Veterinary Surgeon - Preston

• Impactful Leadership: Opportunity to help shape the next chapter of a busy, community-loved clinic while mentoring and developing junior vets
• Clinical Variety: A true mix of consulting and surgery, with access to advanced equipment (laparoscopy, endoscopy, TTA kit, digital/dental X-ray, quality ultrasound)
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a three-times surgery certificate holder, an experienced nursing team, and a nearby 24-hour hospital for internal referrals
• Work–Life Balance: 4-day working week, no OOH, and flexible arrangements with fair weekend rotation
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary up to £60,000 DOE, private medical insurance, health cash plan, generous CPD budget, funded certificates, and visa/relocation support

Overview

Our client is seeking a confident, forward-thinking Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and experienced six-vet team in a dynamic role with genuine scope to make an impact. The successful candidate will be accountable for patient care within the clinic, ensuring exceptional standards for clients, patients and colleagues while maintaining the highest levels of regulatory and operational compliance.

The Role

This is a full-time opportunity ideal for a vet with at least three years of UK small animal practice experience who enjoys a true mix of consulting and surgery. The role offers:
• Autonomy and Influence: A chance to help shape the next chapter of a busy, community-loved clinic.
• Clinical Variety: From routine consults to complex surgeries, with close collaboration and referral opportunities through a nearby sister 24-hour hospital and surrounding branches.
• Leadership and Mentorship: The opportunity to guide and develop newer graduates alongside a three-times surgery certificate holder and a dedicated, supportive nursing and client care team.

The Practice

The clinic combines a traditional, characterful building with modern equipment including laparoscopy, endoscopy, TTA kit, patella luxation equipment, quality ultrasound, digital and dental X-ray, capnography and ventilators. It’s a practice with strong foundations and exciting potential—perfect for someone eager to help lead it into a new era.

Location: Award-winning suburban practice with easy access to Manchester, Liverpool, the Lake District and beautiful local countryside.


Schedule & Flexibility

• 4-day working week
• No OOH
• Fair share of weekends (1:3 Saturdays or 1:6 full weekends)
• Flexible working arrangements considered to support a strong work–life balance

Key Benefits

• Excellent salary up to £60,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance and health cash plan (dental, physio and optical) with 24/7 Private GP service
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• 24-hour counselling support
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service
• Additional paid “Day for You” leave
• CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave, with funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical options based on length of service
• Pension, Cycle to Work scheme, staff discount
• Tier 2 (General) Visa sponsorship and relocation support available

Ideal Candidate

• Minimum 3 years’ UK small animal practice experience
• Confident in both consulting and surgery
• Passionate about patient care, mentoring, and shaping the future of the clinic
• Collaborative and proactive, with a desire to innovate and improve

How to Apply

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who wants to make a lasting difference in a thriving, community-focused practice. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and take the next step in a rewarding and influential career.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

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-53875