Permanent Full-Time Veterinary Surgeon
24 hours ago
Kettering
Ready to make a real impact and progress your career in a modern hospital with state-of-the-art facilities and a genuinely supportive team? We’re expanding our vet team and are looking for a dedicated vet with some experience to join us at our forward-thinking hospital in Kettering. Established in the 1960s, Northlands has evolved into a multi-centre group with our hospital in Kettering, which opened in 2021, and six stand-alone branch surgeries across Northamptonshire. We have a dedicated out-of-hours team to provide comprehensive 24-hour patient care, without the need for our day team to work nights. Our fantastic team of 14 vets brings a mix of experience, from new graduates to those with over 40 years in practice, and a wide range of clinical interests, including internal medicine, neurology and cardiology. Hans, our Hospital Director, has a special interest in both soft tissue surgery and ultrasound. Kim and Simon, who lead our dedicated Cat & Rabbit Clinic, have earned such a strong reputation that clients travel from across the UK—and even from Europe—to benefit from their expertise. Our vets are brilliantly supported by our large and highly skilled nursing team, who are essential to keeping things running smoothly and delivering outstanding care. We actively encourage all our vets to work up and follow their cases through, and have invested in the very best facilities with everything you need for thorough diagnostics and treatment – including a CT scanner, digital and dental X-ray, endoscopy, advanced ultrasound with cardiac capabilities, and two spacious theatres. For any complex orthopaedic and soft tissue procedures, we also benefit from the expertise of an Advanced Practitioner in small animal surgery, who is on-site three days a week. We hold rounds twice a day for shared learning and input, alongside regular in-house training and dedicated 'reset days' three times a year for focused development. We also make time for regular one-to-one chats to check in on how people are doing and to support personal development plans. Most importantly, we genuinely prioritise our team's well-being. Through our partnership with Mind, we provide meaningful mental health support, including monthly visits from our dedicated Mind support worker, Callum. I joined the Northlands team as a new graduate. I have grown to become the vet surgeon I am thanks to their support and guidance.” I have been given more opportunities to progress my career here than I have anywhere else. Regular training is provided, which is ongoing and has enabled me to learn and adapt to my role very quickly. The Rota We offer a flexible rota, letting you choose between a 4-day or 5-day week to best suit your needs. Our days are scheduled to ensure there is time throughout the day to catch up on admin, make phone calls and have a proper hour’s lunch, which you can enjoy in our comfortable break area. We value everyone's work-life balance. That’s why we have our own dedicated team of night vets and nurses, meaning there are no out-of-hours for our day vets. Our weekend rota is a manageable 1:8 daytimes only (Saturday and Sunday), with an additional 1:8 short shift on either day. You'll also receive time off in lieu of any weekend shifts worked. Their incredible effort raised over £1000 for The Stray Animal Fund and StreetVet. Our practice is located in the heart of Kettering, a charming market town known for its independent shops, cosy pubs, and excellent local restaurants. Situated on the border of Northamptonshire and Cambridgeshire, the area is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Kettering benefits from excellent road and rail links, with Cambridge, London, Nottingham, Leicester, and Derby all reachable in under an hour. A salary of £45,000 - £70,000, depending on experience ~6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays ~ Basic CPD allowance of £1,750 and 5 days, plus certificates encouraged, funded and supported, including additional CPD days as needed ~ Professional fees paid for RCVS, VDS, plus one membership of your choice ~ Relocation package available ~ Temporary accommodation available during relocation ~ Discounted vet fees ~ My Perks – offers, discounts, and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more ~ Healthshield Personal Health Plan ~ Employee Assistance Program ~ Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay If you're looking for career progression in a practice with excellent facilities and a friendly, supportive team, please call us for an informal chat or apply now