Veterinary Surgeon - Biggleswade
Posting date: | 16 September 2025 |
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Salary: | £40,000 to £60,000 per year |
Hours: | Full time |
Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
Location: | SG18 |
Remote working: | On-site only |
Company: | Purosearch |
Job type: | Permanent |
Job reference: | JOB-55151-20726 |
Summary
Veterinary Surgeon – Bedfordshire
• Modern, well-equipped practice: Separate dog and cat waiting areas, fully equipped theatre, x-ray suite, ultrasound, and dedicated staff room
• All-round GP Vet role: Opportunities to manage your own cases across medicine and surgery within a supportive team environment
• Flexible working pattern: 40 hours over 4 days (Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri) plus 1 in 3 Saturday rota
• Comprehensive benefits package: Competitive salary (£40k–£60k DOE), private medical insurance, CPD allowance, sabbatical, and more
• Vibrant location: Situated in a popular market town in Bedfordshire with excellent amenities, transport links, and a strong local community
A thriving, well-equipped veterinary practice in Bedfordshire is looking for a confident and skilled Veterinary Surgeon to join their dynamic team. The practice boasts modern facilities designed to deliver exceptional patient care, including separate waiting areas for dogs and cats, two consultation rooms, a fully equipped theatre, an x-ray suite, and an ultrasound machine. A dedicated staff room provides a comfortable space for the team to recharge and connect, fostering a supportive and collaborative working environment.
The ideal candidate will be an all-round GP Vet with strong skills in both medicine and surgery, confident in managing their own cases while working as part of a supportive team. Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues is at the heart of this practice, and the successful applicant will share the team’s values of trust, care, and progress.
Position Details
• Full-time role: 40 hours over 4 days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
• 1 in 3 Saturday rota
Location
Situated in a vibrant market town in Central Bedfordshire, the practice is surrounded by a bustling high street with independent shops, cafes, pubs, restaurants, and national high street names. Excellent transport links, local amenities, and a welcoming community make this an ideal place to live and work.
Key Benefits
• Competitive salary: £40,000–£60,000 per year (DOE)
• Private medical insurance and health cash plan from day one
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 6 weeks with service
• Additional ‘Day for You’ paid leave
• £1,500 annual CPD allowance + 3 days paid leave
• Internal CPD, funded certificate opportunities, and clinical communities access
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical opportunities based on length of service
• Cycle to work scheme
• Staff discounts
• Support for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship and relocation
Role Responsibilities
• Deliver outstanding clinical care to patients during consultations and procedures
• Provide clear updates and exceptional service to clients
• Maintain the highest standards of professional, regulatory, and operational compliance
• Prepare accurate, tailored treatment and care plans for each patient
• Mentor and develop the team, maximising their skills and effectiveness
• Ensure smooth clinical handover and transfer of patients requiring out-of-hours or enhanced care
Required Skills and Experience
• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Proven experience delivering exceptional patient and client care
• Strong team player with clinical leadership experience
• Experience fostering a progressive clinical culture
• Ability to support nurse consults and schedule 3 procedures to enhance clinic efficiency
• Skilled in coaching and influencing colleagues to achieve the best outcomes
This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and compassionate Veterinary Surgeon to grow in a modern, supportive, and progressive practice, with excellent benefits and a vibrant local community.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email to w.kovach-ward@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: JOB-55151