Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Salary up to £75,000

Welcome Bonus: Up to £5,000

Relocation Allowance: Up to £5,000

Accommodation Support: Up to 6 months

Are you ready for a fresh start in a thriving, supportive team with up-to-date equipment, in a newly renovated, modern clinic?

If you’re a passionate, motivated Veterinary Surgeon looking for a new challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

You’ll primarily be based at our brand-new site in Bognor Regis, with occasional work at our beautifully refurbished stables in Chichester.

Why Alphapet?

With over 30 years of history on the Southern Coast of England, we’ve built a reputation for providing high-quality care for both small animals and wildlife. Our team is driven by a shared passion for animal welfare, and we believe in continuous improvement—both for our patients and for our people.

What We Offer

• Flexible Working Hours: Full-time or part-time opportunities to fit your lifestyle. We offer a range of shift patterns, with core shifts between 8 am and 7 pm. You can even work a 4-day week for a better work-life balance! 1in4 Saturday mornings. No OOH or BH.
• Modern equipment: We're investing in modern, facilities to ensure you have everything you need to provide top-tier care.
  
  

Work in a newly refurbished clinic with the latest digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and in-house lab equipment. Our newest site includes 4 consult rooms (one is a dedicated space for Nurses), Theatre, separate dog and cat waiting rooms & client quiet room.

• A Supportive and Experienced Team: You’ll be joining a team of 3 experienced Vets, 5 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 1 Student Nurse, and a dedicated reception team. Together, we foster a collaborative environment that supports your growth, learning, and development.
• Caseload: You'll see small animal and small furries but we can also offer wildlife and an exotic caseload if this is an interest.
  
  

Our Beautiful Location

West Sussex offers the perfect work-life balance. Imagine living and working in a vibrant community with breathtaking coastal views, easy access to the countryside, and all the benefits of a thriving region. Here’s what you can expect:

• Bognor Regis: A lively seaside town with an entertainment hub including Butlins, Hotham Park and a local cinema.
• Chichester: A cultural hotspot with shopping, restaurants, and water sports, just a short drive away.
• Access to Major Cities: With great transport links, you’ll have easy access to London, Gatwick, Portsmouth, the Isle of Wight, and even France!
  
  

What You’ll Bring

• Veterinary Experience: Whether you're passionate about ultrasound, consults, surgery, SA, exotics - we can offer it all.
• Flexibility: Willing to work across our two sites (you'll mainly be based at Bognor Regis with occasional work at Chichester)
• A Growth Mindset: We’re looking for someone eager to develop their skills. We offer full support for Vets wishing to complete certificates or broaden their knowledge. We’ll make sure you have the resources and guidance to grow in your career.
  
  

Investing in YOU

At Alphapet, we know that our people are the key to our success, which is why we’re dedicated to investing in you. We offer:

You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance

Work-life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme
  
  

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
• Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources 
• World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
  
  

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
  
  

Colleague Benefits

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
  
  

Up to £75,000 DOE