248 Veterinary Surgeon jobs in the United Kingdom

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

Portsmouth

70,000 per annum + excellent benefits!

This RCVS-accredited, independently run practice with a fantastic reputation in the heart of Portsmouth is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. Just 15-20 minute's walk from lakes and beaches, this practice is perfectly positioned for a great work-life balance.

Our equipment includes:

• Brand-new ultrasound machine

• Direct plate radiography

• K-laser for both acute and chronic case management

A full practice refurbishment to enhance facilities is currently in the works!

• Full-time : 39 hours/week, including 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (9am-12pm)

• Part-time : Ideally 3 days/week + 1 in 3 Saturday mornings

• No out-of-hours (OOH)

• 15-minute consults , with longer appointments for complex cases or new joiners

• Protected admin time, paid overtime, and a supportive team always happy to lend a second opinion

• Day off each week for full-time roles

• Salary up to 70,000

• 2,000 welcome bonus

• 28 day's holiday (rising to 33 days after 2 years)

• Dedicated CPD allowance + funding for certificates

• Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Life assurance - 4x salary

• Cycle to work scheme

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

Veterinary Surgeon - vet nurse - RVN - 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.

Are you seeking an independent veterinary surgery within a local community? Does having a local, loyal and long-standing client base sound appealing? Do you want to be part of a close-knit team of Vets, RVNs and management staff? Is case discussion and support as a Vet important to you? Would it be ideal for you to bring your dog to work?

If you’ve answered yes to any of the above, you best read on!

Salary

• £50,000 - £0,000
• The exact salary within this banding will be awarded commensurate on experience.
• The practice is seeking a Vet who is confident in their surgical and medical capabilities.

Location

North Wales Coast

The Practice

• Community practice in a small-town location that has been offering services to clients for almost a decade and has built a long-standing client base in that time.
• Dedicated surgical suites specifically for different animals, offering a wide range of procedures for pets.
• Visiting specialists who cover a plethora of specialties, including cardiology, orthopaedic surgery, endoscopy and soft-tissue, creating an hospital-like environment.
• Offers Vets a varied caseload and lots of opportunities for development and progression, including support with CPD.

Your Role

• A qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a valid license to practice in the UK.
• A nice balance between consults and surgeries.
• Full or part-time hours – very flexible rota to accommodate an individual vet. 
• 20-minute consultations.
• Support with biases, interests and overall development from an experienced team.
• Utilise specialised equipment to deliver exceptional care to your patients.

The Benefits

• Up to £80 00 per annum!
• Opportunities for development, including partnership in the future.
• Unlimited, funded CPD.
• A great environment to learn more about the profession from experienced colleagues, including specialists.
• Pension scheme.
• 20 consults per day (some days, less)!
• Bring your dog 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!

Ciaran Fletcher

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon (Night Shift) with 2 years of experience to join a family-run independent veterinary practice.

As a Veterinary Surgeon , you will provide exceptional, personalised, and continuous care to each of their patients. This full-time role offers a salary range of £60,000 - £72,000 and benefits.

What we are looking for:

• Previous experience working as Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinary Surgeon, Veterinarian, Veterinary Doctor, Small Animal Vet, Vet Surgeon, Vet or in a similar role.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in small animal practice, preferably within the UK.
• Membership of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS).
• Ideally have experience in emergency and critical care.

What’s on offer:

• Competitive salary
• 7 weeks holidays including bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Certificate-level CPD funding available
• Staff discount for veterinary services and treatments
• Mental health and wellbeing support resources
• Enhanced maternity and sickness benefits (after qualifying period)
• Opportunities for involvement with animal charities and community support

Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.

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A well-established and growing small animal practice is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly, progressive team. This is an ideal opportunity for a Vet who thrives in a busy first-opinion environment and is looking for excellent support, clinical freedom, and genuine scope for development.

Salary - £50,000 – £0,000

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

Location  Near Brighton, East Sussex

The Role

• Full-time (4 days/week) preferred, part-time considered.
• Typical week: 3 days consulting, 1 surgical day.
• 1 in 4 weekends, built into a 40-hour week.
• No OOH – outsourced to a local provider.
• 15–30-minute consults; average 25 per full day.
• Mixture of routine and occasional complex procedures.

Candidate Requirements

• Ideally 2–3+ years of experience.
• Confident managing a high caseload independently.
• Strong GP Vet skills with an interest in consults and surgery.
• A team player with a collaborative, solutions-focused mindset.
• Open to future progression — including certificates and partnership opportunities.

Practice Overview

• 11 Vets , including Certificate holders in Imaging, Medicine, and Surgery.
• 7 RVNs , 3 SVNs — exceptional nursing support.
• 4 consult rooms, 1 theatre, digital and dental x-ray.
• Recently expanded, with further plans for a dedicated dental suite.
• Loyal and affluent client base, known for being open to full workups.
• Consult blocks of 15–30 minutes.
• Busy, varied caseload across medicine and surgery.

Culture and Development

• Supportive and approachable leadership team.
• Focus on team well-being with regular check-ins and open-door communication.
• Case discussions and clinical learning encouraged.
• Occasional social events and Christmas party.

Benefits

• Salary: £50,000 – £70 00.
• Generous CPD allowance.
• Full certificate funding and buy-out support available.
• Genuine partnership potential for the right candidate.
• On-site staff parking.
• Work/life balance with no OOH.

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!

Josh Deacon

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

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

Portsmouth

70,000 per annum + excellent benefits!

This RCVS-accredited, independently run practice with a fantastic reputation in the heart of Portsmouth is looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly team. Just 15-20 minute's walk from lakes and beaches, this practice is perfectly positioned for a great work-life balance.

Our equipment includes:

• Brand-new ultrasound machine

• Direct plate radiography

• K-laser for both acute and chronic case management

A full practice refurbishment to enhance facilities is currently in the works!

• Full-time : 39 hours/week, including 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (9am-12pm)

• Part-time : Ideally 3 days/week + 1 in 3 Saturday mornings

• No out-of-hours (OOH)

• 15-minute consults , with longer appointments for complex cases or new joiners

• Protected admin time, paid overtime, and a supportive team always happy to lend a second opinion

• Day off each week for full-time roles

• Salary up to 70,000

• 2,000 welcome bonus

• 28 day's holiday (rising to 33 days after 2 years)

• Dedicated CPD allowance + funding for certificates

• Paid memberships (RCVS, VDS)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Life assurance - 4x salary

• Cycle to work scheme

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

Veterinary Surgeon - vet nurse - RVN - 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.