Job Description

Night Veterinary Surgeon - ECC | 60,000-72,000 DOE | No Patient Transfers | West Sussex

What's On Offer

60,000-72,000

salary depending on experience

3-week rolling rota

: 3 nights on, 7 off, then 4 nights on, 7 off

13-hour night shifts

with built-in handover time

No inpatient transfers

- all care remains on-site

7 weeks annual leave

, including bank holidays

1,500 CPD budget

(or

2,000

for Advanced Practitioners)

Certificate funding available

Enhanced sick pay

(2 weeks at 100%) and

enhanced parental leave

(6 months at 90%) Supportive

night nursing team

(one night nurse + one twilight nurse + ACA support)

About the Role

This is a permanent night ECC role with a highly sustainable rota and strong support from a skilled nursing team. Based in a state-of-the-art hospital, the caseload includes emergencies and inpatient care from several local practices. There's no client transfer stress--patients stay on site throughout their treatment, ensuring seamless continuity of care.

About the Practice

The hospital operates 24/7 and serves as an ECC hub for local practices. Collaboration with first opinion and referral teams provides an enriching and varied caseload. The environment is supportive and inclusive, with a strong team culture and commitment to clinical freedom and integrity. There's continuous encouragement for professional development, team learning, and case reflection.

Location, Location, Location

Based in

West Sussex

, this role offers countryside tranquillity with easy access to Brighton, Worthing, and Gatwick. While no accommodation is provided, the local area is well connected and ideal for vets seeking a balanced lifestyle in a scenic location.

Who We're Looking For

This role is perfect for a small animal vet with at least

2 years of UK practice experience

and a passion for ECC. Experience in OOH work is an advantage, but not essential. Most importantly, we're seeking someone who embodies values of

empathy, teamwork, communication

, and

integrity

--a team player who thrives under pressure and wants to make a real impact in emergency care.

Ready to Apply?

To arrange an informal chat to discuss this opportunity in more detail, email tevans@candorvets.co.uk, call / WhatsApp 0744493450 or apply now to speak to one of our friendly, knowledgeable consultants.