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Client Services Advisor Part-Time Opportunity | £12.71 per hour Working Hours Tuesday, Thursday & Friday • 10-hour shifts, • 30-minute unpaid lunch break (9.5 paid hours) Saturday rota • 1 in 4 Saturdays, • 8:30am - 12:00pm Penrose Veterinary Group We are looking for a Client Services Advisor to join our team at Penrose Veterinary Group in Colchester. For over 35 years, we've combined a strong focus on clinical excellence with exceptional patient care. We're proud of the experienced team we've built and the collaborative culture we've created. You'll be joining a practice where people are encouraged to contribute, develop and make a meaningful difference every day. As part of Kin Vet Community, a small collective of like-minded community veterinary practices, we benefit from the support, shared expertise and collaborative approach that comes from working alongside teams who share our commitment to exceptional veterinary care. Whilst every practice retains its own culture, leadership and way of working, being part of Kin Vet creates greater opportunities to learn from one another, invest in our people and facilities, and continue evolving the services we provide to pets and their owners.

Client Services Advisor Part-Time Opportunity | £12.71 per hour Working Hours Tuesday, Thursday & Friday • 10-hour shifts, • 30-minute unpaid lunch break (9.5 paid hours) Saturday rota • 1 in 4 Saturdays, • 8:30am - 12:00pm Penrose Veterinary Group We are looking for a Client Services Advisor to join our team at Penrose Veterinary Group in Colchester. For over 35 years, we've combined a strong focus on clinical excellence with exceptional patient care. We're proud of the experienced team we've built and the collaborative culture we've created. You'll be joining a practice where people are encouraged to contribute, develop and make a meaningful difference every day. As part of Kin Vet Community, a small collective of like-minded community veterinary practices, we benefit from the support, shared expertise and collaborative approach that comes from working alongside teams who share our commitment to exceptional veterinary care. Whilst every practice retains its own culture, leadership and way of working, being part of Kin Vet creates greater opportunities to learn from one another, invest in our people and facilities, and continue evolving the services we provide to pets and their owners.

Interim Managing Director – Veterinary Sector (Part-Time, Remote, 6-Month Contract) • Location: Home-based with regular travel across the North of England (West Yorkshire, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, North Yorkshire, County Durham), • Employment Type: Interim (6 months) | Approx. 14 hours per week | Employed or Consultancy Basis We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established business operating within the veterinary sector for an experienced Interim Managing Director to join on a 6-month part-time contract. The role involves providing day-to-day leadership and strategic direction to a small, dedicated team delivering specialist services to veterinary practices. About the Business: This is a clinician-led business with a strong reputation for providing high-quality, responsive, and pragmatic support to veterinary professionals. With no physical premises, the team works remotely and travels to client sites across the region. The company places high value on team wellbeing, quality of service, and long-term sustainability. The Role: Reporting to the Board of Directors (via the Chair), the Interim Managing Director will oversee the effective running of the business, support the team, and ensure alignment with the company’s goals and values. This flexible, part-time role (approx. 14 hours per week) suits someone with strong leadership and operational management experience, particularly within veterinary, healthcare, or service-based sectors. You’ll be primarily home-based, with regular travel for team meetings and on-site engagement across the North of England. Key Responsibilities: • Provide day-to-day leadership and line management for all team members, • Oversee staffing matters including recruitment, retention, and performance (with support from an external HR provider), • Support the team to stay aligned with strategic objectives and company values, • Monitor financial performance and liaise with the finance manager and accountants, • Prepare and present regular updates and reports to the Board, • Oversee core operational functions, including health & safety and IT support (external providers in place), • Support logistics and ensure effective coordination of services, • Work closely with the Chair and Board to implement business plans, budgets, and reporting frameworks, • Maintain organisational structure and support clear communication across the team Some aspects of the role may be delegated to the wider team, depending on your background and availability:, • Marketing, brand awareness, and client engagement, • Oversight of equipment sourcing and servicing ABOUT YOU • Previous experience in a senior leadership or operational role, • Strong people management and team-building skills, • Financial awareness and the ability to work within budgets and strategic plans, • A practical, hands-on approach combined with clear, values-led decision making, • Familiarity with remote team management and flexible working environments You may be a seasoned MD, COO, or Senior Practice Manager looking for an interim opportunity. Terms & Flexibility • Duration: 6-month interim contract, • Working hours: Flexible – approx. 14 hours per week, • Location: Remote/home-based, with regular travel across the North of England, • Engagement: Employed, freelance, or consultancy – open to discussion How to Apply If you’re interested in supporting a values-led veterinary business through a period of transition, we’d love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and a short covering message where possible outlining your availability and relevant experience. Key Appointments UK Ltd will assess your suitability for the role based on the information contained in your CV and application. This includes skills, experience, education, and location. By applying for this role, you give consent for your CV to be processes by Key Appointments for recruitment purposes. Our full Privacy Policy is available at key-appointments

