Veterinary Surgeon

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

We have an exciting opportunity for a Small Animal Vet to join the team at Yew Tree Vets on a 12‑month fixed-term contract. The role will include consultations and routine surgical procedures, though we are also open to considering a consultations only position.

Rota:  31.25 hours a week. Across three days. No Sundays, no OOH, no bank holidays. If you are seeking a different pattern, please get in touch.

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

You will be supported by a dedicated and experienced veterinary and nursing team who are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. The team provides a strong and supportive blend of RVNs, PCAs and reception staff, fostering a collaborative and caring working environment.

Yew Tree Vets is a well-established practice, founded in 1956 and located in Withington, a suburb of Manchester with excellent transport links to the city centre, Manchester Airport and other major northern cities. Our newly refurbished practice is fully equipped with modern facilities and offers a varied caseload, ensuring an engaging and rewarding role.

You will be joining a friendly and experienced team of 14, including 3 vets and a new graduate veterinary surgeon, alongside 3 nurses, 2 student nurses and a dedicated support team. We are proud to have certificate holders in Surgery and Imaging within the practice.

The role involves delivering a high standard of veterinary care, including surgery, treatment, routine procedures and regular check-ups. A generous rota and protected administration time are in place to support a healthy work-life balance and ensure you are able to finish on time. There are no out-of-hours requirements, as this is covered by the nearby PetMedics Veterinary Hospital.

About you

We are seeking a GP Veterinary Surgeon to join our fun, friendly and supportive teams. We would also consider a consultations only role if this is what you would prefer. You will be:

• Driven by shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals, you're committed to delivering outstanding care to support our patients and their owners.
• Confident in your clinical skills, you'll be able to take on cases and carry out diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Keen to develop, you're committed to gaining further confidence in clinical skills so that you can manage or lead on different case types
• A natural mentor and team player, you'll enjoy supporting and inspiring all colleagues to help them thrive. Providing ongoing support to team members with opportunities for progression.
• Client care comes naturally to you, you know how to create a positive, reassuring experience that builds trust and long-lasting relationships.
• As a vet you'll be comfortable handling a varied caseload, offering guidance to the wider team and contributing to shaping clinical standards.

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.