Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal | Greater Manchester
Up to £65,000 DOE | 4-day week | No OOH | Great for couples or job-share
Looking to take the next step in your veterinary career within a friendly, clinically driven team? This practice in Wigan is currently recruiting two experienced small animal vets and is open to a variety of arrangements—whether you're seeking a full-time role, a job share, or relocating with a friend or partner.
Set in a great location with strong connections to Manchester, Liverpool, and the Lake District, this opportunity offers a mix of clinical autonomy, professional support, and true work-life balance.
The Role
You’ll be part of a well-equipped, high-standard first opinion team supported by certificate holders and a wider group of clinicians across multiple sites. The position will suit confident all-rounders comfortable with routine consults and surgeries, and open to working sole charge at times.
What You’ll Find Here
A collaborative, case-discussion focused team
Genuine flexibility and openness to different working patterns
Commitment to clinical standards, CPD, and growing individual interests
A supportive environment with Advanced Practitioners in various disciplines
Who We’re Looking For
Vets with at least 1–2 years of UK small animal experience
Confident in routine surgery and consults
Comfortable working sole charge when required
Keen to contribute to a growing, progressive practice
The Offer
Salary up to £65,000 DOE (higher for cert holders)
4-day working week
1 in 4 Saturdays (no Sundays or OOH)
5 weeks holiday + bank holidays
Funded CPD + support for certificates
VDS and RCVS fees paid
Enhanced parental leave & wellbeing support
Relocation support available
Wide range of benefits including pet discount, cycle to work, and bonus schemes
Whether you’re applying solo or with a fellow vet, this is a great chance to join a strong, values-led team and shape your future.
Interested? To apply or learn more, contact Sophie at sophie@lloydandcowan.com for a confidential chat. Get in touch by calling or Whatsapping Sophie on +447519119233 or email a CV to sophie@lloydandcowan.com.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8706 0107. If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.
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