Night Veterinary Surgeon – Part-time (Visa Sponsorship Available)

FULL JOB DESCRIPTION

About us

Animal Trust is a unique non-profit Community Interest Company dedicated to making high-quality veterinary care accessible to all. Our mission is simple yet powerful: no pet should go untreated or face euthanasia when a viable treatment option exists.

‎By offering free consultations and transparent pricing, we help remove financial barriers that prevent pets from receiving the care they need. We prioritise quality of care over profit, while ensuring long-term sustainability to continue serving our communities.

‎In January 2026, we are opening a brand-new 24/7 veterinary hospital in Stockton-on-Tees, expanding our ability to deliver first-opinion, referral, and out-of-hours care across the Teesside area.

 

Employer: Animal Trust

Position: Night Veterinary Surgeon 

Salary: Up to £93,393 a year

Job Type: Permanent, Contract 

Work location: Stockton-on-Tees, UK

 

What We Offer:

‎A purpose-built, state-of-the-art hospital featuring:

• ‎9 spacious consulting rooms
• ‎3 fully equipped operating theatres
• ‎Diagnostic suite with digital X-ray
• ‎Dedicated dental suite and isolation unit
• ‎Separate cat and dog wards for low-stress care
• ‎A collaborative 24-hour service, with support from four other hospitals—meaning you are never working alone
• ‎Exposure to a diverse range of medical and surgical ECC cases
• ‎True inpatient continuity, allowing you to see cases through

Other Benefits:

• Excellent development and training opportunities
• ‎Fully funded CPD
• ‎6 weeks annual leave
• ‎RCVS and VDS fees paid
• ‎Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• ‎Cycle to work scheme
• ‎Contributory pension scheme
• ‎Private healthcare and Employee Assistance Programme (after 12 months)
• ‎52 weeks sickness benefit
• ‎Refer-a-friend bonus
• ‎Staff discounts and Vivup store discounts
• ‎Visa sponsorship available

Your Role Will Include:

• Deliver high-quality Emergency & Critical Care during out-of-hours service
• ‎Manage a varied ECC caseload alongside a registered veterinary nurse
• ‎Oversee inpatient care and ensure continuity of treatment
• ‎Work collaboratively with the daytime clinical teams
• ‎Contribute to a supportive, consultative ECC environment

‎Rota:

• ‎Preferred 7:14 rota, with flexibility for alternative working patterns
• ‎Full-time equivalent salary based on 40 hours per week

What We’re Looking For:

• ‎A vet who genuinely loves ECC and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• ‎Strong alignment with our social mission and values
• ‎Empathy for both patients and pet owners
• ‎Enthusiasm for managing a varied and challenging caseload
• ‎A desire to grow technical skills and clinical confidence
• ‎A team player who works seamlessly with day and night teams

 

If you’re passionate about Emergency & Critical Care but want your work to truly make a difference, this is your opportunity. Join a purpose-driven organisation that puts patients before profit, supports your professional growth, and provides the facilities and teamwork needed to deliver outstanding care—every hour of every day.

 

Benefits

• Referral programme
• Employee discount
• Employee assistance programme
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• UK visa sponsorship

 

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

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