Permanent Farm Animal Veterinary Surgeon – Bridgwater, Somerset

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established, farm-animal only veterinary practice located in the beautiful Somerset countryside. This progressive practice is seeking an experienced and motivated Farm Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join their highly regarded team. With a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional development, this is an ideal opportunity for a vet looking to take on a leadership role and thrive within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

What They Are Looking For:

• A confident and capable Farm Animal Vet with experience in routine fertility work and a keen interest in driving clinical standards.

• Someone who enjoys working as part of a collaborative team and is willing to contribute to the shared out-of-hours rota (currently 1 in 6, typically quiet).

• A professional ready to work closely with clients, contribute to farmer training and discussion groups, and engage with a varied case load including dairy, beef, sheep, and youngstock.

• An individual looking for a position with clinical autonomy and the opportunity to influence the direction of the veterinary services offered.

What They Offer (Pro Rata):

• A supportive and enjoyable working environment with a dedicated team and excellent support staff.

• £48,000 – £60,000 DOE – reflective of experience and leadership responsibilities.

• Commitment to flexible working – happy to discuss options.

• Funding and full backing for CPD and post-graduate studies.

• Access to an extensive network of CPD, training resources, and top UK farm vets through their wider veterinary group.

• Encouragement and support for developing clinical interests or pursuing post-grad qualifications.

• Autonomy to maintain and enhance best practice standards.

• Regular routine visits to over 30 dairies plus exposure to beef, sheep, and youngstock work.

• Support from trained Vet Techs and Telecommunication staff, allowing vets to focus on clinical work.

• Opportunities to lead or participate in farmer-facing training events and discussion groups.

• A three-star rating on the B-heard employee engagement survey, highlighting their commitment to staff wellbeing and satisfaction.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced farm vet seeking a fulfilling role with variety, progression, and genuine work-life balance in a beautiful part of the country.

Must haves:

• RCVS Registered & Qualified or soon to be.
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom.
• Have excellent verbal / written communication skills

What happens next?

CLICK APPLY NOW or if you have any pre-application questions or if this role is not quite right for you, please contact the VS Team (details below) to discuss your veterinary career aspirations further.

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