Job Description

Veterinary Surgeon – Professional Development Opportunity

Up to £65,000 DOE | Full-Time | Flexible Hours
Location: Taunton, Somerset

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving, recently refurbished small animal veterinary practice in Taunton, Somerset. This role is ideal for a Vet seeking to work within a high-performing veterinary team led by an experienced Partner who is deeply committed to clinical excellence, mentoring, and professional development.

Offering a salary of up to £65,000, flexible working patterns, and access to advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment, this position provides an excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon looking to develop their clinical interests while enjoying genuine work-life balance.

The Practice

This modern, recently refurbished veterinary practice offers a diverse and stimulating caseload, supported by excellent facilities and a collaborative clinical environment.

The successful Veterinary Surgeon will benefit from access to advanced tools and equipment to deliver gold-standard patient care, including:

• A brand-new laparoscopic spay suite
• State-of-the-art 4-probe ultrasound
• Dedicated Cat and Dog wards
• Support from visiting peripatetic specialists
• A varied medical and surgical caseload

The practice is led by an experienced Partner currently working toward a third certificate, fostering a culture that actively supports progression and continuous learning.

The wider team includes:

• 4 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• An anaesthetics certificate holder
• A medicine certificate candidate
• A dedicated 3-person administration team, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and allowing clinicians to focus on patient care

The Role

This is a full-time Veterinary Surgeon position with truly flexible working hours, designed to suit individual lifestyles. Importantly, there is no night work, making this an excellent opportunity for Vets seeking improved work-life balance without compromising clinical standards.

The successful candidate will work closely with an experienced clinical team to deliver exceptional veterinary care while continuing to grow professionally in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

The Veterinary Surgeon will typically:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and surgery
• Provide high standards of patient care in line with clinical and regulatory requirements
• Develop tailored treatment plans and communicate effectively with clients
• Work collaboratively within a supportive veterinary team
• Contribute to a positive clinical culture focused on continuous improvement and patient outcomes

Professional Development & Career Growth

This practice strongly believes that a veterinary career should be more than simply a rota and job title. Significant investment is made into professional growth and clinical development.

Benefits include:

Learning & Development

• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days paid CPD leave annually
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways
• Access to Clinical Communities, internal CPD, and 24-hour hospitals
• Strong mentorship from an experienced Partner committed to development

Health & Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (3x salary)

Annual Leave

• 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service
• Additional paid ‘Day for You’

Additional Support

• RCVS, VDS and BVA fees paid
• Relocation support available
• Visa sponsorship for eligible candidates
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service

Lifestyle Benefits

• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket Loans
• Staff Discount

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a qualified MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for clinical excellence, patient care, and building strong client relationships.

The practice is seeking someone who enjoys being part of a collaborative team, values continued learning, and wants to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive and progressive veterinary environment.

This opportunity offers an excellent platform for a Veterinary Surgeon seeking career progression, flexible working, advanced clinical exposure, and strong team support in a well-equipped, forward-thinking practice.

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

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.  

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-58231