Veterinary Surgeon – Swindon – Expanding Practice

Company: Chattyvets
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Location: Swindon
Job Description:

Veterinary Surgeon | Swindon | Full-Time

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Veterinary Surgeon to join a successful and growing small animal practice in Swindon.

We are primarily seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with 2+ years of UK postgraduate experience, although we would also be interested in speaking with more experienced candidates who may be considering a Head Vet position.

The Practice

This is a busy first-opinion small animal practice with an experienced clinical team comprising 9 Veterinary Surgeons,12 Registered Veterinary Nurses plus support staff.

The Role

This is a full-time position with a four-day working week and a strong emphasis on maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Key details include:

  • 40 hours contracted per week over 4 days
  • Varied shift optionsfrom 7 to 12 hours
  • 1 in 4 Saturdays (9am-2pm)
  • No out-of-hours commitments
  • No sole charge

The role will involve a mix of consultations and surgery howeverpractice is happy to offer flexibility depending on clinical interests, making this an excellent opportunity for candidates with a stronger bias towards either consulting or surgical work.

Candidate Requirements

The successful candidate will:

  • Have at least 2 years’ UK veterinary experience post-graduation
  • Be confident working within a first-opinion practice environment
  • Enjoy working as part of a larger team
  • Deliver high standards of patient and client care
  • Possess strong communication and teamwork skills

Package & Benefits

  • Salary from £44,000 to £68,000 dependent on experience
  • 5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays
  • £1,600 CPD allowance
  • 5 days paid CPD leave
  • Certificate funding and support
  • Excellent team environment
  • No OOH
  • No sole charge
  • Potential progression opportunities for experienced candidates

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Posted: August 16th, 2026