Vet Surgeon - Meet the new owners! paying up to £65,000

Looking to join a practice with new owners and fresh ideas? Do you enjoy surgery and would like more involvement in a role paying up to £65,000 (FTE, DOE) 

• This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced vet to take that next step and assist the practice owners in leading the other vets
• You will join our fantastic practice which has relocating to a new location allowing it to double in size offering fantastic facilities including a CT scanner rehabilitation centre with hydrotherapy and physiotherapy
• This is ideally full time but if you are looking for part time or a more flexible option please do get in touch as we are happy to discuss this 
• This will include 1 in 4 Saturdays – 9am till 12pm
• Your development will be highly encouraged with CPD and certificates supported 
• No OOH, Sundays or Bank holidays! 
• Fantastic pay up to £65,000 depending on your experience 

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated and supportive team at Longton Vets For Pets. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who values high standards of patient care, teamwork, and professional development.

About Us
At Longton Vets For Pets, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding veterinary care within a friendly, professional environment. Our modern, well-equipped practice includes digital radiography, ultrasound, in-house laboratory facilities, and dedicated surgical and dental suites. We have a CT scanner and take external referrals for this. Our team is complimented by our own physiotherapist who runs our rehabilitation department, which includes an underwater treadmill.   You’ll be supported by an experienced nursing team and approachable management who encourage open communication and continuous improvement.

We are proud of our strong community reputation and the trust our clients place in us. We value collaboration, kindness, and clinical excellence in equal measure, and we strive to create a workplace where every team member feels appreciated and supported.

The Role Offers:

• Salary up to £65,000, commensurate with experience
• Flexible working options – full or part time hours considered
• No out-of-hours or on-call duties
• Protected time for case follow-ups or phone calls
• Dedicated lunch breaks that actually happen
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate study encouraged and supported by someone who has already done one!
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, VDS, and one other of your choice)
• A positive, collaborative working environment. We back each other in consults, celebrate the wins and eat cake when we have had a tough day (or any day really!)

Candidate Requirements:

• A confident veterinary surgeon with at least 5 years’ experience in both consultations and routine surgery
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to excellent patient care and client service

Relocation to Stoke-on-Trent
Stoke-on-Trent offers an excellent quality of life, combining affordable housing and a lower cost of living with access to beautiful countryside. The area sits between the Peak District and the Cheshire plains, making it ideal for outdoor pursuits, while maintaining easy transport links to Manchester, Birmingham, and London. The city itself has a welcoming community, good schools, and a growing arts, leisure, and dining scene.

If you are seeking a role where your clinical input is valued and work-life balance is respected, we would be delighted to hear from you.

For further information please email Jane.Oakley@VetsforPets.com or contact Rach on northvet@vets4pets.com and someone will get back to you within 1 working day 

Location: ST3 2JD

We take our inspiration from pets in embracing people from all walks of life, and we value, respect and celebrate difference. We encourage our people to be their best selves so that we can create a better world for Pets, our Planet, and People. Our ambition is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and we are intentional in addressing and removing barriers to create opportunities for the exceptional talent and potential in our communities. Even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!