Veterinary Surgeon - Bedford
| Posting date: | 09 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £35,000 to £70,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 March 2026 |
| Location: | MK41 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-55347-207268 |
Summary
Veterinary Surgeon – Bedford
Location: Bedford, UK
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE
Schedule: 4 days/week | 1 in 4 Friday night in-patient care | 1 in 4 Saturdays (same weekend as Friday)
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time considered
Purovets is proud to partner with an independent, multi-site small animal hospital in Bedford, home to around 50 dedicated staff. We are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a practice offering a diverse caseload, including exotics, supported by modern facilities and a collaborative, learning-focused environment.
Why Join This Practice?
Diverse caseload: Strong in medicine, emergency & critical care (ECC), soft tissue surgery, and laparoscopic spays.
Professional growth: Approved Veterinary Nurse Training Practice, Vetsure Graduate Friendly, and multiple experienced VetGDP Advisors on site.
Learning culture: Several vets hold Advanced Practitioner certificates in Cardiology, Diagnostic Imaging, and Small Animal Medicine. CPD and further qualifications encouraged and supported.
Work-life balance: 4-day week, emergency OOHs covered externally, supportive rota system.
Mentorship and support: Ideal for new graduates, vets developing GP skills, or those pursuing specialist certificates.
Role Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality veterinary care across a range of species
Participate in surgical procedures, including soft tissue and laparoscopic operations
Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure continuity of care
Support and mentor junior team members where appropriate
Benefits
CPD allowance: £1,500 for 5 days
Annual leave: 28 days including Bank Holidays, plus 1 additional day for every 2 years worked (up to 5 extra days)
Professional fees: RCVS & VDS covered
Healthcare & wellbeing: BUPA Health Insurance, staff discounts, contributions toward gym membership and pet insurance
Pension scheme
Location
Based in the historic county town of Bedford, the hospital offers excellent road and rail connections to London, Cambridge, and the North, while being close to beautiful countryside.
This is an exciting opportunity for Veterinary Surgeons seeking a supportive, innovative, and well-equipped small animal practice to grow their skills while maintaining a balanced lifestyle.
Apply today and join a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous professional development.
For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email me at 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: JOB-55347