Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Inspiring Vet Care; Stranraer; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks' holiday including bankhols

Private medical insurance

Maternity/paternity/adoption leave

RCVS fees covered

Cycle to Work scheme

Retail discounts

Job summary

Inspiring Vet Care in Stranraer, SW Scotland, seeks an experienced Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join Academy Veterinary Clinic. This role offers farm and equine work with supportive teams, flexible practices and a clear path for professional growth.

You’ll work across mixed animal cases, with autonomy and collaboration in a thriving regional hub. Academy Veterinary Clinic provides strong mentorship, modern diagnostics and a culture that supports certificates and continued development, with

Qualifications

• RCVS registration or eligibility to register with the UK governing body.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with clients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage a large animal caseload including beef, sheep and dairy work.
• TB testing and farm-related procedures as part of a mixed practice.
• Collaborate with vets, nurses and support staff to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Client communication

Team collaboration

Proactive learning

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Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration or eligibility

Job description

Salary up to £65,000 plus £5,000 Relocation Allowance

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we’re trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

Academy Veterinary Clinic is seeking an experienced Large Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, progressive team. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident vet who enjoys farm & equine work and is looking for a role that offers real variety, strong support, and flexibility in how they work.

With the main hub located in Stranraer southwest Scotland it serves as a costal hub for water sports including sailing & kayaking & is ideal for those that enjoy the great outdoors. There is also a thriving local culture with many festivals & events throughout the year. This role offers a fantastic lifestyle alongside career progression

Practice Highlights

• RCVS-accredited mixed practice (farm, small animal, and equine)
• 10-vet team across 2 branches (Stranraer main site + Newton Stewart branch)
• Experienced clinical team including 1 certificate holder in Cattle Health & Production
• 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 3 Auxiliary Nurses, and 5 Receptionists
• Strong farm and small animal caseload with equine involvement
• Modern diagnostic equipment including small and large animal ultrasound, digital radiography, bull and tup fertility kit, and IDEXX suite
• Supportive environment with encouragement for certificates and further qualifications (e.g. DBR)

How You’ll Make a Difference

You’ll be joining a close-knit and collaborative team of vets, nurses, and support staff who genuinely enjoy working together and supporting one another.

We pride ourselves on offering a positive, down-to-earth working environment where clinical standards are high, but teamwork and communication are equally valued. You’ll have the autonomy to manage your own cases, with experienced colleagues always available for discussion and support

As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Key Responsibilities

This role is ideal for a vet who enjoys being out on farm and building strong, long-term client relationships. The large animal caseload includes a mix of beef, sheep, and some dairy work, alongside a significant amount of TB testing throughout the week.

For those who enjoy maintaining a mixed caseload, there is also opportunity to be involved in small animal consultations and procedures within the clinic.

We understand the importance of a work life balance & we offer a 4 day week as standard. The on-call rota is shared fairly across the mixed vets and currently consists of 1 in 7.

Our aim is to provide a rota that is both sustainable and supportive, allowing you to enjoy your work without compromising your time outside of it

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Up to £65,000 DOE