Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity - Could You Be the Vet We’ve Been Waiting For?

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At Folly Vets, we’re looking for more than a Veterinary Surgeon. We’re looking for the right person.

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We’re a genuinely independent small animal practice, and we’re incredibly proud of it. Being independent means we can make decisions that are right for our patients, our clients and, just as importantly, our team. There are no corporate targets, no unnecessary pressures - just a group of people who care deeply about what they do and who they do it with.  Now we’re hoping to find someone who’d like to become part of our Folly Vets family.

 

Who are we looking for?

We’re searching for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who is looking for somewhere to stay - not just somewhere to work. Someone who values security, stability and the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with clients, patients and colleagues.

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We’re looking for someone who is:

• An experienced, confident clinician.

• Grounded and emotionally mature, with excellent communication skills.

• Kind, approachable and compassionate.

• Friendly, supportive and enjoys a laugh - we certainly do.

• A genuine team player who wants to help others succeed.

• Flexible and willing to support both the team and the business so that everyone can thrive.

• Passionate about educating clients, empowering them to make informed decisions and improving the wellbeing of every patient they see.

• Self-aware and understands what motivates them, allowing us to support their personal and professional goals.

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While we value strong clinical skills, personality is just as important to us. We believe the best vets combine clinical excellence with empathy, humility and the ability to build trust with both clients and colleagues.

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About the role

We want our vets to enjoy practising the way they trained to.  At Folly Vets you’ll have genuine clinical freedom to work up your own cases while always having the support of an experienced and collaborative team. We regularly welcome visiting specialists into the practice, giving you the opportunity to discuss challenging cases, expand your knowledge and continue developing your clinical skills.

We’ve invested heavily in our facilities and equipment because we believe our team should have access to the tools they need to provide outstanding patient care.

Whether your passion lies in soft tissue surgery, orthopaedics, dentistry, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, medicine or another area, we’ll encourage and support you in developing your interests.

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Working pattern

• Four-day working week (Thursday fixed day off for full-time vets)

• Part-time applications are also warmly welcomed

• Shared Saturday rota 

• No unnecessary bureaucracy - just time to focus on your patients

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What we offer:

We know that finding the right practice is about much more than salary.

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That’s why we offer:

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays.

• Professional memberships paid (RCVS, VDS and one additional membership).

• Generous CPD allowance with encouragement to pursue certificates.

• Funded and supported career development.

• Contributory pension scheme.

• Staff discount for your own pets.

• Supportive and experienced nursing and reception team.

• Modern, well-equipped practice with continual investment in equipment.

• Clinical freedom and autonomy.

• A genuinely friendly and collaborative working environment.

• Regular team social events.

• A culture where your wellbeing genuinely matters.

 

A Unique Opportunity:

For the right person, there is also the opportunity to buy into the practice in the future.

We’re not simply looking to recruit another employee - we’re looking for someone who shares our vision and values and who could become part of the long-term future of Folly Vets.

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Why Folly Vets?

Many of our clients have trusted us for years. We’ve cared for generations of their pets and built relationships that mean a great deal to us. We believe continuity of care matters - not just for our patients, but for our team too.

If you’ve found yourself wondering whether there’s something more fulfilling than corporate practice, or you’re simply looking for somewhere you can put down roots, be valued and enjoy coming to work each day, we’d love to meet you.

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We’re not looking for perfection. We’re looking for someone who cares. Someone who wants to build relationships, deliver exceptional care, continue learning, support their colleagues and enjoy being part of something special.

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If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear your story.

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