Veterinary Surgeon - Greater Manchester

Purosearch; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A traditional veterinary practice in Greater Manchester is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. This role offers a stable, animal-first work environment with no corporate influence. Enjoy a 9am–5pm schedule, competitive salary up to £70,000, along with benefits including pension and CPD allowance. Ideal for an experienced vet who values community ties and compassionate care, this position offers engaging first-opinion work in a friendly setting.

Benefits

Pension

CPD allowance

Subsidised treatment for staff pets

Qualifications

• Ideally 3+ years experience in veterinary practice.
• Must be confident with routine procedures.
• Ability to work in a busy, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform consultations and surgeries as required.
• Provide compassionate care to patients.
• Collaborate with a team of veterinary professionals.

Skills

Routine procedures

Team collaboration

Compassionate care

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

Idexx machines

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon - Greater Manchester

Join a long-established, family-owned small animal practice with nearly 50 years of trusted service across two locations. Work in a truly independent, animal-first environment — no upselling, no targets, and no corporate influence. Enjoy a stable and friendly team made up of permanent staff — many of whom have been with the practice for decades and long standing locums. Work a genuine 9am–5pm schedule, Monday to Friday only, with no weekends, no evenings, and no out-of-hours. Earn up to £70,000 per annum DOE, with a package that includes pension, CPD allowance, and subsidised treatment for staff pets. This is a unique opportunity to join a proudly traditional, community-focused veterinary practice where animal welfare comes first — and always has. Founded by the current owner nearly five decades ago, this practice remains rooted in its original mission: to provide accessible, compassionate care without pressure to generate profit.

With two modest but well-equipped branches, the practice is perfect for a vet who wants to get stuck into meaningful first-opinion work, supported by a tight-knit and loyal team. The facilities include ultrasound, digital X-ray, Idexx machines, two consulting rooms at each site, a reception area, and an ops theatre.

You’ll be working alongside a team of 4 vets (a mix of locum and permanent), as well as experienced nursing staff — many of whom have been with the practice since its earliest days. The rota includes a mix of consulting and surgery, with vets swapping between the two throughout the day.

This role would suit an experienced vet (ideally 3+ years) who is confident with routine procedures and enjoys being part of a relaxed, informal, but busy environment. If you\'re looking for somewhere with genuine values, stability, and strong community ties — this could be the ideal fit.