Consulting Only Veterinary Surgeon - 12-Month Fixed Term Contract

Linnaeus; Warminster; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in the UK is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a consulting-only role. With a salary up to £65,000 per annum, this position offers an exciting opportunity to join a progressive and supportive team. The role focuses on high-quality consultations with no surgical responsibilities, providing a work-life balance that includes 5 weeks of holiday and additional benefits. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and be RCVS registered.

Benefits

5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Relocation support

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Employer contribution pension scheme

Generous staff discount scheme

Life assurance

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Enhanced equal family leave

Extensive internal and funded external CPD

Qualifications

• Ability to handle routine consulting with confidence.
• Interest in participating in a weekend rota for consultations.
• Excellent communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality consultations focused on pet health.
• Work within a inclusive and progressive team environment.
• Ensure excellent client communication without surgical responsibilities.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Confident with routine consulting

Desire to progress within the role

Education

RCVS registered

Completion of VetGDP

Job description

Job Title: Veterinary Surgeon - Consulting Only

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (D.O.E)

Location: Garston Vets, Somerset and Wiltshire

Job Type: 12‑month Fixed Term Contract. Full‑time and part‑time applicants welcomed. No Surgery or Night work

Are you looking for a consulting only role with no surgical, hospital or nightwork included? Are you a passionate veterinary surgeon looking to join a progressive, supportive, and forward‑thinking team? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment with dedicated professionals, loyal clients, and a strong team ethos? If so, we’d love to hear from you – your next adventure could start right here!

Why join us?

• Join a thriving primary care practice with a strong team of 24 vets, including Certificate holders in Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology and Feline Medicine with further vets currently studying, and visiting Ophthalmology Diplomate.
• Provide high‑quality consultations focused on pet health and client communication, with no surgical responsibilities.
• We offer excellent facilities across our surgeries, including well‑equipped consulting rooms, modern operating theatres with laparoscopic neutering capabilities, dedicated isolation units, and an onsite laboratory. Diagnostic imaging is supported by ultrasound, digital x‑ray, and dental x‑ray services, with full dental staging available, plus a nurse‑led laser therapy service. All sites are ISFM‑accredited cat friendly clinics, providing designated feline appointments. Our small animal hospital in Frome also houses a brand‑new CT scanner, enhancing our advanced diagnostic capabilities.
• Based on the beautiful Somerset and Wiltshire border within easy reach of the vibrant and historic cities of Bath, the Cotswold's, Bristol, and Salisbury with direct train routes to London and the beautiful south coast an hour’s drive away.
• We are one of the few practices in Somerset & Wiltshire that operate our own out of hours emergency service on‑site at our accredited small animal hospital at Garston House in Frome.
• We work closely with surrounding specialist referral sites in our network including Eastcott, Cave, & Anderson Moores.

The Team

Our large team has decades of experience with three Lead Vets supporting our clinicians, and Clinical Directors overseeing the running of the practices. Interests within the team include orthopaedics, ECC, exotics, cardiology, dentistry, internal medicine, ultrasound imaging & laparoscopic surgery. We are a sociable team and enjoy nothing more than a party, for example celebrating someone’s birthday which of course, includes cake! We have our own ‘Garston green team’ who have recently achieved the IIE Green accreditation, the highest possible levels of environmental sustainability without compromising patient care and treatment.

What we are looking for

• Confident with routine consulting and prefers daytime weekend appointments rather than ECC night work, participating in a pro rata weekend rota.
• Excellent communication skills and a desire to progress within your role.
• Completion of your VetGDP and RCVS registered.

What we offer

• 5‑weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Relocation support
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Generous staff discount scheme
• Life assurance
• E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Extensive internal and funded external CPD

Garston Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long‑term as opposed to being focused solely on short‑term profits. At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best – care for pets. We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.

All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Garston Vets, Linnaeus or the role please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

If you would like to apply for this position or would simply like to discuss it in more detail, please contact [e-mail] or complete the application form below.