Veterinary Surgeon

WhatsApp Inc.; Stockport; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme

Five weeks' annual leave

Generous CPD allowance

Certificate funding and support

VDS cover

Employee discounts and Cycle to Work

Job summary

Purosearch is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a seven-branch practice in Stockport, Cheshire. The role offers a varied mix of consultations, surgery and inpatient care, supported by a Tier 3 hospital.

You will work on-site with access to CT and visiting MRI, some sole charge, and a strong team focused on high-quality patient care and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• 3+ years' UK small animal experience.
• Confident with routine consultations, surgery and occasional sole charge.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Passion for high-quality patient care and continued development.

Responsibilities

• Varied mix of consultations, surgery and inpatient care.
• Some sole charge required; UK practice experience essential.
• Work with Tier 3 hospital and multidisciplinary team.

Skills

MRCVS

Small animal experience

UK practice experience

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Stockport

Company: Purosearch

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 a year

Hours: Full-time

Location: STOCKPORT

Working pattern: On-site

Job type: Permanent

Closing date: 21 Oct 2026

Summary

Veterinary Surgeon - Stockport, Cheshire

Salary: From £45,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

Why Join?

• Average 4-day working week with weekends paid back as time off in lieu
• Tier 3 hospital with an in-house referral and dedicated OOH team - no on-call
• Varied first opinion and inpatient caseload with access to CT and visiting MRI
• Generous CPD and certificate funding with excellent career development
• Supportive, progressive 7-branch practice close to Manchester and the Peak District

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established seven-branch practice in Stockport. The role offers a varied mix of consultations, surgery and inpatient care, supported by a Tier 3 hospital and an experienced multidisciplinary team.

With access to advanced facilities including CT, visiting MRI and referral support, this is an excellent opportunity for a vet looking to broaden their clinical skills while delivering outstanding patient care. Some sole charge will be required, so previous UK practice experience is essential.

What We're Looking For

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• 3+ years' UK small animal experience
• Confident with routine consultations, surgery and occasional sole charge
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Passion for high-quality patient care and continued development

The Rota

• Average 4-day working week
• Shared weekend rota with time off in lieu
• No on-call
• Flexible working considered
• Dedicated OOH and supportive management team

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £45,000 DOE
• Five weeks' annual leave
• Professional memberships paid
• Generous CPD allowance
• Certificate funding and support
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance
• Paid VDS cover
• Employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies and wellbeing support

If you're an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a progressive practice with advanced facilities, an excellent caseload and genuine opportunities for career progression, this is a fantastic opportunity in Stockport, Cheshire.