Veterinary Surgeon (30 hours per week) - Somerset

Purosearch; England; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD allowance and paid CPD leave

Private Medical Insurance and Health/C

Relocation support and visa Spons

Cycle to Work Scheme

Season Ticket Loans

Staff discounts

RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid

Job summary

Purosearch is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly small-animal practice in Somerset on a 30-hour-per-week, part-time basis. The role offers flexibility, mentorship, and the potential for a permanent position after the contract, with a strong support team and modern facilities.

The successful candidate will provide high-quality medical and surgical care, work closely with clients, and develop clinical interests within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Small animal veterinary practice experience preferred.
• Strong clinical and surgical skills in small animals.
• Ability to communicate clearly with clients and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to small animals.
• Build strong relationships with clients through excellent communication.
• Collaborate with an experienced veterinary team to maintain high clinical standards.

Skills

Small animal medicine

Surgical skills

Client communication

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon (30 hours per week) - Somerset

Up to £58,450 Pro Rata | 30 Hours per Week | Somerset

Why Apply?

Up to £58,450 pro rata plus an excellent benefits package

30-hour week with flexible working and only

1 in 4 Saturdays

Practice refurbishment planned this year, including a new

experienced Veterinary Surgeons and certificate holders

Opportunity to

develop your own clinical interests with the potential for a

permanent role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, well-established practice in Somerset on a

This is an ideal role for a Veterinary Surgeon looking for flexibility, clinical freedom and the chance to work within a supportive team. The position offers

30 hours per week with flexible working patterns and a

1 in 4 Saturday rota, providing an excellent work-life balance.

The successful candidate will join an experienced team including two Veterinary Surgeons, a Head Registered Veterinary Nurse, Registered Veterinary Nurse and dedicated support staff. The practice owner is a highly experienced Veterinary Surgeon, and you'll work alongside certificate holders and GP vets with over 20 years of experience, offering excellent support and mentorship.

The modern practice is well equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, ECG and an in-house laboratory. A refurbishment is planned for November, with a

Dental X-ray suite also being added to further enhance the facilities.

There is genuine opportunity to develop a particular clinical interest and build a caseload around it, with the possibility of securing a permanent position at the end of the contract.

The Role

• Provide high-quality medical and surgical care to small animal patients.
• Build strong relationships with clients through excellent communication.
• Work collaboratively with an experienced and supportive veterinary team.
• Maintain high clinical standards while contributing to the continued success of the practice.

• Salary up to
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service

Day for You

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days' paid CPD leave
• Certificate funding and career development opportunities
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
• Cycle to Work Scheme, Season Ticket Loans and staff discounts

If you're a

Veterinary Surgeon looking for a

part-time veterinary job in Somerset with a supportive team, modern facilities and genuine opportunities for career development, we'd love to hear from you.