Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Salary up to £65,000 DOE - £2,000 Welcome Bonus - Up to £2,000 Relocation Allowance - No OOH or Bank Holidays Are you an experienced first-opinion Veterinary Surgeon looking to take the next step in a supportive, well-equipped hospital environment? Yorkshire Vets, part of inspiring vet care, are looking to add a Veterinary Surgeon to the team.

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

We aim to create a varied and fulfilling working day for our team. Your responsibilities will include a balance of consultations, routine and occasional surgical procedures, client communication and call backs, inpatient care and diagnostic workups.

You’ll join a friendly, stable team across our hospital and five branch practices, where collaboration, clinical standards and professional development genuinely matter, with support from certificate holders in ophthalmology, surgery and dermatology.

Here is what Racheal said about life at Yorkshire Vets: "I started working as a receptionist for Yorkshire Vets in Morley, in March 2026. I can honestly say that all staff here in Morley and at Thornbury Hospital have been extremely welcoming. They are happy to help with my training; staff are patient. There is a positive atmosphere here, and a feeling that we care and want to help each other and our clients. I am enjoying working here and feel settled in the role."

How You’ll Make a Difference As a Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

This position is ideal for an experienced GP vet who wants to stay grounded in first-opinion work while benefitting from the facilities and caseload of a hospital setting.

Your responsibilities will include first-opinion consultations, inpatient care and clinical decision-making, and diagnostic workups including imaging. This role is predominantly hospital-based, with branch cover and the ability to shape the role around your clinical interests. We are a well-equipped practice with digital X-ray, diagnostic ultrasound (including Doppler), endoscopy, and in-house laboratory and blood analysers.

Working Pattern

• The role is ideally 4 or 5 days per week
• Shifts typically run between 7:30am and 6:00pm
• Saturday rota (8:00am – 12:00pm), usually 1 in 4
• Flexible working patterns considered

You Might Be a Great Fit If... You Are a Confident And Motivated Veterinary Surgeon Who Enjoys Working As Part Of a Team And Is Committed To Delivering High-quality Patient And Client Care. You’ll Bring

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

How We’ll Support You At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and well-being. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday, including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £65,000 a year

Up to £65,000 pa DOE

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