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Full time Veterinary Surgeon – Preston Vets for Pets

Paying up to £65,000 (FTE, DOE).

• Close-knit, well-established team with minimal staff turnover
• 30 hours per week (full time) with flexible rotas to accommodate personal commitments
• Potential for sole charge – ideal for a veterinarian confident in surgery and consultation
• Support for continued professional development
• Preference for candidates with experience in dentistry, dermatology or ultrasonography
• Includes 1 in 3 Saturdays
• Enhanced holidays after 2 years of service
• Competitive salary up to £65,000 (FTE, DOE)

Preston Vets for Pets is located on Preston Docks, offering a friendly working environment and local amenities. The practice operates as a training practice with a team that includes a Practice Owner/Head Nurse, Practice Manager, 2 Vets, 2 RVN’s, 1 SVN’s, 1 VCA and reception staff.

• Experienced veterinary surgeon with a professional and enthusiastic approach
• Ability to mentor junior team members and work confidently in sole charge
• Surgical experience required; experience in dentistry, dermatology or ultrasonography desirable
• Willingness to work part‑time (30 hours over 3 days per week) with 1 in 3 Saturdays and no out‑of‑hours

• Up to £65,000 (dependent on experience/full time equivalent)
• Generous CPD allowance and funding towards certificates
• 5.6 weeks initial holiday, rising to 6.6 weeks after 2 years of service
• Extra days’ leave for your birthday
• Private health insurance access
• Contributory pension scheme
• In‑house career development opportunities
• Paid membership fees (RCVS, BVA, VDS)
• Access to the reward hub, including wellbeing support and pastoral care
• Cycle to work scheme
• 20% discount at Vets for Pets, Pets at Home and the Groom Room
• Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes – Retail Trust, Port of Call and MHFA

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We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We value diversity and encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of how closely their experience aligns with the role.