ocation: Taunton, Somerset, United Kingdom
Hours: Full time (part time considered, flexible rota)
Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience

The Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a supportive and experienced small animal team in Taunton. The role would suit a good all-rounder who is confident with routine consultations and surgery. Thanks to the expertise within the team, applications are welcomed from vets with varying levels of experience in small animal GP practice.

You will benefit from a well-structured rota with fixed hours, designed to promote work-life balance. Consults are 15 minutes, with regular admin time built into the diary and practice/clinical meetings scheduled throughout the month.

Rota:

• Full time preferred, but part time/flexible hours considered

• Weekend rota: 1 in 6 (Saturday 9am–5pm, Sunday 10.30am–4.00pm)

• No out of hours

About the Practice:
You will be joining a growing and stable team of 5 vets, including certificate holders in medicine and feline medicine, plus a vet working towards a surgical certificate. The team is supported by 6 RVNs, 2 SVNs, dedicated receptionists, and a business manager. Mental health and wellbeing are a priority, with trained mental health first aiders on the team.

Benefits include:

• Salary up to £65,000 depending on experience

• No out of hours

• 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)

• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BSAVA, BVA)

• Generous CPD allowance, including certificate funding

• Life assurance (4 x annual salary)

• Contributory pension scheme

• Private health insurance

• Cycle to work scheme

• Colleague reward hub – discounts and offers online and in-store

• Free onsite parking

The Area:
Taunton is a bustling Somerset town with excellent local amenities, quality schools, and superb transport links. The M5 is close by, offering easy access to the coast, countryside, and cities such as Bristol and Exeter. Exeter and Bristol airports are also nearby for onward travel.

Must Haves

• RCVS Registered (or soon to be)
• Possess the right to work in the United Kingdom
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What Happens Next?

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