284 Veterinary jobs in the United Kingdom

Are you looking to join a truly independent, thriving, and dedicated veterinary practice just on the outskirts of Wolverhampton, equipped with an x-ray machine, ultrasound, dental facilities and more? My client is seeking a dedicated and motivated Veterinary Surgeon to become a core part of the team.

Salary

£40,000 – £0,000

The exact salary within this banding will be awarded commensurate on experience.

Applicants must have a minimum of two years' experience

Location

Wolverhampton

The Practice

“The animal matters more than the money ” is the philosophy at this practice.

A small, passionate team who work here because they love animals. It’s not about busting a gut to make a profit here! A close-knit group in a relaxed environment with support from clinical and non-clinical staff alike.

An appreciative client-base with outstanding Google Reviews, this practice is not just offering a job to the right Veterinary Surgeon – it’s offering a career.

Your Role

A qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a valid license to practice in the UK.

Minimum of two-years post qualification experience.

Engage in varied caseloads – equipment and expertise to undertake a wide range of medical conditions including examinations, vaccinations, x-rays, surgeries, dentistry, dermatology, diet and more.

Full-time and part-time hours available with flexibility over days.

Only Saturday mornings – no Sundays

No OOH requirements

The Benefits

6 weeks holiday + bank holidays

RCVS fees paid

Funded CPD (£1,000 per yea

Support with career development, including certificates

Pension scheme

No OOH

Next Step

For further details on this exceptional role, please click the Apply Now button. If you can specify the best time to talk, please do; we will get in touch when it suits you best. You will then be contacted by one of our specialist consultants, who will provide you with further details about the role.

If you would like to talk ahead of sending us your CV, please give us a call on (phone number removed)

Please note, any contact is in the strictest confidence and we will not send your details to any practice without your expressed consent to do so.

Is this role almost right for you, but not quite ticking all the boxes? If so, we have many other roles available and also offer a Bespoke Job Search Service where we work proactively to find you your perfect job.

We have been named as the Recruitment Firm of the year at the HealthInvestor Awards, Winners of the Professional Service Provider of the Year at the General Practice Awards, Winners of the Recruitment Award at the LaingBuisson Awards and named on the Recruiter Hot100 list, so in dealing with us you’ll be in safe hands!

For every placement we make, Menlo Park plants two trees! We plant one on your behalf and the other on the surgery’s behalf. By planting two trees we offset 0.6 tonnes of CO2, the equivalent of driving 1,466 miles in a standard car. We want to contribute towards helping save the planet!

Ciaran Fletcher

I have a lovely independant practice looking for an experienced VCA full time.

Must have at least 1-2 years previsous experience.

Core Responsibilities:

• Animal Care:

  • Feeding, watering, and ensuring animals have access to fresh food and water.
  • Cleaning and maintaining animal enclosures, cages, and kennels.
  • Grooming and exercising animals.
  • Monitoring animal health and behavior, reporting any concerns to veterinary staff.

• Assisting with Treatments and Procedures:

  • Preparing equipment and treatment rooms.
  • Assisting with basic treatments, such as administering medications (under supervision).
  • Restraining animals for examinations and procedures.
  • Monitoring animals during and after procedures.

• General Practice Support:

  • Maintaining a clean and organized practice environment.
  • Handling and transporting animals safely.
  • Some VCAs may also assist with reception or administrative tasks.

• Specific Duties for Inpatients:

  • Exercising, grooming, and feeding hospitalized animals.
  • Monitoring and providing supportive care to inpatients.
  • Preparing the operating theatre and relevant equipmen

Veterinary Surgeon – Newcastle upon Tyne
4-day week | No OOH | Career Progression to Senior Vet

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and expanding veterinary practice on the outskirts of Newcastle upon Tyne . They are seeking an ambitious Veterinary Surgeon who is ready to take the next step in their career – with a clear pathway towards becoming a Senior Veterinary Surgeon .

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive, close-knit team with excellent facilities, a varied caseload, and genuine opportunities for professional growth.

Why this role?

• Location : Situated near the beautiful Northumberland countryside , the coast, and vibrant cities such as Newcastle and Durham – the area offers both affordable living and a fantastic lifestyle.
• Career Development : Vet GDP registered, nurse training practice, with strong support for professional development, leadership training, and succession opportunities.
• The Team : A friendly, forward-thinking group who pride themselves on collaboration, support, and a positive work-life balance. Weekly vet meetings, case discussions via Slack, and a monthly journal club keep everyone engaged and learning.
• The Work : A broad caseload ranging from practical, budget-sensitive care to gold-standard medicine, with 15-minute consultations, 34-hour working weeks, and no late nights, OOH or bank holidays .

