Description
Full-Time Veterinary Surgeon – Wiltshire
Small Animal Practice | Flexible Working | CPD Funded
- £40,000–£70,000 FTE + excellent benefits – A competitive salary package with generous CPD funding, certificate support, paid professional memberships, private healthcare, pension, staff discounts and accommodation available if required.
- Real flexibility around your working life – Choose between 4 or 5-day weeks, with flexible rota patterns considered and just 1 in 6 Saturdays (8:30am–4:00pm), making this an ideal opportunity for a vet looking for a sustainable work-life balance.
- Work in an outstanding clinical environment – Join a long-established, RCVS-accredited practice with two operating theatres, advanced imaging including endoscopy and cardiac ultrasound, dental X-ray, an in-house laboratory and dedicated patient wards.
- Join a genuinely supportive team in beautiful Wiltshire – Benefit from experienced colleagues, certificate holders, strong clinical discussion and excellent development opportunities, all within a picturesque rural setting close to Salisbury Plain and the North Wessex Downs, with easy access to Bath, Bristol and the M4.
The Opportunity
An established independent small animal veterinary practice in a picturesque Wiltshire market town is looking for an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join its experienced and supportive team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a vet seeking a high-quality clinical environment alongside genuine flexibility and a healthy work-life balance. The practice has been part of the local community since 1897 and combines a long-standing reputation with modern facilities and a progressive approach to veterinary care.
You’ll be joining a collaborative team where clinical discussion, knowledge sharing and professional development are actively encouraged. The practice includes experienced clinicians and certificate holders, providing a strong network of support for both day-to-day cases and more complex work.
The Practice
The practice is a single-site, RCVS-accredited small animal facility, based in purpose-built, air-conditioned premises designed with both patient care and staff wellbeing in mind.
Facilities include:
- Two fully equipped sterile operating theatres
- Advanced diagnostic imaging, including endoscopy, digital X-ray and ultrasound with cardiac probe
- Dedicated dental suite with dental X-ray
- Fully equipped in-house laboratory
- Separate cat, dog and isolation wards
- Large meeting and training area for CPD, clinical discussions and team development
The location offers the best of both worlds: a beautiful rural setting close to Salisbury Plain and the North Wessex Downs, while providing convenient access to Bath, Bristol and the M4 corridor.
The Role
The position would suit a Veterinary Surgeon with 2+ years' experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and well-equipped practice.
- Full-time Veterinary Surgeon position
- 4 or 5-day weeks available
- Flexible rota patterns considered
- 1 in 6 Saturdays, 8:30am–4:00pm
- Flexible start date
- Accommodation available if required
You’ll have the opportunity to work a varied small animal caseload while benefiting from the support of experienced colleagues and a strong culture of case discussion.
Salary & Benefits
- £40,000–£70,000 FTE, depending on experience
- Generous CPD allowance
- Certificate funding and clinical development support
- Paid RCVS and BVA memberships
- Private health insurance
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Pension scheme
- Staff discount
- Accommodation available
- Supportive team environment with excellent clinical resources
Why Apply?
This role offers the opportunity to work in a modern, well-equipped practice with a supportive team, while enjoying a high quality of life in one of Wiltshire’s most scenic locations. It is ideal for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking flexibility, career development, and a welcoming team environment.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com
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Ref no: JOB - 59293