Diplomate/Residency-Trained Clinician/RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Internal Medicine Colchester Veterinary Referral & ECC Hospital, North Essex, UK Full-time/Part-time options available We are seeking an ECVIM-CA/ACVIM Diplomate (or residency-trained/board-eligible clinician) or RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Small Animal Internal Medicine to join us and help shape our new, purpose-built referral hospital in North Essex. About Us: Colchester Veterinary Referral & ECC Hospital is a growing, multidisciplinary team of 27 passionate veterinary professionals dedicated to delivering exceptional, affordable, evidence-based, multidisciplinary veterinary care in the North Essex area. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, respect and lifelong learning, we’re seeking a talented, experienced medicine focused clinician to help shape and lead our expanding internal medicine and ECC services. _ Why work with us: • Our People Come First: The strength of our hospital lies in the talent, dedication and wellbeing of every team member. We actively invest in their professional journey, modern working environment, and efficient systems so they can perform at their best. Regular skill-sharing sessions, shared adventures outside of, • Competitive Salary: £80,000-£125,000+ per annum (DOE, qualifications and leadership responsibilities). Flexible part-time options available to support your preferred work-life balance., • State-of-the-Art Facilities: Purpose-built referral hospital featuring a dedicated, well equipped Intensive Care Unit, on-site CT scanner, advanced and point-of-care ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, echocardiography, high-flow oxygen, mechanical ventilation, and a comprehensive in-house laboratory., • Challenging & Diverse Caseload: Manage a rich mix of complex medical referrals and critical care cases - from acute endocrine, respiratory, gastrointestinal, neurological and oncological emergencies to chronic disease management and interventional procedures. Expect a high proportion of second-opinion and referral work with excellent case variety and depth., • Freedom to Lead & Shape: You decide how your days flow, with dedicated time carved out for deep case analysis and thoughtful diagnostics. Beyond that, you hold genuine authority to design clinical protocols, pioneer new services, explore research-driven improvements, and introduce best-in-class pathways - all without layers of corporate approval slowing you down., • Investment in Your Expertise: We recognise that advanced medicine clinicians require the right equipment, diagnostic tools and ongoing quality CPD to thrive. We are open to discussing additional capital investment and tailored CPD support so you can deliver the highest standard of care and continue to grow your specialist interests., • Collaborative Multidisciplinary Environment: Join a stable, skilled clinical team of 50+ Vets and RVN’s with strong interests across surgery, ophthalmology, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, ECC, exotics and more. You will work closely with other certificate holders, advanced practitioners and residency trained colleagues in a true team-based setting, focused on optimal patient outcomes., • Mentoring & Leadership Opportunities: Share your knowledge by mentoring interns, certificate candidates and advanced practitioners. There is scope to develop subspecialty interests (e.g., neurology, oncology, cardiology, interventional endoscopy) and lead service development., • 24/7 In-House Care: No out of hours work or on call needed as our dedicated night ECC team of advanced practitioners and residency trained clinicians provide a very high standard of continuous hospitalisation and monitoring, so you can focus on daytime complex cases with complete confidence in overnight patient care., • Manageable Rota & Work-Life Balance: Our rota is collaboratively designed to be personalised to you, fair and flexible, accommodating your preferred work-life balance while delivering continuous, high-quality care for our patients., • Prime Location: Situated in North Essex with excellent transport links - just 47 minutes by train to London Liverpool Street, and convenient access to Stansted, Southend and Luton airports. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding internal medicine and critical care, enjoy working in a supportive, high-achieving multidisciplinary team, and excited to help build a leading referral service in North Essex, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team at Colchester Veterinary Referral & ECC Hospital - your next chapter in specialist medicine starts here. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Clinical Application Specialist Europe Location: United Kingdom (Home-Based) Territory: UK & Europe Industry: Animal Health / Veterinary Medical Devices About the Opportunity A leading global organisation within the animal health sector is seeking a Clinical Application Specialist to join its European team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced veterinary clinical professional looking to ... JBRN1_UKTJ

