Veterinary Surgeon – Gloucestershire

Salary: Up to £65,000 FTE DOE + Excellent Benefits

Part-Time | Flexible Working | Small Animal Practice

Looking for a veterinary role that offers flexibility, clinical freedom and a great work-life balance? This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, supportive practice in the beautiful Cotswolds, with flexible hours and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Why Join?

• Flexible working: One or two days a week, mornings only or Saturday-only options.

• Competitive salary: Up to £65,000 FTE, depending on experience.

• Career development: Generous CPD allowance and fully funded postgraduate qualifications.

• Supportive team: Collaborative working environment with access to specialist advice and clinical mentoring.

• Relocation support: Assistance available, with potential one- or two-bedroom accommodation at the practice.

The Opportunity

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will join a well-established first-opinion small animal practice with over 200 years of history, a purpose-built main site and four nearby branches.

Working alongside a dedicated team of vets, Registered Veterinary Nurses, PCAs and receptionists, the role will involve consultations, medical investigations, inpatient care and surgery. The practice offers modern facilities, including digital dental X-ray, endoscopy, laparoscopy, ultrasound and two theatres, alongside access to visiting specialists and telemedicine services.

Working Pattern

The practice is committed to work-life balance and offers genuine flexibility. Full-time vets typically work four days a week, while part-time arrangements can include one or two days, mornings only or Saturday-only work.

The shared rota typically includes one in six Saturdays and one in six out-of-hours shifts, with the option to provide OOH cover from home or on site. A dedicated nursing team supports the out-of-hours service.

About the Candidate

The role would suit a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with ideally three or more years' experience, confident in managing medical and surgical cases and committed to excellent patient and client care.

The successful candidate will enjoy working collaboratively, have strong clinical skills and be keen to develop their expertise, with support available for further qualifications.

Benefits

• RCVS and VDS fees paid in full.

• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access and more than 450 learning courses.

• Fully funded postgraduate qualifications, including CertAVP and PgCert, with study leave.

• Up to 33 days' annual leave, with the option to buy or sell.

• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme and enhanced family leave.

• Wellbeing support and staff pet care discounts.

Location

Based in a picturesque Cotswolds town, the practice offers beautiful countryside, local amenities and convenient access to Bristol and Birmingham airports.

Interested in a flexible Veterinary Surgeon role with a supportive team and opportunities to progress? This could be the ideal next step in a rewarding veterinary career.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com

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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.

Ref no: JOB-60010