The market is heating up—and it’s not just the glorious sunshine! Across the UK, veterinary practices are actively hiring, with loads of opportunities available for both RVNs and Veterinary Surgeons right now. Whether you're chasing career progression, a better work-life balance, or just a fresh start in the sunshine, here are this week’s standout roles:
Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Devon - Up to £80,000 + performance based bonus
Join athriving independent practice as the Lead Vetfor a brand-new branch in beautiful Cornwall. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a clinic from the ground up while working within an established and supportive network. With a 4-day week, no OOHs, strong branch support, and a competitive salary (£65k–£80k + bonus), this role offers the perfect blend of leadership, clinical work, and work-life balance. Ideal for an experienced small animal vet (5+ years) ready to step into a leadership role and build a successful, close-knit team—while enjoying the coast, countryside, and plenty of sunshine.
👉Read more about this role here:Lead Vet - shape a brand new practice
Veterinary Surgeon – Norfolk - up to £75,000
Join afamily-run, independent practiceoffering a unique mix of small animal and exotics work in beautiful Norfolk. With modern, purpose-built facilities and a highly supportive team, this is a great opportunity to expand your clinical skills—especially in exotics, with full training provided. The role offers a 4-day week with a balanced rota, varied caseload (including ~30% exotics), and no pressure to work beyond your scope. You’ll be part of a large, collaborative team with dedicated night staff ensuring excellent continuity of care. Salary £40k–£75k DOE + excellent benefits, CPD support, and career progression. Ideal for a vet with 1–2+ years’ experience looking for a rewarding and varied role.
👉Read more about this role here:Veterinary Surgeon - Exotics and Smallies
ECC Veterinary Team Leader - Australia - Up to $250k _ relocation & visa
Lead, inspire, and build something new in a purpose-built emergency and referral hospital in Melbourne’s north.This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-performing ECC team while combining hands-on clinical work with leadership. Enjoy a modern facility, strong team culture, and a lifestyle that blends semi-rural tranquillity with easy access to the city. $200k–$250k + relocation & visa support. Generous CPD + leadership development. Excellent wellbeing benefits & leave. Ideal for an experienced ECC vet ready to step into (or grow within) a leadership role and make a real impact.
👉Read more about this role here:ECC Veterinary Team Leader - Be part of something exciting!
Head Veterinary Surgeon - West London - From £75,000
Lead a brand-new, purpose-built practice in West Londonfrom day one. This is a rare opportunity to take full clinical ownership, build your own team, and shape the future of the surgery. Enjoy a 4-day week, strong benefits, and the chance to combine hands-on clinical work with true leadership and influence. Ideal for an experienced vet ready to step up, inspire a team, and create something exceptional.
👉Read more about this role here:Head Veterinary Surgeon - new independent practice
Veterinary Surgeon – Manchester - Up to £65,000
Join afriendly, well-equipped practice just 30 minutes from Manchester city centre. Work alongside a highly skilled team with a varied caseload and a strong focus on gold-standard care. Enjoy flexible working (no fixed rota), 1 in 5 Saturdays, built-in admin time, and excellent support for CPD and career growth. Ideal for a vet with 4+ years’ experience looking for a collaborative, progressive environment.
👉 Read more about this role here:Veterinary Surgeon - No set rota!
Veterinary Surgeon – West London - Up to £70,000
Join abrand-new, state-of-the-art veterinary surgery in West Londonand help build it from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to shape clinical standards, team culture, and patient care from day one. Work in a modern, purpose-built facility with excellent facilities, supportive colleagues, and a strong focus on quality care and work-life balance. £50k–£70k DOE | 4-day week | 1 in 4 weekends. CPD, leadership training & career development. 25 days holiday + bank holidays + great benefits. Ideal for an experienced vet (3+ years) ready to step into a key clinical role and help create something new and impactful.
👉Find out more here:Veterinary Surgeon - new independent practice
Head Veterinary Nurse – West London - From £34,000
Join abrand-new veterinary surgeryand lead the nursing team from day one. This is a rare opportunity to shape standards, build a team, and influence how nursing care is delivered from the ground up. Take ownership of nurse clinics, inpatient care, theatre standards, and team development, while promoting full use of nursing skills and a positive, collaborative culture. Full-time (39 hrs/week)1 in 4 weekends. CPD support, funded fees & development opportunities. 20 days holiday + bank holidays + great wellbeing support
👉Find out more here:Head Veterinary Nurse - new practice - shape your future
RVN – Essex - Up to £35,000
Join anaward-winning, independent practiceknown for its warm, supportive team culture and outstanding patient care. This is a close-knit environment where every voice is valued and every day feels welcoming and rewarding. Enjoy a 38-hour week, 1:6 Saturday mornings, a fixed weekday off, and a strong benefits package including CPD support, fees covered, wellbeing programme, and staff discounts. £31,000–£35,000 DOE. Ideal for a kind, motivated RVN or Senior RVN looking to be part of a genuinely supportive, community-focused team.
👉Find out more here:Veterinary Nurse - thoughtful and caring practice
You must be registered or eligible to register with the RCVS to apply for any of the clinical positions. SeeRegistration - Professionalsto check
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