Veterinary Surgeon – Wiltshire

• Progressive, multi-site veterinary group – Join a thriving first opinion and referral network with an RCVS-accredited 24-hour hospital and 24 experienced vets, including certificate holders and specialists
• Exceptional facilities – Benefit from advanced equipment such as laparoscopic surgery, digital and dental x-ray, ultrasound, orthopaedic referral services, and a brand-new CT department
• Supportive and sociable team – Work alongside a friendly, experienced, and environmentally conscious team, with strong mentorship and a genuine focus on wellbeing and teamwork
• Flexible and rewarding role – Opportunities for both full-time and part-time work, with structured career progression, funded CPD, and a salary of up to £60,000 DOE
• Fantastic location – Enjoy life on the beautiful Somerset–Wiltshire border, within easy reach of Bath, Bristol, Salisbury, the Cotswolds, and the South Coast

This leading, forward-thinking veterinary group is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Veterinary Surgeon to join their progressive and motivated team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a clinician who is passionate about animal care, teamwork, and professional growth within a thriving practice network.

Why Join This Practice?

The successful candidate will become part of a thriving first opinion and referral group made up of four small animal practices and an RCVS-accredited 24-hour hospital. The team includes 24 experienced Vets, among them Certificate holders in Medicine, Surgery, Cardiology, and Feline Medicine, with several colleagues currently pursuing further qualifications. A visiting Ophthalmology Diplomate also supports the team’s expanding expertise.

The role is based primarily at one of the group’s busy small animal practices in a popular Wiltshire town, with out-of-hours care managed by the dedicated night team at the nearby 24-hour hospital. The hospital operates around the clock, ensuring seamless and continuous patient care.

Facilities & Equipment

The group offers state-of-the-art facilities, including:

• Modern consulting rooms and fully equipped operating theatres, offering laparoscopic neutering
• Isolation units, an onsite laboratory, ultrasound, digital and dental x-ray capabilities
• Orthopaedic referral services in-house
• ISFM Cat Friendly accreditation across all sites, with dedicated feline appointment slots
• Laser therapy, staff rest spaces, and a brand-new CT department at the Frome hospital

Location

Situated on the beautiful Somerset–Wiltshire border, the practices enjoy proximity to Bath, Bristol, Salisbury, and the Cotswolds, with excellent transport links to London and the South Coast—perfect for those who enjoy countryside living with easy access to vibrant cities.

What Makes This Team Special

The group’s large, multi-skilled team boasts decades of experience. Three Lead Vets provide clinical support to colleagues, with Clinical Directors overseeing practice operations. Team interests span orthopaedics, ECC, exotics, cardiology, dentistry, internal medicine, ultrasound, and laparoscopic surgery.

Beyond their professional strengths, the team is friendly, sociable, and supportive—celebrating milestones and birthdays together (always with cake!). The practice also takes pride in its ‘Green Team’, which recently achieved the IIE Green accreditation—the highest possible recognition for environmental sustainability in veterinary practice.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Be confident with routine consultations and surgeries
• Thrive working collaboratively within a supportive team
• Possess excellent communication skills and a desire for continuous professional development
• Be RCVS registered and have completed their VetGDP

Veterinary surgeons at all experience levels are encouraged to apply; the practice provides robust mentorship and professional support for those keen to grow their skills.

The Offer

Job Type: Permanent – both full-time and part-time applications are welcome.
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)

Benefits Include:

• 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Funded external CPD and clear career progression opportunities
• Staff discount schemes
• Life Assurance
• Enhanced sickness and equal family leave pay
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Employer pension contributions
• Recruitment referral rewards
• Comprehensive wellbeing programme including:

o Employee Assistance Programme
o Eyecare vouchers
o Free annual flu jab
o Cycle to Work scheme

This role offers the chance to join a truly collaborative, forward-thinking veterinary group where high-quality clinical care and team wellbeing go hand in hand.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@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-55743