Veterinary Surgeon - Stockport


Company:	Purosearch
Salary:	£45,000 - £65,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	STOCKPORT
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	23 Jul 2026
Closing date:	22 Aug 2026

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Summary

Veterinary Surgeon – Stockport, Cheshire

Salary: From £45,000 DOE + Excellent Benefits

Why Join?

• Average 4-day working week with weekends paid back as time off in lieu

• Tier 3 hospital with an in-house referral and dedicated OOH team – no on-call

• Varied first opinion and inpatient caseload with access to CT and visiting MRI

• Generous CPD and certificate funding with excellent career development

• Supportive, progressive 7-branch practice close to Manchester and the Peak District

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established seven-branch practice in Stockport. The role offers a varied mix of consultations, surgery and inpatient care, supported by a Tier 3 hospital and an experienced multidisciplinary team.

With access to advanced facilities including CT, visiting MRI and referral support, this is an excellent opportunity for a vet looking to broaden their clinical skills while delivering outstanding patient care. Some sole charge will be required, so previous UK practice experience is essential.

What We're Looking For

• MRCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon

• 3+ years' UK small animal experience

• Confident with routine consultations, surgery and occasional sole charge

• Strong communication and teamwork skills

• Passion for high-quality patient care and continued development

The Rota

• Average 4-day working week

• Shared weekend rota with time off in lieu

• No on-call

• Flexible working considered

• Dedicated OOH and supportive management team

Benefits

• Competitive salary from £45,000 DOE

• Five weeks' annual leave

• Professional memberships paid

• Generous CPD allowance

• Certificate funding and support

• Pension scheme

• Private medical insurance

• Paid VDS cover

• Employee discounts and Cycle to Work scheme

• Enhanced family-friendly policies and wellbeing support

If you're an experienced Veterinary Surgeon looking to join a progressive practice with advanced facilities, an excellent caseload and genuine opportunities for career progression, this is a fantastic opportunity in Stockport, Cheshire.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email l.thorpe@purovets.com

You can also WhatsApp us at WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.

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-59087

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