Veterinary Surgeon | Somerset

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, well-established small animal practice in Somerset, where patient care, teamwork and community values sit at the heart of everything they do.

Full or Part Time | £40,000 – £65,000 DOE | 1 in 4 Weekends | Supportive Team

Key Details:

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon

• Hours: Full time with part time considered

• Working Pattern: Flexible rota with structured diary

• Weekends: 1 in 4

• Salary: £40,000 – £65,000 DOE (FTE)

• Contract: Permanent

• Sole Charge: One weekday plus occasional weekends

The Area:

Street is a charming town in Somerset offering excellent local amenities, good transport links and easy access to a variety of nearby towns and countryside locations. It provides an ideal balance between community living and lifestyle flexibility, making it a great place to both live and work.

The Role:

This is a rewarding small animal GP role within a settled and supportive practice environment. You'll be working with a close-knit team where most colleagues have been together for several years, creating a genuinely collaborative and welcoming culture.

The practice operates with a clear diary structure, regular team catch-ups and ongoing clinical discussion, ensuring high standards of care are maintained while supporting work-life balance. Consults are 15 minutes as standard, with additional time allocated when required.

You'll be confident across routine small animal medicine and surgery and comfortable with occasional sole charge. Alongside strong clinical ability, this role suits a Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys building lasting relationships with clients and working as part of a supportive, experienced team.

Facilities & Practice Environment:

• Modern, well-equipped small animal practice

• Multiple consult rooms and dedicated theatre

• Separate cat and dog wards

• Light, spacious working environment

• Dedicated colleague office and break space

What We're Looking For:

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• Broad GP skillset in small animal medicine and surgery

• Confident with occasional sole charge

• Strong client communication skills

• Team-focused, approachable and community-minded

Benefits:

• Salary £40,000 – £65,000 DOE

• Flexible full-time or part-time options

• 1 in 4 weekend rota

• Generous holiday allowance increasing with service

• Dedicated CPD allowance with certificate funding

• Paid professional memberships

• Contributory pension scheme

• Exclusive company discounts and benefits

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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