Benefits package:

• 4-day working week
• 6 weeks’ annual leave + bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Additional annual leave with length of service
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• Company pension
• CPD fully funded (with approval)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme & Bright Exchange perks
• Staff discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Birthday off if it falls on a working day
• UK Visa sponsorship potential

Who they’re looking for:

• A motivated Vet with a positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Leadership experience is desirable, but not essential – full support and training are available
• Someone who enjoys working in a team, values professional development, and likes a balance between high standards and a fun, supportive culture

If you’re an experienced Vet looking to step up and join a forward-thinking practice where you can truly progress, apply today!

Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a relaxed, supportive independent practice with no micro-management, that can offer you clinical freedom? Do you want to be part of a practice with a great local reputation and a long-standing client base? Would being able to bring your dog to work be the icing on the cake? If you’ve answered yes to any or all of the above, then read on!

Salary

£40,000 - £0,000

The exact salary within this banding will be awarded commensurate on experience.

A minimum of six months’ experience is required for this role.

Location

Dudley

The Practice

A hard working, independent surgery that has outstanding staff retention across clinical and administrative staff.

A pragmatic approach to client and patient care and a philosophy of always having the animal at the heart of any process.

There is a passion for teaching and education here, so you will be supported with the pursuit of certificates and overall professional development.

A fully equipped in-house lab, digital x-rays, ultrasound, and a fully equipped operating theatre.

Your Role

A qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a valid license to practice in the UK.

Minimum of six months’ post qualification experience.

Full or part-time hours with a minimum of three days per week. Lots of flexibility here to suit an individual vet’s preferences.

15-minute consultations and a mixture between consults and surgery.

Opportunities to develop as a vet and even look at partnership in the future if of interest.

Work closely with a wonderful, local, appreciative client base.

The Benefits

5 weeks holiday, plus bank holidays.

Funded CPD (£1,500 ,000 per year) and professional subscription.

Develop your specialism and receive funding of a certificate.

A great environment to learn more about the profession from experienced colleagues.

Pension scheme.

Bring your dog(s) to work!

Next Step

For further details on this exceptional role, please click the Apply Now button. If you can specify the best time to talk, please do; we will get in touch when it suits you best. You will then be contacted by one of our specialist consultants, who will provide you with further details about the role.

If you would like to talk ahead of sending us your CV, please give us a call on (phone number removed)

Please note, any contact is in the strictest confidence and we will not send your details to any practice without your expressed consent to do so.

Is this role almost right for you, but not quite ticking all the boxes? If so, we have many other roles available and also offer a Bespoke Job Search Service where we work proactively to find you your perfect job.

We have been named as the Recruitment Firm of the year at the HealthInvestor Awards, Winners of the Professional Service Provider of the Year at the General Practice Awards, Winners of the Recruitment Award at the LaingBuisson Awards and named on the Recruiter Hot100 list, so in dealing with us you’ll be in safe hands!

For every placement we make, Menlo Park plants two trees! We plant one on your behalf and the other on the surgery’s behalf. By planting two trees we offset 0.6 tonnes of CO2, the equivalent of driving 1,466 miles in a standard car. We want to contribute towards helping save the planet!

How would you like to be part of a truly independent practice that has gone from strength to strength over the past decade? Do you want to be in a team that will invest in you and your career? What about having the chance to build long-term rapport with clients and their pets? What about having no out-of-hours?  If you’ve answered yes to any or all of the above, then read on!

Salary

£40,000 - £00,000

The exact salary within this banding will be awarded commensurate on experience and is subject profit shares.

A minimum of two years’ experience is required for this role.

Location

North Wales Coast

The Practice

Fully renovated, modern site with all the clinical bells and whistles, including ultrasound, digital x-ray, endoscopy, dental x-ray, and more!

A long-standing clinical and administrative team who are genuinely passionate about providing the highest quality care to all the animals they see.

Loyal, wonderful client base who have been very high praising in their feedback of the practice, both verbally with the team and on Google Reviews!

Offers vets a manageable workload at a slower pace than corporates, so that you can take your time with patients and clients.

