Veterinary Surgeon - 30 minutes from Manchester City Centre

Location Manchester
Discipline: Small Animal Vet, Veterinary Surgeons
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £90,000
Contact name: Nicola Graham

Contact email: nicola@lloydandcowan.com
Job ref: 1158
Published: 10 days ago

Are you an experienced and passionate veterinary surgeon looking for a new opportunity to grow your career?

This role offers the perfect blend of flexibility, professional development, and a supportive team environment. You’ll be working in a thriving, community-focused practice with a large and loyal client base.

Located in Middleton, North Manchester, the practice offers easy access to the city centre while being close to scenic countryside locations like Heaton Park and Alkrington Nature Reserve. The area is well-connected by public transport and major commuting routes, including the M60.

About the Practice

This independently-run practice has a close-knit, collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional care. The clinic is fully equipped for both routine and advanced procedures, including orthopaedics and soft tissue surgeries such as thyroidectomy, reconstructive surgery, and cystotomy. Facilities include:

  • Dedicated in-house laboratory

  • Digital X-ray machine

  • Dental equipment

  • Ultrasound machine

The team includes a vet, Head RVN, SVN, VCAs, a practice manager, and reception staff, ensuring you have the support you need to excel. CPD and certifications are actively encouraged to help you achieve your career goals.

About You

We are seeking a veterinary surgeon with experience in consultations and surgery. A surgical bias is welcomed, but those with other interests are encouraged to apply. The role will require occasional sole charge, so confidence and enthusiasm for providing excellent client and patient care are essential.

Benefits

  • Salary up to £90,000 per year (DOE, FTE) 

  • Generous CPD allowance with 5 days’ paid CPD leave annually

  • Certificate support and funding available

  • Flexible working options

  • 6% employer pension contribution

  • Excellent holiday allowance

  • RCVS fees, VDS insurance, and BSAVA membership paid

  • No OOH, Sundays, or bank holiday work

  • Colleague discounts

  • Work-life balance: Saturday mornings (9 am to 12 pm) on rotation, but flexibility to create a role that suits your lifestyle


This role offers a unique opportunity to shape your career in a supportive environment. Submit your application today via Apply or send your CV to nicola@lloydandcowan.com

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