Vets for Pets in Colchester is looking for a Diplomate/Residency-Trained Clinician in Small Animal Internal Medicine to shape our new referral hospital. Join a multidisciplinary team of 27 professionals dedicated to exceptional veterinary care. The role offers a competitive salary of £80,000-£125,000 per annum, flexible work options, and state-of-the-art facilities, including an Intensive Care Unit and advanced diagnostic tools. You will manage diverse caseloads and contribute to a collaborative environment promoting professional growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice – Guildford Strong surgical exposure, genuine clinical freedom, and a close-knit, experienced team We're working with a well-established independent practice in Guildford that has grown quickly and is now looking to add another Veterinary Surgeon to its experienced and supportive team. This is a genuinely varied GP role offering a good balance of consulting and surgery, strong team support, and the opportunity to develop your clinical interests in a practice that actively encourages new ideas and investment in equipment. The practice has built a loyal client base and a collaborative team culture, with experienced vets on hand and a leadership team that remains clinically involved and approachable. The Role • Full-time or part-time considered, • Flexible working with set days and hours where possible, • Mix of consulting and surgery, • 15-minute consultations (flexible depending on case), • Dedicated admin time built into the day, • 1-hour lunch break Surgical exposure is varied and consistent, including routine procedures as well as more involved cases such as: • Neutering and routine soft tissue surgery, • Lump removals, • Splenectomies, • Emergency procedures OOH involvement: • 1 night per week on-call, • 1 in 4 weekends (daytime), • Time off in lieu provided, • Additional earnings from OOH cases (10–20% of work carried out) Weekend work is sole charge, but weekdays are well supported with no sole charge expected. The Practice • Independent, single-site small animal practice, • Established 3 years with rapid growth, • Client base of approximately 4,000–4,500 Facilities include: • Digital X-ray, • Ultrasound, • Endoscopy, • In-house IDEXX laboratory, • Access to CT via referral, • Ongoing investment in new equipment The practice is proactive with technology and open to purchasing new equipment based on clinical need. Team Structure • 4 vets with a mix of experience levels, • Strong nursing team including experienced RVNs and support staff, • Consistent daily support with multiple vets on site, • Leadership team (owners) remain involved and accessible The culture is friendly, down-to-earth and collaborative. There is a clear focus on teamwork, with no hierarchy and an emphasis on everyone contributing equally. Clinical Scope • Broad GP caseload with a good mix of medicine and surgery, • Opportunity to work cases up fully, • Regular exposure to surgical procedures, • Referral links for advanced orthopaedics and imaging There is scope to develop specific interests, with support from the team and investment in equipment where appropriate. What They're Looking For • RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon, • Confident with routine surgery and consultations, • Comfortable with some sole charge (weekends only), • Team-oriented with a collaborative approach, • Keen to develop clinically and contribute to the practice Some support with surgery is available, but a basic level of confidence is expected. Progression & Development • Unlimited CPD budget, • Certificates fully funded, • Supportive environment for developing clinical interests, • Exposure to a wide range of cases The practice encourages vets to shape their role and pursue areas of interest. Why This Opportunity Stands Out • Independent practice with real clinical freedom, • Strong, stable and experienced team, • Good surgical exposure in a supportive setting, • Flexible working patterns available, • Genuine investment in equipment and development, • Friendly, non-hierarchical culture, • Additional OOH earning potential This is a practice where vets are trusted, supported and encouraged to grow. Next Steps For further details on this role, please click the Apply Now button. If you can specify the best time to talk, we will get in touch when it suits you best. You will then be contacted by one of our specialist consultants, who will provide you with further details about the role. If you would like to talk ahead of sending us your CV, please give us a call on 0113 5129626. Please note, any contact is in the strictest confidence, and we will not send your details to any practice without your expressed consent to do so. Is this role almost right for you, but not quite ticking all the boxes? If so, we have many other roles available and also offer a Bespoke Job Search Service, where we work proactively to find you your perfect job. We have been named Recruitment Firm of the Year at the HealthInvestor Awards, winners of the Professional Service Provider of the Year at the General Practice Awards, winners of the Recruitment Award at the LaingBuisson Awards, and named on the Recruiter Hot100 list, so in dealing with us you'll be in safe hands. For every placement we make, Menlo Park plants two trees! We plant one on your behalf and the other on the practice's behalf. By planting two trees, we offset 0.6 tonnes of CO2, the equivalent of driving 1,466 miles in a standard car. We want to contribute towards helping save the planet! Joe Stewart JBRP1_UKTJ

Colchester Vets4Pets Advanced Veterinary Practice in Colchester is looking for an experienced Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon.This unique role includes a 7 on / 21 off rota, giving you a fantastic work-life balance while working in a state-of-the-art facility.You will join a dedicated Emergency and

Modern, well-equipped hospital. Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon Colchester Vets4Pets 24hr Referral Hospital | 7 on / 21 off Ro. We are looking for an experienced and confident Out of Hours Veterinary Surgeon t to join our dedicated Emergency and Critical Care team at our modern, purpose-built referr

The strength of our hospital lies in the talent, dedication and wellbeing of every team member. Purpose-built referral hospital featuring a dedicated, well equipped Intensive Care Unit, on-site CT scanner, advanced and point-of-care ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, echocardiography, high-flow ox

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Veterinary Care Assistant to join our veterinary practice. Assisting veterinary staff with animal examinations, treatments, and procedures. Prior veterinary experience is highly desirable but not essential; training will be provided for suitable candidate

Veterinary Surgeon – Busy independent with good work life balance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and experienced Veterinary Surgeon, with a strong background in consults and surgery.

