Veterinary Surgeon - Newbury

Purosearch Ltd.; Newbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

No on-call

Up to six weeks’ holiday

Loyalty bonuses

Job summary

Purovets is supporting an independent veterinary group recruiting a Veterinary Surgeon for their Newbury clinic. The role offers a 4‑day week with no on‑call duties, excellent work‑life balance, and a strong focus on staff wellbeing and professional growth.

The Newbury practice is modern and well equipped, with access to digital radiography, ultrasonography, and an on‑site Idexx laboratory. Competitive salary (£50k–£80k) and generous holiday (up to six weeks) accompany a loyal, team‑oriented

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with at least 2 years' UK practice experience.
• Ability to work in a friendly, patient‑focused independent group.
• Commitment to high standards of animal welfare and client service.

Responsibilities

• Join a supportive team in Newbury with a flexible rota.
• Collaborate with surgeons and nursing staff to provide excellent patient care.
• Participate in continuous professional development and practice improvement.

Skills

2+ years veterinary experience

Team collaboration

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Group, Newbury

Our client is part of an exciting, independent, and growing veterinary group that has been redefining what it means to work in the veterinary sector for over fifteen years. They are not a corporate entity driven by profit at the expense of people — they are a proudly independent, family-owned group that puts staff, clients, and patient care first.

With thirteen practices in total, this is an organisation large enough to offer security, stability, and career progression, but still small enough to maintain a genuine sense of community and individuality. Independence is at the heart of everything they do — and always will be.

They are now seeking a dynamic Veterinary Surgeon with at least two years’ experience to join their friendly team in Newbury, a vibrant market town known for its racecourse and surrounded by some of the most beautiful countryside in southern England.

The Newbury surgery, which opened just last year, is a bright, modern practice equipped with all the facilities you would expect — including digital radiography, ultrasonography, and a fully integrated Idexx laboratory. Dedicated surgical suites are available for both the in-house team and visiting specialists in ophthalmology, soft tissue, and orthopaedic surgery.

What truly sets this group apart is its people‑first ethos. They believe loyalty comes from mutual respect and flexibility — crafting roles that suit each team member’s needs. With no on‑call duties and flexible rotas, they ensure every vet enjoys an excellent work‑life balance, staying fresh, motivated, and enthusiastic about their work.

They lead the way in the profession with outstanding packages and continuous investment in both their staff and their clinics. From industry‑leading salaries and up to six weeks’ holiday, to regular ten‑year clinic refits and a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, this is a team that practices what others preach. Having opened three new practices in the past eighteen months, their growth is steady and sustainable — always focused on quality over quantity.

At Newbury, the rota is initially a shared one — working alongside the owner, a part‑time vet, and visiting medical and surgical specialists. There’s plenty of support from across the group’s twenty surgeons and seventy staff members, as well as the on‑site nursing team. Collaboration is key, and teamwork is something they’re proud to champion.

Benefits

• Independent group – enjoy the stability of a 13-practice network without the corporate pressures
• Modern, well‑equipped clinic – brand-new Newbury surgery with digital radiography, ultrasound, Idexx lab, and visiting surgical specialists
• Excellent work‑life balance – 4‑day week, every third Saturday morning, and absolutely no on‑call, Sundays, or bank holidays
• Outstanding package – salary up to £80,000, up to six weeks’ holiday, loyalty bonuses, and generous CPD support
• Supportive, team‑focused culture – collaborate with 20 surgeons and 70 staff across the group, all committed to mutual respect and professional growth

Rota

• Full‑time: 4‑day week with every third Saturday morning
• No on‑call, no Sundays, and no bank holiday working

The Package

• Salary £50,000–£80,000 (commensurate with experience and hours)
• Up to six weeks’ annual leave
• Loyalty bonus scheme
• Staff recruitment reward scheme
• Generous CPD budget and encouragement for development
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Staff animals treated at cost and staff discounts

If you’re an experienced vet looking to join a genuinely independent group that values your wellbeing, rewards your work, and keeps investing in your future — this is the opportunity for you.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.