Independent – Veterinary Surgeon Newbury, Berkshire

An excellent opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a genuinely independent, family-owned veterinary group at a modern, recently opened practice in Newbury, Berkshire. This role offers clinical autonomy, strong team support and a flexible working pattern within a non-corporate environment that genuinely prioritises people, patient care and long-term job satisfaction.

Key Highlights

• Salary £50,000 to £80,000 depending on experience and hours.

• Full-time or part-time options available.

• Genuinely independent, family-owned group with a people-first ethos.

• No on-call, no Sundays and no bank holiday working.

• Modern, well-equipped practice in a desirable Berkshire market town.

Key Details

• Role: Veterinary Surgeon.

• Contract: Permanent.

• Location: Newbury, Berkshire.

• Hours: Full-time (4-day week) or part-time considered.

• Weekend rota: Every third Saturday morning.

• Salary: £50,000 to £80,000 commensurate with experience and hours.

The Practice

This modern practice opened recently and has been designed to a high clinical standard, offering an excellent working environment with ongoing investment in equipment and facilities. As part of a long-established independent veterinary group, the focus remains firmly on clinical freedom, staff wellbeing and reinvesting income back into the team.

There are no corporate targets, no restrictive ownership schemes and no hidden tie-ins. The practice benefits from strong internal support alongside visiting specialists, allowing cases to be worked up fully where appropriate.

Facilities include:

• Digital radiography.

• Ultrasonography.

• In-house integrated laboratory.

• Dedicated surgical facilities.

• Support from visiting ophthalmology, soft tissue and orthopaedic surgeons.

The Role

This position has become available due to continued growth in caseload. Initially, the rota includes a degree of sole-charge working, supported by experienced colleagues, visiting clinicians and a wider independent clinical network.

The role would suit a Veterinary Surgeon with at least two years' experience who enjoys autonomy while still valuing access to support and collaboration. Flexible hours are available, and part-time working will be considered.

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon.

• Minimum of two years' UK clinical experience.

• Confident in small animal general practice.

• Comfortable with a level of sole-charge responsibility.

• Values independence, teamwork and a non-corporate culture.

What's On Offer

• Salary £50,000 to £80,000 depending on experience and hours.

• 4-day working week with a fair Saturday rota.

• No on-call duties, no Sundays and no bank holidays.

• Up to six weeks' annual leave.

• Loyalty bonus scheme.

• Staff recruitment reward scheme.

• Generous CPD budget with encouragement to develop.

• RCVS and VDS fees paid.

• Staff pets treated at cost.

• Staff retail discounts.

If you would like further information about this Veterinary Surgeon role in Newbury, Berkshire, or would like to arrange a confidential and informal discussion, please get in touch.

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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