Veterinary Surgeon - Meet our New Owners

Vets for Pets; Longton; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS membership

VDS membership

Other professional membership

Job summary

Longton Vets For Pets in Stoke-on-Trent is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a growing, well-equipped practice with modern facilities, including a CT scanner and rehabilitation centre.

We offer flexible hours, no out-of-hours, 1 in 4 Saturdays 9am–12pm, generous CPD, and paid professional memberships; relocation options available; salary up to £65,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellent patient care and client service.

Responsibilities

• No out-of-hours or on-call duties.
• Protected time for case follow-ups or phone calls.
• Dedicated lunch breaks that actually happen.
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate study encouraged and supported by someone who has already done one.
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, VDS, and one other of your choice).
• A positive, collaborative working environment that supports team success.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient care

Job description

Looking to join a practice with new owners and fresh ideas that is growing to new heights? paying up to £65,000 (FTE, DOE)

• This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced vet to join a growing practice, with fresh perspectives
• We do not have a vacancy to fill so we can be flexible on hours and rota so let us know what will suit you!
• We want our colleagues to be as diverse as our clients. Our teams are inclusive and celebrate difference so if you meet our role requirements, we’d love to hear from you. We are a Mindful Employer
• You will join our amazing practice which has relocate to a new location allowing it to double in size offering fantastic facilities including a CT scanner and a rehabilitation centre with hydrotherapy and physiotherapy
• This will include 1 in 4 Saturdays – 9am till 12pm
• Your development will be highly encouraged with CPD and certificates supported
• No OOH, Sundays or Bank holidays!
• Fantastic pay up to £65,000 depending on your experience

As a growing practice we are always interested in hearing from local talent interested in working with us. Ideally we are seeking an experienced and motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated and supportive team at Longton Vets For Pets. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values high standards of patient care, teamwork, and professional development.

About Us

At Longton Vets For Pets, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding veterinary care within a friendly, professional environment. Our modern, well-equipped practice includes digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory facilities, and dedicated surgical and dental suites. We have a CT scanner and take external referrals for this. Our team is complimented by our own physiotherapist who runs our rehabilitation department, which includes an underwater treadmill. You’ll be supported by an experienced nursing team and approachable management who encourage open communication and continuous improvement. We are proud of our strong community reputation and the trust our clients place in us. We value collaboration, kindness, and clinical excellence in equal measure, and we strive to create a workplace where every team member feels appreciated and supported.

The Role Offers:

• Salary up to £65,000, commensurate with experience
• Flexible working options – full or part time hours considered
• No out-of-hours or on-call duties
• Protected time for case follow-ups or phone calls
• Dedicated lunch breaks that actually happen
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate study encouraged and supported by someone who has already done one!
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, VDS, and one other of your choice)
• A positive, collaborative working environment. We back each other in consults, celebrate the wins and eat cake when we have had a tough day (or any day really!)

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to excellent patient care and client service

Relocation to Stoke-on-Trent

Stoke-on-Trent offers an excellent quality of life, combining affordable housing and a lower cost of living with access to beautiful countryside. The area sits between the Peak District and the Cheshire plains, making it ideal for outdoor pursuits, while maintaining easy transport links to Manchester, Birmingham, and London. The city itself has a welcoming community, good schools, and a growing arts, leisure, and dining scene.

Location: ST3 2JD

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!