Experienced veteterinary surgeon role for Independent team, Rushden, Northamptonshire

Location Rushden
Discipline: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon
Contact name: Louise Evans

Contact email: louise@brightleaf.co.uk
Job ref: 8358
Published: 2 days ago
Where premium care meets a purpose-driven team.
This is not your typical vet practice — and don’t want to be. Everything they do revolves around people, pets, and purpose. If you're a confident small animal vet with 5+ years' experience, and you’re looking for a meaningful next step in your career, here's why this team could be the perfect fit.
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1. The Team – Work with amazing people like you.
They only hire passionate, talented professionals who care about their work and their colleagues. You’ll be involved in shaping the future of the team — including helping choose new members to keep a positive culture strong.
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2. Purpose before profit.
Client and case continuity is at the core of everything — and that’s why they stand out from corporate clinics. They fix pets, support people, and give back to the community. For the practice owners, this is more than a job — it’s life. They're investing in the future, expanding clinical services, and committed to building a best-in-class team. If continuity, ethics, and autonomy matter to you, then read on
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3. Your Development – Progress at your pace, in your direction.
Ambitious? With a purpose-built facility on the horizon,  they can support your career goals with the training you want, the equipment you need, and the mentorship to grow.
4. The Working Environment – Feel proud of where you work.
Spacious, light-filled clinical rooms and a welcoming, homely reception area make coming to work a joy. You’ll also get your own personalised consult room — because consistency matters for both clients and vets.
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5. Equity & Rewards – Get paid what you’re worth.
Outstanding work deserves outstanding recognition. They offer:
•    £60–80k salary (based on experience)
•    Up to 20% annual bonus (measurable, not sales-based)
•    Minimum £5,000 guaranteed first-year bonus
•    Full benefits including pension, private healthcare, relocation package, and more
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About the Role
This is a unique opportunity to join a family-owned, forward-thinking practice where:
•    Case continuity is guaranteed – clients are matched to their dedicated vet
•    You have full clinical autonomy
•    Sales targets don’t exist – we focus on diagnostics, care, and trust
•    We’re embedded in the community – proud partners of Cats Protection & the National Fox Welfare Society
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What You’ll Enjoy:
•    4 or 5 day week with 1 in 4 weekends (flexible)
•    No OOH, on-call, or Bank Holidays
•    15-minute consults
•    Own personalised consult room
•    Fully equipped clinic: laparoscope, digital DR X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, cat & dog kennels
•    Supportive environment with CPD & Certificate training
•    Accredited Veterinary Nurse Training Centre
•    Career paths to Clinical Director or future practice leadership
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And Even More Perks:
•    Paid CPD & Certificate funding
•    Paid RCVS & VDS fees
•    Cost-price personal pet care
•    Enhanced maternity pay
•    Childcare support up to age 3
•    5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
•    Regular team socials: spa days, horse racing, karting, casino nights & more!
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Who You Are:
You're calm, collaborative, and genuinely love both consulting and clinical work. You enjoy building lasting relationships with clients 
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.

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