Job Description

A genuine four day week, a supportive clinical team, and the space to practice the medicine you believe in

If you are craving a role where you can do great veterinary work without losing yourself in the process, this may be exactly what you have been hoping to find.

Maybe you have been carrying too much for too long. Maybe you want to feel part of a team that communicates well, respects boundaries, and gives you the time you need to do your job properly. If that sounds familiar, you will feel right at home here.

The Opportunity

We are working with a progressive, independent practice in the Bristol area that has built something vets often wish for but rarely find: a clinically excellent, well-resourced environment where you can rely on your team as much as your team can rely on you.





This practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon with

3 plus years of experience

who wants more than a job. They want someone who cares about continuity, who enjoys connecting with clients, and who feels energised by the mix of consulting and surgery. Someone who wants to grow, contribute, and settle into a team that genuinely works well together.





You will join a group of

five vets

supported by a skilled nursing team led by their Head Nurse and a dedicated client care team. With varied shift patterns and protected admin time built into every day, this is a place that understands how to support a vet to thrive, not just cope.

Why This Role Is Different

A rhythm that respects your life

A

four day week

with consistent days off

Nine hour shifts

that include protected admin time

One in four weekends

, with clear, predictable scheduling

A team you will want to stay with

A balanced mix of full and part time vets Led by an experienced Head Vet who sets a calm, collaborative tone Nurses who are empowered, trusted, and integral to workflow

A clinical environment that elevates your work

Purpose built, light, spacious, and designed around patient wellbeing State of the art equipment that makes complex work feel manageable Varied caseload with opportunities to stretch your surgical and medical skills

An employer that invests in people

Ongoing development encouraged rather than squeezed into spare time Internal leadership training for those who want to grow Supportive culture where your voice and interests matter

Your Journey Here

In Your First Month

You will get to know the team, the systems, and the flow of the rota. You will settle into consulting, meet clients, and feel supported while you find your feet.

In Your First 3 Months

You will be confidently managing your own caseload, working smoothly with the nursing team, and beginning to shape your weeks around the areas you enjoy most.

In Your First 6 Months

You will be a trusted part of the clinical team, contributing ideas, pursuing CPD that reflects your interests, and feeling fully at home in the rhythm of the practice.

What's On Offer

Compensation and Time Off

50,000 to 70,000

salary

Four day week

with protected admin time

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Professional Development

CPD allowance

Funded memberships Internal leadership training Support for clinical development and special interests

Wellbeing and Security

Quarterly recognition payments Enhanced maternity and paternity pay Income protection Electric car scheme Health and wellbeing support including Help at Hand Employee discounts including surgery perks

The Candor Vets Difference

At Candor, we do things differently. We do not push. We do not rush. We listen carefully, guide honestly, and help you explore roles that match who you are and what you want next.

Ready to Explore?

If you are looking for a role that gives you balance, belonging, and room to grow, let us have a confidential, no pressure conversation.





Job Reference VS031