Small Animal & Equine Veterinary Surgeon

WhatsApp Inc.; Whitby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks' annual leave

Funded CPD

RCVS, VDS and one additional member"s

Job summary

Whitby, North Yorkshire: A long-established, independent, family-run veterinary practice is seeking an experienced Small Animal & Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly four-vet team. The role is predominantly small animal (85%) with opportunities to develop equine skills in lameness investigations, dentistry, vaccinations and routine care.

The practice offers a modern extended facility, supported by funded CPD, certificate support and potential future partnership, plus a four-day week

Responsibilities

• Role predominantly small animal with opportunities to develop equine skills in lameness investigations, dentistry, vaccinations and routine equine care.

Job description

Small Animal & Equine Veterinary Surgeon - Whitby

CAPTION:

• Company: Purosearch
• Salary: £40,000 to £75,000 a year
• Hours: Full-time
• Location: WHITBY
• Working pattern: On-site
• Job type: Permanent
• Posting date: 19 Oct 2026
• Closing date: 18 Nov 2026

Summary

Small Animal & Equine Veterinary Surgeon - Whitby, North Yorkshire

Salary: £40,000-£75,000+ DOE | Full-Time | Permanent

• Independent, family-run mixed veterinary practice established in 1946
• Four-day working week with a set day off
• 85% small animal and 15% equine caseload
• Funded CPD, certificate support and potential future partnership
• Coastal location with access to the North York Moors and practice beach hut

The Opportunity

An independent, family-run veterinary practice in beautiful Whitby is seeking an experienced Small Animal & Equine Veterinary Surgeon to join its friendly, four-vet team.

The role is predominantly small animal, with opportunities to develop equine skills through lameness investigations, dentistry, vaccinations and routine equine care. The practice also works with marine wildlife rescue organisations and a local wildlife sanctuary.

The recently extended, purpose-built practice offers excellent facilities, including digital and dental X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy and multi-parameter monitoring. Equine facilities include digital radiography, dental X-ray and modern dentistry equipment.

What's on Offer?

• Salary: £40,000-£75,000+ depending on experience
• Five weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays
• Funded CPD, with full support for certificate qualifications
• RCVS, VDS and one additional professional membership paid
• Dogs welcome at work
• Use of the practice beach hut, complete with paddleboards
• Visa sponsorship available
• Potential long-term partnership opportunities

Working Hours & On-Call

The team works four days per week, 8:30 am-6:30 pm, with a set day off and protected time for administration and lunch.

The on-call rota includes one night per week and one weekend in four. Small animal out-of-hours cases are transferred to a dedicated provider from Friday evening to Monday morning, while the practice maintains its own 24/7 equine emergency service. Additional support is available for less experienced vets.

Life in Whitby

Whitby offers an enviable coastal lifestyle, with beautiful beaches, independent restaurants, famous fish and chips and plenty of outdoor activities. The North York Moors National Park, coastal walking routes and opportunities for surfing and paddleboarding are all close by.

This is an excellent opportunity for a vet seeking a varied clinical role, genuine professional development and the chance to join an independent practice with a strong community ethos.