Small Animal Vet | Oxfordshire | Great Progression / Development opportunities

Veterinary Surgeon — Small Animal

Oxfordshire  ·  Permanent  ·  Full-time

4 days per week  ·  1 in 10 OOH weekends  ·  £38,000–£60,000 DOE

A rare chance to join a large, well-regarded independent practice across stunning locations in the Cotswalds. With a dedicated night team, clinical freedom, and a structured career pathway from graduate through to director level — this is a practice that takes long-term development seriously. Minimum 3 years small animal experience required.

The practice

• Large, independent small animal practice spanning a busy hospital and branch sites
• Clinical team of 19 small animal vets including 4 at senior/director level
• 17 RVNs, 5 student nurses and several assistants
• Fully staffed in-house laboratory, dedicated pharmacy and dispensary team
• Dedicated in-house night team — hand over at the end of your shift and leave on time

The role

• Work a fair mix of consults, ops, hospital and ambulatory shifts
• 15-minute consults with allowance for complex cases and admin, supported by a dedicated SA coordinator
• Enjoy genuine clinical freedom to develop and carry out your own treatment plans
• Work across the main hospital and branch sites, with some sole charge at branches
• 4 days per week (8:00am–6:30pm) — other patterns considered
• OOH: 1 in 10 full weekends (day shifts) with Monday morning off after a full weekend

What we're looking for

• Minimum 3 years experience in a small animal veterinary role
• Full UK driving licence and own transport — the practice is set in a beautiful rural location
• A collaborative, driven approach with high clinical standards
• A passion for animals and country life

Benefits

• Salary £38,000–£60,000 depending on experience
• 7 weeks holiday increasing with length of service
• CPD: 1 week plus £1,500 per year with funding and support for certificates
• Funded RCVS membership and VDS cover
• Private medical insurance and comprehensive wellbeing programme
• Structured career pathway from graduate to director level
• Generous staff discount scheme
• Active social calendar

Apply below or get in touch with Harry on 07758 963901 for more details.

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