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Posted on 17 April 2026

​Please see below the best selection of Veterinary Surgeon and RVN jobs across the UK this week:

Veterinary Surgeon - Northampton - Competitive salary (DOE)

Experienced Small Animal Vet wanted for a friendly, independent practice near Northampton (midway between London and Birmingham).Join a supportive team of 12 vets and 22 nurses in a well-equipped clinic offering a varied caseload, advanced facilities, and opportunities to develop your surgical skills. Full-time role with a 4-day week (8:45am–5:30pm), 1:6 weekends, and no bank holidays—promoting a great work-life balance. Competitive salary (DOE) plus pension, private healthcare, £2000 CPD allowance, professional memberships, and generous holiday.

Apply now to join a team that values collaboration, development, and excellent client care.

👉Read more about this role here:Veterinary Surgeon - Large experienced and supportive team

Veterinary Surgeon – Kent - Up to £60,000

Dedicated Small Animal Vet wanted for a well-established, independent practice in a charming coastal area of Kent, within easy reach of Canterbury and London.Join a friendly, experienced team committed to excellent patient care and client service. The role suits a vet confident in surgery and consultations, with a strong team-focused approach. Flexible full or part-time hours, 1:4 Saturday mornings, and no out-of-hours—supporting a great work-life balance. Competitive salary (DOE) plus benefits including 28 days holiday, RCVS/VDS fees paid, £1500 CPD allowance, and a birthday day off.

Apply now to join a supportive practice where your skills will be valued.

👉Read more about this role here:Veterinary Surgeon - Coastal location

Veterinary Surgeon - Cumbria - Up to £60,000

Veterinary Surgeon required for a long-established, independent mixed practice in a picturesque Lake District market town.This role is predominantly farm-focused (80% farm, 20% small animal), ideal for a vet with 1+ years’ experience and an interest in general practice. Work is local and well-supported, with progressive clients and a manageable caseload. Enjoy a 4-day week, 2-in-5 OOH rota, shared weekend on-call, and regular long weekends—offering an excellent work-life balance. Competitive salary (£35k–£60k DOE) plus vehicle, CPD support (including funded postgraduate study), memberships, and relocation assistance.

Apply now to join a supportive team offering clinical freedom and strong career development.

👉Read more about this role here:Mixed Veterinary Surgeon -Support and Development

Veterinary Surgeon - Northamptonshire - Up to £65,000

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon required for a friendly, new practice in Northampton.Join a close-knit team in a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility with an established client base. The team includes 2 vets, 4 nurses, a practice manager, and support staff, all focused on compassionate, high-quality care. Ideal for an experienced GP vet confident in consultations, routine surgery, and sole charge (consult-only roles considered). Strong communication skills and a kind, collaborative approach are essential. Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with no OOH, flexible hours (25–40 per week), and a 1 in 3 Saturday rota. Salary £45,000–£65,000 DOE plus benefits including CPD, fees paid, pension, and development opportunities.

👉Read more about this role here:Veterinary Surgeon - Consult only option

Veterinary Surgeon – Suffolk - Up to £70,000

Veterinary Surgeon wanted for an independent, vet-led practice in coastal Suffolk, expanding after a successful first year.Join a supportive team of Advanced Practitioners and certificate holders in a modern, well-equipped clinic offering both first opinion and referral-level work, including advanced imaging, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and full surgical facilities. Suitable for experienced vets, certificate holders, or ambitious clinicians looking to develop—recent graduates may also be considered. The practice supports clinical growth and is expanding its advanced services, with a CT scanner planned. Enjoy a friendly, collaborative environment with competitive remuneration and shared, relatively quiet OOH work.

Apply now to join a progressive practice where you can develop and thrive.

👉 Read more about this role here:Veterinary Surgeon - Join a fast growing practice

Veterinary Surgeon – Leicestershire - Up to £62,000

Experienced Veterinary Surgeon required in Leicestershire for a supportive, forward-thinking practice.Full or part-time considered. Join a friendly team of 9 vets, many with postgraduate certificates, in a well-equipped first opinion practice with a varied caseload and 24-hour OOH service. The role offers flexibility to focus on medicine, diagnostics, or complex cases, tailored to your strengths. Enjoy a collaborative culture with strong mentorship opportunities, including supporting early-career vets, alongside a skilled nursing team and modern diagnostic facilities. Benefits include 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave, CPD (internal and external), RCVS/VDS fees, pension, life assurance, car scheme, enhanced family leave, relocation support, and visa sponsorship.

👉Find out more here:Veterinary Surgeon - Medicine bias

Head Veterinary Nurse – West London - Up to £42,000

Head Nurse required for a friendly, well-established practice in vibrant West London.Lead a dedicated team of RVNs, students, VCAs, and support staff, driving high standards of clinical care and customer service. This is a great opportunity for an experienced nurse ready to take the next step into leadership. You’ll join a supportive 6-vet practice with a strong focus on teamwork and professional development, working in a collaborative and positive environment. 4-day week (40 hours), 1:4 weekends, plus participation in a duty night rota. Salary £34,000–£42,000 DOE plus benefits including CPD, leadership training, enhanced leave, wellbeing support, income protection, discounts, and more.

👉Find out more here:Head Veterinary Nurse in West London

Veterinary Nurse – Hampshire - From £30,000

Registered Veterinary Nurse required for a friendly, forward-thinking small animal practice.Join a supportive team in a purpose-built, well-equipped clinic delivering high standards of patient care and client service. This is a great opportunity for an RVN who is passionate, team-focused, and eager to develop their skills across theatre, diagnostics, inpatient care, and nurse-led clinics. Full-time role (40 hours) with 1 in 4 Saturdays, with part-time considered. Salary from £30,000 DOE plus benefits including CPD support, RCVS/VDS fees, pension, holiday allowance, birthday day off, and career development opportunities.

👉Find out more here:Veterinary Nurse - Deliver Exceptional Care

You must be registered or eligible to register with the RCVS to apply for any of the clinical positions. SeeRegistration - Professionalsto check

For more information, click on the individual advert links or get in touch atcontactus@vettedrecruitment.co.uk

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