We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our established small animal practice in Chatham, where realistic workloads, strong team support, and flexibility are part of day-to-day life and not marketing slogans. 

*No out-of-hours 

*1:3 Saturday mornings only 

*Full-time or part-time considered 

*Genuine flexibility around working hours and patterns 

*Typical full-time hours are worked over 5 days per week, with a mix of: 

*Early shifts: 8:00am – 4:30pm 

*Late shifts: 11:00am – 7:30pm 

*Condensed hours adjusted start/finish times, and patterns to suit personal commitments can all be discussed. 

Conveniently located just off the M20 and commutable from London in under an hour, Easipetcare Chatham is a deceptively spacious and well-equipped practice, including: 

*4 consult rooms 

*Separate patient wards 

*Dedicated X-ray and ultrasound room 

*Large modern theatre 

*Prep room 

*We support a stable and loyal client base, allowing for continuity of care and sensible case management. 

You will be working alongside: 

*2.5 FTE Veterinary Surgeons 

*3.5 RVNs 

*1 SVN 

*5 Receptionists 

*Practice Director 

*Practice Manager 

The practice is led by an experienced, clinically focused leadership team who prioritise support, communication, and sustainability. 

*Fully furnished 

*Rent free 

*Located on site 

*Ideal as a first starting point while you find your feet 

*Removes the immediate pressure of securing accommodation when relocating or changing roles 

*This is an optional benefit, but for many candidates it represents a significant practical and financial advantage. 

At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people - across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose - Healthy Animals, Happy Owners - we’re proud to champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network. 

*6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off

*Private medical insurance 

*Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay 

*24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme 

*£1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD 

*Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources  

*World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres

*£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet 

*BVA membership 

*VDS cover 

*RCVS fees

*Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies) 

*Retail discounts and cashback offers 

*Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets  

If you would like an informal, no-pressure conversation with someone from the practice, we would be happy to arrange this. 

This is a rare opportunity to combine strong clinical support with a rent-free, fully furnished on-site flat—an excellent foundation for someone looking to settle in, build confidence, and progress without unnecessary external pressure. 

£0 - £75,000 a year