Your Role

A qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a valid license to practice in the UK.

Minimum of two years’ post qualification experience.

Full or part-time hours – very flexible rota to accommodate an individual vet. 

15 to 30-minute consultations (yes, this is not a typo)!

Nice, manageable balance between surgeries and consults.

Receive support from an experienced, dedicated team with your career development, including support with pursuit of certificates and interests.

The Benefits

Up to £100,00 per annum!

Up to 30-minute consultations.

Funded CPD.

A great environment to learn more about the profession from experienced colleagues.

Pension scheme.

Private Healthcare.

Next Step

For further details on this exceptional role, please click the Apply Now button. If you can specify the best time to talk, please do; we will get in touch when it suits you best. You will then be contacted by one of our specialist consultants, who will provide you with further details about the role.

If you would like to talk ahead of sending us your CV, please give us a call on (phone number removed)

Please note, any contact is in the strictest confidence and we will not send your details to any practice without your expressed consent to do so.

Is this role almost right for you, but not quite ticking all the boxes? If so, we have many other roles available and also offer a Bespoke Job Search Service where we work proactively to find you your perfect job.

We have been named as the Recruitment Firm of the year at the HealthInvestor Awards, Winners of the Professional Service Provider of the Year at the General Practice Awards, Winners of the Recruitment Award at the LaingBuisson Awards and named on the Recruiter Hot100 list, so in dealing with us you’ll be in safe hands!

For every placement we make, Menlo Park plants two trees! We plant one on your behalf and the other on the surgery’s behalf. By planting two trees we offset 0.6 tonnes of CO2, the equivalent of driving 1,466 miles in a standard car. We want to contribute towards helping save the planet!

Ciaran Fletcher

Leigh

27,000 per annum

I currently have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Veterinary Nurse to join a dynamic team in a 24 hour Veterinary Hospital in Leigh, Manchester. This is a full time role of 40 hours spread over 4 days.

As a Registered Veterinary Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care to our patients and clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Circulating through multiple departments, including theatre, consultations, pharmacy, emergency, and inpatient care.
• Providing hands-on nursing care, including Schedule 3 activities.
• Supporting the theatre and anaesthesia team, if this aligns with your interests.
• Collaborating with our experienced team of vets and nurses to ensure the highest standards of care.
• Participating in a 1-in-5 weekend rota.

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Registered Veterinary Nurse (RVN) qualification.
• A proactive and enthusiastic attitude.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• A commitment to providing excellent patient and client care.
• A desire to learn and grow within a forward-thinking practice.

Your day-to-day activities will vary, offering a dynamic and engaging work environment. You may find yourself assisting in theatre, supporting consultations, managing pharmacy tasks, or providing care to inpatients. With 10-hour shifts between 7 am and 8 pm, spread over four days a week, you'll enjoy a balanced schedule that allows for personal time and professional fulfilment.

We value our team and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous Leave : 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays + birthday leave.
• Professional Support : RCVS & VDS fees paid, external CPD funded, and access to an extensive free online CPD program.
• Career Growth : Opportunities for career progression and further training, including certificates.
• Financial Perks : Staff discount schemes, e-car salary sacrifice scheme, and recruitment referral reward scheme.
• Health & Wellness : Life assurance, enhanced sickness pay, enhanced equal family leave, wellness programs, employee assistance program, eye care voucher scheme, free annual flu jab, and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Pension : Employer contribution pension scheme.

Interested in hearing more? Call Ellie Forrest on (phone number removed) or Email (url removed)

Veterinary Nurse - RVN - VN - Vet Nurse

WR Health & Social Care are the #1 recruitment partner for nursing jobs, care home jobs and home manager jobs. We recruit UK wide predominantly for nursing home jobs and private hospital jobs.

WR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

How would you like to be part of a truly independent practice that has gone from strength to strength over the past decade? Do you want to be in a team that will invest in you and your career? What about having the chance to build long-term rapport with clients and their pets? What about having no out-of-hours?  If you’ve answered yes to any or all of the above, then read on!

Salary: £30,000 - £34,000

The exact salary within this banding will be awarded commensurate on experience.

Location: North Wales Coast

The Practice

• Fully renovated, modern site with all the clinical bells and whistles, including ultrasound, digital x-ray, endoscopy, dental x-ray, and more!
• A team who are genuinely passionate about providing the highest quality care to all the animals they see.
• Loyal, wonderful client base who have been very high praising in their feedback of the practice, both verbally with the team and on Google Reviews!
• Offers RVNs a manageable workload at a slower pace than corporates, so that you can take your time with patients and clients.

