We are delighted to offer an opportunity for an experienced farm animal veterinary surgeon to join our expanding, independent, multi-centre practice. With three centres and a team of 16 farm vets — including multiple certificate and diploma holders — we provide a supportive, forward-thinking environment where high clinical standards, professional development and job satisfaction are genuinely valued.
Based in North Cumbria, with the Lake District National Park right on our doorstep, this role offers an excellent quality of life alongside a stimulating and varied farm animal caseload.
The Role
You will work closely with a progressive and motivated client base, delivering proactive, modern farm veterinary services. Our caseload includes a strong dairy focus alongside progressive beef and sheep enterprises, supported by active calf health and flock health clubs.
We pride ourselves on offering more than reactive veterinary care. Our services include structured herd and flock health planning, advanced breeding services, abdominal laparoscopic surgery, VetTech services (including an in-house foot trimmer), farmer training initiatives and overseas farm consultancy work.
Vets are actively encouraged to pursue and develop their own clinical or consultancy interests, with excellent support for CPD, certificates and further qualifications from experienced certificate and diploma holders within the team.
Work–Life Balance
We believe a sustainable career depends on balance. The role offers:
- A quiet out-of-hours rota (currently 1 in 7)
- A 4.5-day working week as standard
- Flexible working patterns possible
- Time off in lieu for overtime (when not on call)
- 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays
We are a friendly, close-knit team with a low staff turnover and a strong focus on creating an enjoyable and supportive working environment.
About You
Ideally, you will have:
- At least 2 years’ experience in farm animal practice
- A proactive, team-focused approach
- An interest in delivering high-quality, progressive farm veterinary care
- A desire to continue developing clinically and professionally
What We Offer
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
- Structured mentoring programme
- RCVS membership funded
- BVA membership plus one additional professional membership funded
- Company vehicle
- Employee assistance programme
- Membership of Vetsalus
If you are an experienced farm animal vet looking to join a progressive, supportive practice where you can build a long-term and fulfilling career while enjoying an outstanding lifestyle, we would love to hear from you.
If you would like any further information on this role please contact Phil on 01228 710208.
To apply please send your CV and covering letter to [email protected]