An exciting opportunity has been created at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital for a 3-year, ECVN approved residency in Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery. Dovecote Veterinary Referrals is a significant player in neurological clinical research within the UK private referral sector. During the 3‑year

Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – Home Euthanasia -Mobile Role An established, independent veterinary service specialising exclusively in home euthanasia and end-of-life care is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their close-knit, supportive team.

A Veterinary degree with RCVS registration. Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets.

A well-established small animal hospital in South Oxfordshire is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive and motivated team.

We have an exciting and rewarding opportunity for a dedicated RVN to join our wonderful oncology team here at Willows Veterinary Hospital. We provide 24-hour veterinary and nursing cover, with wonderful support from our dedicated emergency vets and Interns.

An exciting opportunity has been created at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital for a 3 year, ECVN approved residency in Veterinary Neurology and Neurosurgery. An exciting opportunity has been created at Dovecote Veterinary Hospital for a 3 year, ECVN approved residency in Veterinary Neurology and Neurosur

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CVS Veterinary Group is looking for a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join the MiNight East Midlands team in Castle Donington, England.

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A veterinary emergency hospital is seeking a dedicated surgeon to join their OOH team in West Yorkshire.

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A leading veterinary practice in Colchester seeks a qualified Vet to ensure exceptional clinical care and client support.

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Medivet Group is seeking a skilled Veterinary Surgeon in Cuerden to provide exceptional clinical care and develop tailored treatment plans.

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We are seeking an enthusiastic, team‑orientated Registered Veterinary Nurse to join our team at Ashleigh Vets, Chorlton on a full‑time basis. Our friendly and knowledgeable team works collaboratively to deliver high standards of veterinary care, with a strong focus on patient welfare and client

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Part‑Time Veterinary Surgeon – Colchester My lovely client is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly and experienced team in a permanent part‑time position.

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How You’ll Make a Difference As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering high‑quality nursing care to patients while supporting excellent client experiences. You’ll work collaboratively with veterinary surgeons and the wider practice team,

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Referral Veterinary Surgery Nurse to join our multidisciplinary referral hospital on a part-time basis.

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IVC Evidensia is looking for a Registered Veterinary Nurse in Caterham, Surrey.

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A veterinary hospital in the East Midlands is looking for a dedicated Registered Veterinary Nurse. Candidates should possess a Registered Veterinary Nurse qualification and demonstrate strong clinical skills and client care abilities.

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Beacon View Veterinary Surgery is looking for an Experienced Small Animal Vet to join our independent practice in Eastry, Kent.

British Veterinary LGBT+ is seeking a Farm Animal Clinical Director in stunning Cornwall. This pivotal role involves leadership within a supportive mixed practice, where you will shape farm services, plan herd health, and lead initiatives in veterinary care.

We are currently recruiting for a full-time permanent veterinary surgeon to join our client and their friendly and supportive team of 11 vets (8 FTE) The Vets are proudly independent, client-focused practice set in Clacton-on-Sea, just a five-minute walk from the beach. Position: Small Animal Veteri

What We offer Interesting and diverse caseload with some exotic patients A good work life balance Monday – Friday, Saturday mornings via a shared rota (time off given in the week for any weekend work or after 5pm work) No OOH work after 7pm 5 weeks annual leave Birthday leave * RCVS fe

Why This Role Stands Out Lead with Purpose: Take charge of meaningful decisions, mentor your colleagues, and elevate the standards of veterinary care. About the Team This is a first opinion practice with 5 RCVS-accredited branches, along with an RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital. You A confide

Bishops Stortford Veterinary Hospital is looking for an Experienced Head Veterinary Nurse to lead a dedicated team during an exciting period of refurbishment.

A modern veterinary hospital in Dorset is seeking a full-time Veterinary Surgeon who values teamwork and communication.

You’ll bring: A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS, with significant experience in small animal practice and strong medical and surgical capability Proven experience mentoring, coaching and supporting veterinary colleagues * Strong leadership, communication and decision-making sk

A leading veterinary practice in Staffordshire is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. Apply now and take the next step in your veterinary career! #J-18808-Ljbffr.