Senior Veterinary Surgeon- Part time

Location Putney
Discipline: Veterinary Surgeons, Small Animal Vet
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive
Contact name: Sophie Gould

Contact email: sophie-paige@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 5858
Published: about 7 hours ago

Senior Veterinary Surgeon (Part-Time)
Putney, South West London
Established GP Practice with a “Village” Feel

Competitive Salary DOE | 3-Day Week | No On-Call

At Lloyd & Cowan Veterinary Recruitment, we are delighted to be supporting a well-loved first-opinion practice in Putney as they look to appoint a Part-Time Senior Veterinary Surgeon to help shape the next phase of the clinic’s growth.

Set within a charming riverside community in London, the practice benefits from a loyal, highly engaged client base and a genuine local “village” atmosphere.

The Role

This is a part-time leadership position working:

  • Monday, Thursday, and Friday each week

  • Shared Saturday rota (1 in 3)

  • 1 in 10 hospital Sunday rotation

  • 1 bank holiday per year

  • No on-call requirements

You’ll work closely with the existing associate vet and nursing team, combining clinical work with light operational oversight to help develop the practice and maintain high standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver high-quality consultations and surgery in a first-opinion setting

  • Support diary management and clinical workflow within the branch

  • Provide induction and guidance to new colleagues and locums

  • Assist with clinical governance and best-practice protocols

  • Foster a collaborative, respectful team culture

  • Ensure clear, thorough clinical records and appropriate case referrals when needed

The role shares some organisational duties with a Senior RVN, creating a balanced and well-supported leadership structure.

The Practice

The clinic is entering an exciting new phase, offering the opportunity to help shape a refreshed team while building on an already strong reputation. Clients are notably committed and largely insured, allowing cases to be worked up thoroughly and appropriately.

What’s on Offer

  • Competitive salary dependent on experience

  • Part-time schedule with an excellent work-life balance

  • Supportive clinical and administrative team

  • Opportunity to influence the direction and development of a popular local practice

This role would suit an experienced vet looking for a meaningful senior position without the demands of full-time hours—ideal for someone who enjoys mentoring, autonomy, and building lasting client relationships.

If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, feel free to get in touch for a confidential discussion.