Farm Veterinary Surgeon - York

Purosearch; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice near York is seeking a Farm Veterinary Surgeon to join its five-vet team. The ideal candidate will manage a varied caseload focusing on livestock, teamwork, and client relationships. The position offers up to £45,000 salary, generous CPD allowance, health contributions, and more. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a thriving community while enjoying career development support.

Benefits

6.6 weeks’ paid holiday

£1,750 CPD allowance per annum

Health contributions

Professional memberships paid

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary practice, preferably with livestock.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload, mainly beef and sheep.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload, predominantly beef and sheep.
• Collaborate with a team of five vets to build strong client relationships.
• Participate in after-hours on-call duties.

Skills

Client relationship building

Livestock care

Collaboration

Education

RCVS accreditation

Job description

Farm Veterinary Surgeon – York

A well‑established, RCVS‑accredited farm practice just outside the historic city of York is seeking a Farm Veterinary Surgeon to join its cohesive five‑vet team. This is an ideal position for a dedicated vet who thrives on building lasting client relationships and delivering high‑quality livestock care.

About the Practice

Founded in 2000, the practice provides a livestock‑focused service while supporting smallholdings, open farms and owners of companion farm animals. The experienced veterinary team – many with specialist certificates – offers in‑depth advice on everything from parasitology to advanced fertility work. Their commitment to the profession includes regular contributions to farming media, international conference presentations, and training future generations of farm vets.

Role & Responsibilities

• Permanent, full‑time (40 hours per week)
• Rota: one night per week and one weekend in five on call (with a day off in lieu)
• Generous CPD allowance and strong support for career development
• Manage a varied caseload, predominantly beef and sheep, with opportunities for dairy, camelid and export work
• Collaborate with a team of five vets and build strong client relationships

Location

Situated a few miles east of York, the practice offers easy access to the North York Moors, Yorkshire Wolds and the east coast. York’s rich history, cultural events and excellent transport links—including a rail service to London in under two hours—make this a highly desirable location.

Benefits

• Salary up to £45,000 (DOE)
• 6.6 weeks’ paid holiday (including bank holidays)
• £1,750 CPD allowance per annum
• Health Shield contributions for treatments from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS and two additional professional memberships paid
• VDS cover
• Enhanced parental and adoption leave
• Discounted veterinary fees
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company sick pay
• Annual pay reviews and career progression opportunities
• Car, laptop and phone provided

Apply For This Position

This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated farm vet to join a supportive, forward‑thinking team and make a real impact within a thriving rural community. Interested candidates are invited to apply and become part of a practice that values professional growth and close client relationships.

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

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