Veterinary Surgeon

Ref:  36152
Contracted Hours:  40
Custom Field 4: 
Job Type:  Permanent
Location: 

Handforth, LIV, SK9 3RN

Description: 

Are you looking to join a practice that is passionate about supporting colleagues to achieve their career goals whilst also supporting their well-being?  

  • As a growing practice we are always open to speaking to veterinary talent in the local area on how we can support you in your next role
  • We can be flexible with rota so can consider full and part time hours to help fit around your other commitments
  • The role will include 1 in 3 Saturdays
  • We offer £1500 CPD allowance but can discuss options for supporting Certificates and other qualifications
  • You will be supported by a very experienced team which allow the days to run as smoothly as possible
  • Excellent rates of pay paying up to £65,000 (DOE, FTE) 

About us:

Aintree vets for pets is owned and run locally by Antonio, Elena and Dimitrios, they have a fantastic and experienced team made up of 4 experienced vets,  1 Head Nurse, 2 VCAs and a dedicated reception team ensuring that you have everything you need to provide the best possible care to our wonderful clients and their pets.  

Between the team there are a high number of qualifications and certificates, so you’ll have great mentors around you to learn from and plenty of assistance if needed. 

We are based on the Racecourse Retail Park inside the Pets At Home store, at the heart of the local community. Our practice provides excellent facilities giving you access to all the equipment and space you need to care for your patients. We are in a great location with ample parking and great access to local amenities, providing a great variation for those important lunch breaks!

The Role:

As a growing practice we are always interested in hearing from local talent interested in working with us, because everyone is at different stages in their veterinary career, we are open to speak to anyone. So, if you are an experienced vet looking to progress your career we can support further study or looking for a practice where you can mentor and support younger colleagues or a new graduate looking for their first role in a vet practice please talk to us.
  
We offer a very competitive package including but not limited to:

  • 5.6 weeks holiday (increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years service)
  • Visa sponsorship
  • Paid memberships (BVA, RCVS and VDS)
  • Generous CPD allowance
  • Exclusive discounts across the ‘Pets’ group and a wide selection of high street retailers via Our reward Hub

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, please contact Rachael on northvet@vets4pets.com and someone will get back to you within 1 working day 

Our team would also be happy to have an informal chat with anyone considering this role.  If you’re based further afield, we would be happy to arrange a phone or video call to begin with.

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!

Business Unit:  Vet Group
Date:  9 Dec 2025