Your Role

• A qualified RVN with a valid license to practice in the UK.
• Full or part-time hours – very flexible rota to accommodate an individual nurse. 
• 15 to 30-minute consultations (yes, this is not a typo)!
• Receive support from an experienced, dedicated team with your career development, including support with pursuit of certificates and interests.

The Benefits

• Up to 30-minute consultations.
• Funded CPD.
• A great environment to learn more about the profession from experienced colleagues.
• Pension scheme.
• Support with career development, including certificates.

Next Step

For further details on this exceptional role, please click the Apply Now button. If you can specify the best time to talk, please do; we will get in touch when it suits you best. You will then be contacted by one of our specialist consultants, who will provide you with further details about the role.

If you would like to talk ahead of sending us your CV, please give us a call on (phone number removed)

Please note, any contact is in the strictest confidence and we will not send your details to any practice without your expressed consent to do so.

Is this role almost right for you, but not quite ticking all the boxes? If so, we have many other roles available and also offer a Bespoke Job Search Service where we work proactively to find you your perfect job.

We have been named as the Recruitment Firm of the year at the HealthInvestor Awards, Winners of the Professional Service Provider of the Year at the General Practice Awards, Winners of the Recruitment Award at the LaingBuisson Awards and named on the Recruiter Hot100 list, so in dealing with us you’ll be in safe hands!

For every placement we make, Menlo Park plants two trees! We plant one on your behalf and the other on the surgery’s behalf. By planting two trees we offset 0.6 tonnes of CO2, the equivalent of driving 1,466 miles in a standard car. We want to contribute towards helping save the planet!

Ciaran Fletcher

An opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established veterinary practice providing exceptional care for companion animals offering 24/7 in-house emergency care.

As a Veterinary Surgeon , you will be diagnosing, treating, and caring for animals while ensuring the highest standards of veterinary care.

This full-time permanent role offers a salary of up to £65,000 and benefits.

You Will Be Responsible For

• Carrying out consultations and medical treatment for a variety of small animals
• Performing surgical operations, including general procedures and anaesthesia monitoring
• Conducting diagnostic tests such as X-rays, blood work, and ultrasound scans
• Administering vaccinations and preventative healthcare
• Providing guidance to clients on pet welfare and treatment options
• Provide leadership and line management support while mentoring junior colleagues.
• Handling medication safely, in line with professional guidelines
• Maintaining accurate patient records

What We Are Looking For

• Previously worked as a Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinarian, Veterinary Doctor, Small Animal Vet, Vet Surgeon or in a similar role.
• MRCVS qualification and current RCVS registration
• Strong diagnostic and surgical skills, with the ability to make sound decisions in emergencies
• Clinical knowledge across anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and animal behaviour
• Confident with laboratory and diagnostic equipment
• Capable of lifting and safely restraining animals of varying sizes and weights.
• Skilled in manual dexterity for performing precise surgical procedures and handling delicate laboratory equipment.
• Full UK driving licence and access to reliable transport for home visits

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a progressive veterinary team where you can thrive and make a real difference.

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Registered Veterinary Nurse – Premium Clinics, London

Our client is launching premium, state-of-the-art veterinary clinics across London and is seeking an ambitious Registered Veterinary Nurse to join their exceptional team.

What You’ll Bring

• Strong anaesthesia and surgical knowledge
• Confidence with sole charge responsibilities desirable
• Team player who can mentor junior colleagues
• A passion for providing premium standards of care

Who You Are

You’ll be motivated to deliver exceptional patient care , empathise with clients, and thrive in a progressive environment where innovation is encouraged. An entrepreneurial mindset is key – being a self-starter, adaptable, and eager to help grow the clinic.

The Clinics & Team

• Fully equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, dental units, and in-house lab analysers
• Supportive, high-performing teams of 3 vets and 3 nurses at each site

Hours & Benefits

• Full-time, permanent (5 x 8-hour shifts, 1 in 3 weekends)
• 5.6 weeks holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• £1,(Apply online only) CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid leave
• RCVS & professional indemnity fees covered*
• Staff pet discounts
• On completion of probation: private medical insurance, life assurance, critical illness cover

Apply today and take the next step in your veterinary nursing career.