Job Description

Are you passionate about patient and client focussed care?

Mark Nelson Vets have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our well established, RCVS accredited practice in Thornton Heath, Greater London.


We're a friendly, close-knit team in a small, busy clinic at the heart of the community. By joining us, you'll work alongside passionate professionals who are dedicated to creating a welcoming atmosphere while delivering exceptional care.

The Role:

This position offers a mixture of ops and consultation days, and the successful candidate will be confident with all routine procedures, including occasional rabbits.

Salary up to 55,000 (pro rata) depending on experience Permanent or fixed term contract, full-time or part-time - chat to us about options! 3-4 days per week (9.5-hour shifts) between 8.00-18.30. Must include a Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Fridays are optional but ideally we need some flexibility to cover holidays where possible 1:3 Saturday mornings (08.30-13.00) - Saturdays are sole charge and there may be occasional sole charge days No out-of-hours or on-call

About us:

Mark Nelson Vets was first launched in 1982, with practices at Thornton Heath and Westerham. We have great facilities and everything we need including Ultrasound, Radiography, Dental Radiography, Multiparameter machine, Tonopen, Dopler and Petmap. We also have Orthopaedic and Cardiology specialists available when needed.


We've made strong bonds in our communities over the decades, and we take every opportunity to get involved and to give back, including providing services to several local charities and outreach work.


We actively encourage our team to branch out into areas of their special interests, and to thrive to the best of their abilities and are pleased to offer a generous CPD budget.


We are part of the VetPartners family and are looking to grow with it!

Our Fabulous Team:

We have 2 part-time, long-term Vets and 1-3 long-term qualified Nurses plus 1 Student RVN. You'll become a valued member of our highly supportive team and practice where everyone's ideas and contributions count.


Work-life balance is very important to us - as we're a sociable bunch we like to enjoy nights out as a team and at work we make sure that the treat cupboards are kept well stocked!!

We look forward to welcoming you.

The Area:

Situated in Thornton Heath we're in a great location for exploring all that the capital has to offer - from world class musicals and concerts to top attractions plus lots of fabulous bars and restaurants to enjoy in your downtime. For the outdoors lovers there are the beautiful 8 Royal Parks to explore and enjoy.


We are lucky to have wonderful transport links with airports and train services right on our doorstep!

Our fantastic range of benefits includes (pro rata):

6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays 1750 CPD Allowance per annum Health Shield - wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage RCVS Membership paid and two other membership subscriptions VDS cover Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay Discounted veterinary fees My Perks - offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more Cycle to Work scheme CPD/training support Company sick pay Colleague engagement survey Annual pay reviews Focus on employee wellbeing Career progression opportunities Good free parking if required

We'd love to hear from you.

Please apply directly, no agency submissions