Equine Veterinary Surgeon - Cambridge

purovets; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a cutting-edge independent equine practice in Cambridge as an Equine Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers a unique blend of clinical excellence and teaching, allowing you to mentor final year vet students while delivering high-quality ambulatory and clinic-based care. Enjoy a supportive environment with a strong team culture, structured admin time, and access to advanced facilities. With a competitive salary and generous benefits, this position is perfect for passionate individuals ready to make a meaningful impact in the equine veterinary field.

Benefits

41 days annual leave

Generous CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Enhanced family policies

Retail discounts

Employee discounts

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Solid experience in equine practice.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding clinical care on the road and in the clinic.
• Mentor final year vet students and shape future veterinary care.

Skills

Equine Veterinary Care

Teaching and Mentoring

Clinical Excellence

Education

RCVS Registration

Job description

Equine Veterinary Surgeon – Cambridge

• Join a cutting edge, independent equine practice in Cambridge, where you’ll work alongside a highly experienced clinical team using state-of-the-art facilities including a new indoor menage, surgical suite, and advanced diagnostics
• Enjoy the unique opportunity to combine clinical excellence with teaching, mentoring final year vet students and helping to shape the future of equine veterinary care
• Thrive in a supportive and forward thinking environment, with protected admin time, strong team culture, and access to a network of specialists in anaesthesia, pathology, and radiology
• Earn a competitive salary up to £55,755 per annum, plus a generous benefits package and additional pay for out-of-hours work, all while making a meaningful impact in the equine veterinary field

Are you passionate about first opinion equine work and ready to inspire the next generation of vets? A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join a vibrant, supportive team based in Cambridge. Working in an independent equine practice embedded within a leading veterinary school, this role blends high quality ambulatory and clinic based care with the rewarding challenge of teaching final year vet students.

The successful candidate will enjoy a varied caseload, delivering outstanding clinical care both on the road and in a well-equipped clinic featuring a brand new indoor menage, multiple treatment rooms with stocks, advanced surgical facilities, and an impressive range of diagnostic equipment. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment, supported by a diverse team of equine RVNs, experienced technicians, and clinical specialists in anaesthesia, pathology, and radiology.

This is more than a veterinary job—it's a chance to shape the future of equine practice while advancing your own career. With structured admin time, a strong team spirit, and a healthy work-life balance, this role offers professional fulfilment in a setting that values development and compassion. The role also includes participation in an out-of-hours rota with additional pay.

Ideal candidates will be RCVS-registered with solid experience in equine practice, a commitment to clinical excellence, and a passion for teaching and mentoring the vets of tomorrow. This is your chance to be part of something truly special in the heart of Cambridge’s equine community!

The Rota:

• Full time position
• Open to part time applicants – minimum 3 days per week

Benefits:

• 41 days annual leave
• Salary up to £55,755 DOE (plus out of hours pay)
• Generous CPD allowance
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced family policies
• Retail discounts
• Employee discounts
• Development opportunities
• Plus much more!

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply

Ref: JOB-53216