Guernsey, Channel Island, United Kingdom

Night Veterinary Surgeon – Guernsey

GVC are working with an established veterinary practice in Guernsey to recruit a permanent Night Veterinary Surgeon.

Up to £1,500 Relocation Support | 7 nights on / 14 nights off | Competitive salary + excellent benefits

Looking for something a little different? This could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Would you thrive with genuine autonomy in your veterinary work
, enjoy an exceptional work-life balance and love the idea of living on the beautiful island of Guernsey?

Due to continued growth and expansion, GVC are supporting this established practice with the recruitment of a Night Veterinary Surgeon. It's an exciting time to join, with a brand-new practice due to open in January 2027
, pending hospital status.

Joining now means you'll become part of an established and supportive team while also having the opportunity to help shape the future of an expanding veterinary service
.

This role offers an exceptional work-life balance, with a 7 nights on / 14 nights off rota
, working from 6:15pm to 8:15am
.

When you're not working, you'll have two full weeks to enjoy everything Guernsey has to offer — from beautiful beaches and coastal walks to watersports, boat trips and outdoor adventures.

The role is primarily focused on small animal work
, within a practice that is approximately 95% companion animal
. Candidates with large animal experience are also encouraged to get in touch.

You'll have the autonomy to work confidently overnight, alongside excellent support from a large and friendly wider team.

• Up to £1,500 relocation support
• Accommodation typically provided for the first 6 months, subject to availability
• 7 nights on / 14 nights off
• 6:15pm – 8:15am night shifts
• Competitive salary and excellent benefits
• Excellent clinical support
• Predominantly small animal caseload
• Opportunity to help shape the development of a growing veterinary service

The practice is currently undergoing a significant period of growth, investment and expansion
, with a brand-new facility at Garenne Park due to open in January 2027
, pending hospital status.

The new practice is set to include:

• 6 consulting rooms
• 4 operating theatres
• Dedicated dog and cat waiting areas
• Modern hospitalisation facilities and kennels
• Dedicated cattery
• CT and X-ray facilities
• Dental facilities
• Space allocated for MRI
• Dedicated equine facilities and stabling
• 24-hour veterinary care

You’ll be joining at an exciting stage and will have the opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of the new practice and its services
.

You’ll be joining a busy,
RCVS-accredited first opinion practice with an experienced veterinary team, including several certificate holders.

The vets are supported by skilled RVNs, reception and administration colleagues, creating a collaborative environment where high-quality patient care is at the heart of everything they do.

The practice is well equipped to investigate and treat a wide range of medical and surgical cases, particularly important given the geographical limitations around referral from the island.

Guernsey offers an incredible quality of life and work-life balance
, making it a fantastic place to live and work.

Outside of work, you'll have access to:

• Beautiful beaches and stunning cliff walks
• Incredible countryside and nature reserves
• Watersports and boat trips to neighbouring islands
• A relaxed outdoor lifestyle
• Excellent schools
• Strong community spirit
• Safe and welcoming surroundings
• Private healthcare
• Excellent quality of life
• A fantastic environment for families

There are also good transport links to the UK, with flights taking as little as 40 minutes and ferry crossings from around 3 hours
.

Guernsey is approximately 70 miles from the coast of England and 30 miles from France
, making it easy to explore further afield when you're not enjoying island life.