Mixed Veterinary Surgeon - Penrith

Purosearch Ltd.; Penrith; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS membership paid

VDS membership paid

CPD allowance

Company pension

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is seeking a Mixed Veterinary Surgeon for a Penrith (Cumbria) practice. The role focuses on farm animal work with a smaller element of small animal care, offering a four‑day week and a supportive team in a traditional farm/mixed setting.

With up to £60,000 DOE, the position also provides benefits and the chance to work within a well-equipped, RCVS-accredited environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ clinical experience is required.
• Strong farm animal focus with mixed practice exposure.

Responsibilities

• Work mainly with farm animal cases (approximately 90%).
• Small animal work 10%, on-call and weekends.

Skills

Farm animal handling

Clinical experience

Job description

Mixed Veterinary Surgeon – Penrith (Cumbria)

Salary up to £60,000 DOE | 4-Day Week | Farm-Biased Mixed Practice

A well-established, proudly independent veterinary practice in Penrith is seeking a Mixed Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly and supportive team.

A minimum of 2 years’ clinical experience is required for this role, making it well suited to a confident veterinary surgeon who is comfortable working both independently and as part of a collaborative team environment.

The Role

The successful candidate will join a close-knit team consisting of a Clinical Director, Practice Manager, two Veterinary Nurses, and a dedicated Reception team. The practice operates within a traditional farm/mixed setting, offering a varied caseload with a strong farm animal focus.

• Approximately 90% farm animal work (no equine)

• 10% small animal work, primarily on-call and weekends

• Client base includes dairy, beef, and sheep enterprises across the Eden Valley

• Routine TB testing shared equally, with support from a dedicated TB Tester

This role offers genuine clinical freedom and the opportunity to build strong client relationships within a loyal farming community.

Work-Life Balance

• Full-time vets work a 4-day week

• 2 in 5 on-call rota

• Two vets on call at all times for support

The Practice

This is an RCVS-accredited practice equipped with modern facilities, including:

• Bull breeding soundness equipment

The practice prides itself on delivering high-quality, practical veterinary care while maintaining a supportive and collaborative working environment.

The Package

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 (dependent on experience)

• RCVS and VDS memberships paid

• Generous CPD allowance, tailored to individual interests

• Fully equipped work vehicle and mobile phone

• Company pension scheme

• Generous holiday allowance

• Clear opportunities for career progression

The Location

Based in Penrith, on the edge of the Lake District, this role is ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors. From fell running and water sports to relaxed countryside walks and traditional pub lunches, the area offers an exceptional lifestyle.

Excellent transport links provide easy access to major cities including Liverpool, Manchester, and Edinburgh by both road and rail.