Small Animal Practice in Somerset
Salary up to £65,000 DOE

Lacey’s client, a well-established and busy small animal practice in Somerset, is seeking a skilled and personable Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly and experienced team.

If you are passionate about treating every pet as if it were your own and want to work in a practice that genuinely prioritises patient care, this could be an excellent opportunity.

About the Practice

The practice is locally owned and forms part of a small group of sister surgeries within Somerset. The team is stable and supportive, with most colleagues having been in post for over five years.

You will be working alongside experienced vets and a dedicated nursing and client care team, including:

3 Registered Veterinary Nurses
1 Veterinary Care Assistant
2 Receptionists

The surgery itself is modern, bright and well-equipped, situated within a thriving retail environment. Facilities include:

3 consult rooms
Dedicated theatre
Separate cat and dog isolation wards
Designated colleague office and kitchen space

The Role

This is a varied GP role within a busy first-opinion setting, offering a broad caseload across small animal medicine and surgery.

The team benefits from:

Structured diary management
15-minute consultations as standard (longer when required)
Regular team catch-ups
Ongoing clinical discussion and support

The successful candidate will:

Be confident across routine small animal medicine and surgery
Be comfortable with sole charge one day per week and during weekends
Build strong, lasting client relationships
Thrive within a collaborative and supportive team

The position is full time, although part-time applications will be considered. The rota includes 1 in 4 weekends.

Salary & Benefits

£40,000 – £65,000 DOE (FTE)
Contributory pension scheme
Generous holiday allowance, increasing with service
Dedicated CPD allowance, including certificate funding
Paid professional memberships
Exclusive company discounts and additional benefits

Based in the charming town of Street, Somerset, the practice benefits from excellent local amenities, strong transport links and easy access to surrounding towns and countryside.

For a confidential discussion or further details, please get in touch.

Position Closed

Veterinary Surgeon job vacancy in Somerset