only position.

Rota: We can accommodate 31 - 40 hours a week, No Sundays, no OOH, no bank holidays. We are open to discussing rota's. We believe this role offers a great work-life balance and the chance to join an established team. 

At CVS, we put our colleagues first, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges, you'll always have the resources and teams alongside you. We'll be your biggest supporter it's in our nature.

With market leading learning, on the job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues, you'll have the tools to grow whether you're building confidence early in your career or looking to deepen your expertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals

Life at Yew Tree

Established in 1956, Yew Tree Vets is a well-respected practice located in Withington, South Manchester. Following a recent refurbishment, our practice combines modern facilities with a loyal and engaged client base, providing an excellent environment for delivering high-quality patient care.

We currently have a team of two experienced vets, with a new graduate joining us in September, supported by four nurses, one student nurse, and three receptionists. We pride ourselves on our positive, collaborative culture and our commitment to clinical excellence.

Our varied caseload allows for advanced workups and patient hospitalisation, and we actively support professional development. Within the team, vets are currently working towards certificates in Diagnostic Imaging and Surgery, with experience across consultations, radiography, ultrasound, soft tissue surgery, and dentistry. We also benefit from the support of a visiting ultrasonographer for more complex imaging cases and have access to excellent out-of-hours and specialist referral services.

About you

We're looking for a confident GP Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys building strong client relationships and delivering excellent clinical care. Surgical confidence would be advantageous, but is not essential, as we are happy to consider a consultations-only role for the right candidate.

We can accommodate 31-40 hours per week and offer flexibility around working patterns and rota requirements. The role includes:

· Flexible working hours

· Approximately 1 in 4 Saturdays (depending on hours worked)

· No out-of-hours

· No Sundays

· No bank holidays

· Minimal sole charge

· Excellent work-life balance

· Flexible holiday arrangements where possible

The benefits

At CVS, we know that care for our patients starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth and your future. When you join our team, you'll receive (pro-rated for Part-time and fixed term):

• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
• Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell)
• CVS Pension Scheme
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications

Interested?

Please click apply now! For further details or an informal chat, please contact Jim in the recruitment team at jim.mcdowell-massar@cvsvets.com. To submit an online application, click Apply Now, upload your CV and we'll be in touch.

Join us at CVS

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.

Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice.

We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.

The role is based in Withington commutable from Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Cheadle, Cheadle Hulme, Gatley, Bramhall, Hazel Grove, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Stretford, Sale, Altrincham, Urmston, Eccles, Swinton, Walkden, Worsley, Bury, Prestwich, Whitefield, Radcliffe, Rochdale, Heywood, Middleton, Oldham, Royton, Chadderton, Ashton-under-Lyne, Droylsden, Denton, Dukinfield, Hyde, Stalybridge, Mossley, Bolton, Farnworth, Horwich, Westhoughton, Leigh, Atherton, Tyldesley, Macclesfield, Knutsford, Northwich, Warrington, Wigan, Skelmersdale, Chorley, Glossop, New Mills, Disley, Bollington, Prestbury, Poynton, Ramsbottom, Edgworth, Rivington, Uppermill, Greenfield, Delph and other locations in Greater Manchester, Cheshire, Lancashire and Derbyshire.