Veterinary Surgeon - Cumbria
| Posting date: | 08 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £45,000 to £72,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 January 2026 |
| Location: | Cumbria |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-46258-207264 |
Summary
Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon | Award-Winning Independent Practice | Cumbria
• Four-day working week with protected admin time and a genuine focus on work–life balance
• Award-winning independent practice offering autonomy, flexibility, and a strong clinical ethos
• Excellent clinical support from certificate holders and access to advanced, purpose-built facilities
• Competitive salary package (£45,000–£72,000 DOE) with generous CPD and benefits
• Outstanding Lake District location with exceptional lifestyle and outdoor opportunities
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a highly regarded, award-winning independent practice in Cumbria. A cornerstone of the local community since the 1920s, the practice is renowned for delivering outstanding clinical care within a genuinely supportive, collaborative environment. With an average team tenure of 11 years, the culture is welcoming, stable, and focused on helping every individual thrive.
The practice operates from purpose-built facilities and is equipped with an impressive range of modern technology, including video endoscopy, high-resolution ultrasound, a Class IV laser, Tonovet tonometer, and dental radiography. This enables the team to deliver a wide range of advanced in-house and referral-level services. Veterinary surgeons at all career stages are encouraged to apply, with a strong emphasis on mentorship, case collaboration, and continuing professional development.
The clinical team benefits from the expertise of certificate holders in surgery, medicine, emergency and critical care, cardiology, diagnostic imaging, and exotics, creating an environment where clinical discussion and support are part of everyday practice. Regular clinical meetings balance professional learning with team connection, reinforcing a culture of progression and shared success.
With a team of around 90 colleagues, the social calendar is just as vibrant as the clinical environment. From organised dog walks and social evenings to a much-loved wild swimming group and celebratory summer events, the team places real value on connection, wellbeing, and recognising achievements.
Located in the heart of Cumbria, the role offers more than a rewarding career. Surrounded by the Lake District, the area provides unparalleled access to outdoor living, including hiking, water sports, climbing, and cycling — offering a true work-life balance within one of the UK’s most beautiful regions.
The Rota
• Four-day working week (8:30am – 6:30pm) with a balanced mix of consulting and surgical time and protected time for administration
• Last consultation scheduled at 5:45pm to support timely finishes
• One night on call every three weeks
• One in five weekends (including Saturday and Sunday consults, plus one on-call night)
• Dedicated RVN support until 10:30pm for triage and inpatient care, with additional overnight on-call nursing support
• Time off in lieu provided: half-day following a night on call and a full day off after a weekend on call
Benefits Package
• 6.3 weeks of annual leave including bank holidays
• Competitive salary of £45,000 – £72,000, dependent on experience
• Accommodation available if required
• Generous CPD allowance
• RCVS, VDS and one additional professional membership covered
• Private health insurance
• Employee discount programmes
• Pension scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Regular team social events
• And more
How to Apply
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@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-46258