The RoleWhether you are a newly qualified graduate or a more experienced vet, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our supportive and friendly team here at Hampton Vets, Peterborough!
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and friendly team player with excellent communication skills and the ability to engage well with our clients. The role is varied and includes routine appointments/vaccinations, consults, patient care and theatre work. We can be flexible with working days and hours and will consider full time or part time applications. The rota will include working 1 in 3 Saturdays between 8am and 1.30pm. There are no out of hour duties.
The salary for this role is up to £63,000 depending on experience.
Rota patterns that work for youOur people are at the heart of everything that we do, that’s why we know that work-life balance is vital in supporting our people to be their best selves. Our flexible approach to rota patterns and working hours offers a balance that truly flexes with you and your lifestyle no matter what stage you are in your career.
About UsWe are a modern purpose-built surgery in Hampton, Peterborough with the usual facilities including dental x-rays, ultrasound, in-house laboratory machines and we are also a nurse training practice. We have a large and loyal client base and a busy and varied small animal caseload. There are excellent transport links, as we are very close to the A1M as well as direct trains from Peterborough to London or North on the East Coast Main Line to Leeds, Newcastle and Edinburgh. We offer a great work-life balance as we are closed Saturday afternoons, Sundays and there are no out of hour duties.
About the Team and CultureWe have an experienced clinical team of 3 vets and 6 nurses plus a support team of receptionists. We are a friendly, happy and supportive place to work and pride ourselves on our excellent community standing. Wellbeing is very important to us and we enjoy team building events outside of work throughout the year.
Applicant RequirementsWe are looking for an RCVS registered veterinary surgeon and whether you are a newly qualified graduate or a more experienced vet we have an excellent opportunity for you to join our team.
Because our people matterWe recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Your birthday as a paid day off
Wellbeing
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing
• Non-accidental injury support
Development
• £1250 CPD allowance with 5 days paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1000 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
Additional
• Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailers
• Pension – 5% Employee/3% Employer
• Discounted staff pet care
As a BAME and LGBTQ+ inclusive employer, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.
If this position is of interest to you then please get in touch.

Speak to Jim Dixon from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

48 Hargate Way, Hampton Hargate, Peterborough, PE7 8DS, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom

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