Veterinary Surgeon - Grimsby Animal Hospital at BLUE CROSS GROUP LTD

Grimsby, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jul, 26

Salary

55640.0

Posted On

19 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Yes

Skills

Veterinary medicine, Small animal surgery, Emergency care, Clinical decision making, Evidence-based practice, Digital X-ray, Ultrasound, Endoscopy, Communication skills, Mentoring, Team collaboration, Compassion, Patient welfare

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Veterinary Surgeon - Grimsby Animal Hospital Application Deadline: 3 May 2026 Department: Veterinary Services Employment Type: Permanent Location: Grimsby animal hospital Reporting To: Senior Veterinary Surgeon Compensation: £41,080 - £55,640 / year Description Contract: Permanent full time contract (40 hours over 5 days) however part time and zero hours contracts would be considered Salary: £41,080 - £55,640 per annum (based on full time hours) Location: Grimsby, DN32 7SH Closing date: Sunday 3rd May 2026 Interviews: 11th and 14th May 2026 We believe veterinary care should reach those who need it most - regardless of circumstance. As a Veterinary Surgeon with us, you won’t just be practicing medicine; you’ll be making a meaningful impact on vulnerable animals and the communities that depend on them. More about the role Veterinary Surgeons at Blue Cross are exposed to a wide variety of medical, surgical and emergency cases, enabling rapid development of skills and confidence in general practice. Our Grimsby Animal Hospital is state-of-the-art and modern, equipped with extensive onsite facilities to support your work. Explore our facilities and meet some of the team by watching our video tour! Blue Cross has developed an award-winning set of clinical guidelines to assist our vets in pragmatic, evidence-based decision making, where patient welfare is a priority. High standards are important to us, but so is the ability to discuss openly where lessons have been learnt, within a safe, non-judgmental environment. We recognise that we work within a profession where compassion fatigue is a risk to us all. We have wellbeing champions and Mental Health First Aiders at all hospitals, coordinating a range of initiatives and promoting a culture of openness and support within the team. As winners of the British Veterinary Association’ (BVA) Wellbeing Awards, we are passionate about providing you with a safe and supportive workplace. About the hospital The range of work our teams carry out goes above and beyond what is offered in first opinion private practice, and we offer a high-quality working environment with facilities including digital X-Ray, ultrasound and endoscopy in our purpose-built hospital. Our vets have a wealth of experience and are more than happy to share their knowledge and help you develop your clinical skills. The shift pattern is mostly Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, allowing for an excellent work-life pattern as we have a dedicated team of night vets. You will be a part of the evening and weekend rota, resulting in about 1 evening shift a week (emergency calls only). About you This role offers a supportive and collaborative environment and we welcome applications from newly qualified graduates or experienced vets who are seeking a nurturing workplace to develop their skills. Whether you are at the start of your career or looking for a role where you can continue to grow with strong professional support, mentoring and a shared commitment to high-quality care, Blue Cross could be the employer for you! With a strong work ethic and a genuine desire to make a difference, you'll embody our Blue Cross values and contribute to our culture of compassion, courage, and inclusivity. Essential qualifications, skills, and experience: Member of Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons Demonstrable small animal or mixed practice experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English If you're looking to join a team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of pets and their owners, this is an ideal opportunity to expand your experience and make a real difference. For Veterinary Surgeons joining us at our Grimsby Animal Hospital, we offer a one-off £2,500 Recruitment & Retention Allowance, £1,250 included in the first, monthly salary payment and £1,250 on successful completion of probation. If you need visa sponsorship to work in the UK, please don’t hesitate to apply— we’re happy to explore sponsorship for the right person! We do however, not provide a relocation package. How to apply Click the apply button below and complete the online application process before the closing date. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. Blue Cross benefits Our people are the most important part of delivering our purpose. If it were not for their amazing efforts and commitment, we would not be able to make the difference that we do today. In return, Blue Cross wants to ensure we provide you with the best working environment we can. We want you to be happy working for us and will do everything we can to make sure you are. Our generous benefits package includes: Full time equivalent of 38 days holiday rising to 43 with service (including Bank Holidays) Programmes for physical and mental wellbeing support Free access to GP via MetLife- 24/7 GP services, private prescriptions and more for you and your family Health cash plan Unlimited access to an employee assistance programme Pension scheme with enhanced employer contribution Professional fees paid with Continuing Professional Development and personal development support. Life assurance 20% discount on Pet Plan pet insurance Enhanced family friendly policies Recognition scheme Annual volunteer days Charity worker discounts across a variety of retailers To read more about the benefits Blue Cross has to offer, please visit the 'why work for us' page on our website.

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Responsibilities

Provide high-quality veterinary care for a variety of medical, surgical, and emergency cases at the Grimsby Animal Hospital. Participate in an evening and weekend emergency rota while contributing to a supportive and collaborative clinical team.