Veterinary Surgeon
| Posting date: | 25 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £45,000 to £60,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 December 2025 |
| Location: | Stafford |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-55688-207261 |
Summary
Veterinary Surgeon – Stafford
• Established, respected practice: Over 30 years of trusted service across two well-equipped small animal sites
• Modern, accredited facilities: Recently refurbished premises with digital X-ray, ultrasound, dental radiography, and Cat-Friendly Silver, RWAF Silver, and iiE Green accreditation
• Balanced and flexible rota: Typically one day of surgery, one day of consults, and two mixed days — adaptable to individual preferences, with no out-of-hours
• Supportive, close-knit team: Five experienced Vets supported by dedicated nurses and client care staff, fostering teamwork, case continuity, and professional growth
• Excellent benefits and development: Salary up to £60,000 DOE, generous holiday package, relocation support, funded CPD, and enhanced family-friendly policies
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated small animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a long-established, respected practice based in Stafford. This is an ideal role for a Vet who enjoys a varied caseload, values client relationships, and is looking for a supportive environment to develop their career.
For over 30 years, the practice has been at the heart of the local community, providing trusted, high-quality care to patients across the area. Situated in attractive market towns just 50 minutes from Birmingham, the locations offer the perfect mix of countryside charm and easy city access, with West Midlands Airport only an hour away.
The recently refurbished premises provide a modern, light, and spacious working environment. The site features two glass-linked theatres and is equipped with digital radiography, a vista scanner, in-house laboratory analysers, ultrasound, and dental radiography. Both sites hold Cat-Friendly Silver status, as well as Silver RWAF and Green Investors in the Environment accreditations, reflecting the team’s commitment to excellent clinical standards and environmental responsibility.
The role offers a well-balanced rota, typically including one day of surgery, one day of consultations, and two mixed days per week. The balance can be tailored to individual preferences. There’s a 1-in-3 Saturday morning rota and no out-of-hours duties, ensuring an excellent work–life balance.
You’ll be joining a close-knit team of five experienced Vets, supported by dedicated nurses and client care staff. The practice prides itself on its collaborative culture, continuity of care, and genuine team spirit. In addition to small animal work, there’s the opportunity to see a fascinating range of wildlife and exotic species, from hedgehogs and owls to reptiles and the occasional “baby dragon”!
The ideal candidate will be confident with routine first-opinion duties and passionate about delivering outstanding care. An enthusiasm for professional development is encouraged and supported, with access to extensive internal and externally funded CPD opportunities.
What’s on offer:
• Salary up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)
• 5 weeks’ holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Relocation support
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Enhanced equal family leave
• E-car salary sacrifice scheme
• Funded CPD and career development support
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and compassionate Vet to join a progressive, well-equipped, and highly regarded practice.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email l.vasey@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
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-55688