Veterinary Surgeon – Paddons Veterinary Centre, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Looking for a veterinary role where you can grow, be supported, and genuinely enjoy coming to work? Come and join the team at Paddons Veterinary Centre!
We’re looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, established first opinion practice in Wisbech, North Cambridgeshire. With a fantastic local reputation, a dedicated team and a varied caseload, Paddons is a great place to develop your skills while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
And when you’re ready to switch off, the beautiful Norfolk coast is right on our doorstep!
Why Paddons?
We’ve been providing outstanding veterinary care since 1859, so we know a thing or two about looking after pets - and our people.
We're an RCVS-accredited practice, proud to hold ISFM Silver Cat Friendly status and to have received the Blue Cross Dog Friendly Clinic Award. Our stable, supportive team works collaboratively, and we're passionate about helping every colleague thrive.
At Paddons, you’ll have the freedom to work up your cases to completion, with the support, equipment and encouragement to develop your clinical interests. We actively support CPD, certificates and individual career development, so whether you already have a particular area of interest or are still discovering your passion, we’ll help you build your career around it.
Our kit includes:
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Digital X-ray
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Ultrasound
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Air-powered dental equipment
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A growing range of IDEXX in-house laboratory analysers
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All the usual equipment you'd expect from a well-equipped first opinion practice
As part of the VetPartners family, you’ll also have access to Special Interest Groups, shared learning platforms, networking opportunities and a wider community of veterinary professionals.
The role
We’re offering a full-time position working 36 hours per week, with a set lunch hour every day to help you maintain a good work-life balance.
You’ll benefit from:
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1 in 3 Saturday mornings, with time off in lieu
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No overnight or weekend OOH duties
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A genuinely supportive and collaborative team
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Flexible hours negotiable for the right candidate
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Plenty of opportunity to develop your own clinical interests
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Dedicated CPD and training support
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Opportunities for career progression
Life in Wisbech
Wisbech is an elegant Georgian market town with plenty to offer, including independent shops, cafés, restaurants and historic inns.
You’re also well placed for exploring further afield, with Peterborough just 23 miles away, good transport links to London, and the stunning Norfolk coastline within easy reach.
It’s the perfect location if you want the benefits of a well-connected town while still having beautiful countryside and the coast close by.
What’s in it for you?
We offer a fantastic package designed to support your career, wellbeing and life outside work:
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Salary £48,000 - £60,000 per annum FTE, depending on experience
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6.6 weeks’ paid holiday, including bank holidays
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£1,750 CPD allowance per annum
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CPD and training support
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RCVS / VCI membership paid
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Two additional professional membership subscriptions
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VDS cover
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Health Cash Plan, including contributions towards a wide range of health and wellbeing treatments
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Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
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Discounted veterinary fees
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Company sick pay
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Annual pay reviews
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Exclusive offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
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Colleague engagement surveys
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A strong focus on employee wellbeing
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Career progression opportunities
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Visa application assistance available for the right applicant
Come and be part of something special
Proud winners of Employer of the Year at the Press BusinessIQ Awards, VetPartners is committed to supporting and developing every member of our team. If you’re looking for a workplace that genuinely invests in you, we’d love to hear from you
At Paddons, you won’t just be another vet on the rota. We want you to build a career, develop your interests, and feel genuinely valued as part of our team.
If you’re an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon looking for a friendly practice, a varied caseload, excellent support and a great work-life balance, we’d love to hear from you.
Interested?
We’d be delighted to have an informal chat and tell you more about life at Paddons.
For more information or an informal conversation, please get in touch.
To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to Jennifer Long, Practice Manager, at [email protected]
