Locum Vet Role at Independent, Small Animal Practice in Swindon
A well-established independent small animal practice in Swindon is looking for a dedicated and experienced Locum Vet to join their team. The role is available for an ongoing period, starting mid-March, with a focus on providing consistent care alongside one other vet.
Key Details:
Position: Locum Veterinarian
Rate: Up to £450 per day
Start Date: Mid-March (Ongoing role)
Days: Fridays ongoing indefinitely, plus one or two additional full or part days (with the possibility of some PM shifts to avoid morning rush hour)
Type of Practice: Independent, small animal practice
Location: Swindon
This role is perfect for both sole traders and independent companies, offering the flexibility to tailor the hours around your availability.
If you are passionate about small animal care and are looking for a supportive, flexible locum position in a well-regarded independent practice, we encourage you to apply!
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Veterinary Surgeon looking for your next exciting opportunity? Join our thriving practice in the heart of Swindon, where we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional care to our clients and their pets while fostering a supportive and collaborative team environment.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary up to £55,000 FTE, based on your experience
Generous holiday allowance: 5.6 weeks, including bank holidays
Private healthcare coverage and life assurance
Contributory pension scheme to secure your future
Full payment of professional memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
Dedicated CPD allowance with funding and support towards certificates
Opportunities for career progression within a dynamic and growing practice
Relocation allowance for a seamless move
Fully funded sponsorship and visa for international candidates
No out-of-hours (OOH) work, ensuring an excellent work-life balance
About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a friendly, well-equipped practice that values clinical excellence and patient care.
Lovely independent practice in Swindon are looking for a locum for a few weeks / months while they recruit a new perm RVN:
Operating from 3 independent sites
Facilities at main clinic allow cases to be dealt with in house with little need for referral
Supportive efficient management teams at each clinic
38 staff members with nursing team of 16
Teaching practice offering good caring support
Open culture with emphasis on CPD
JOB ROLE
Surgical and consulting RVN
Able to cope with most surgical cases and schedule 3
Freedom to define your own position within the clinic ideally with a special interest.
REQUIREMENTS
Quality of experience more important than quantity but would expect suitable candidate to have several years experience in practice.
Further qualifications desirable but not essential.
Experienced client care skills
Ability to coach others in the nursing team [clinical coach option]
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
Organised and efficient
Able to challenge themselves and always improve
Passionate about their job and animal welfare
Compassionate towards clients and able communicator
A motivational team player who works well in an open culture
Enjoys all aspects of their life not just work
Interested?
Lovely independent practice in Swindon are looking for a locum for a few weeks / months while they recruit a new perm RVN:
Operating from 3 independent sites
Facilities at main clinic allow cases to be dealt with in house with little need for referral
Supportive efficient management teams at each clinic
38 staff members with nursing team of 16
Teaching practice offering good caring support
Open culture with emphasis on CPD
JOB ROLE
Surgical and consulting RVN
Able to cope with most surgical cases and schedule 3
Freedom to define your own position within the clinic ideally with a special interest.
REQUIREMENTS
Quality of experience more important than quantity but would expect suitable candidate to have several years experience in practice.
Further qualifications desirable but not essential.
Experienced client care skills
Ability to coach others in the nursing team [clinical coach option]
DESIRABLE QUALITIES
Organised and efficient
Able to challenge themselves and always improve
Passionate about their job and animal welfare
Compassionate towards clients and able communicator
A motivational team player who works well in an open culture
Enjoys all aspects of their life not just work
Interested?