Are you looking for a role that will let you follow your interests paying up to £70,000 (FTE, DOE) with a Welcome Bonus of up to £5000 and relocation support if needed?

• This is a great opportunity to join our Stoke Festival Park practice who are looking to make some very exciting changes
• If you have a special interest in exotics this practice could be perfect as the nursing team are extremely driven to increase this in practice and any special equipment required can be brought into practice
• This role is ideally for full time, but part time and flexible hours can be considered offering you a true work life balance
• You would join a lovely, experienced team
• There is no OOH and weekend cover is minimal
• We build time into your rota to allow you the opportunity to complete paperwork so that you can get home on time!
• There is a generous welcome bonus of £5000 and a relocation package is available to direct applicants only
• 28 days holiday increasing to 33 after two years' service, this is inclusive of bank holidays.
• CPD is encouraged and we offer a minimum allowance of £1500 (FTE) plus 5 paid days off to attend or study per year. Certificates can also be supported.
• Enhanced employer contributory pension scheme, 6.5% employer and 2.5% employee.

About us:Our caring and supportive practice is led by dedicated partners Cat and Craig, who bring a combined 38 years of veterinary experience, with the last 10 years dedicated to running this practice. Join our growing practice and become a valued member of our team, which consists of:

• 2 Vets
• 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• 2 Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs)
• 4 Receptionists

Gold standard patient care is important to us so If you would like to pursue a special interest and embark on a certificate we would fully support and fund this.Stoke-on-Trent, nestled in the heart of Staffordshire, is just off the M6, about an hour south of Manchester and an hour north of Birmingham. If you love the countryside, the Peak District is a short drive away, offering ideal spots for day hikes through historical towns. Our practice is located on Festival Heights retail park on the northern outskirts of Stoke city centre, close to local amenities and public transport links. Conveniently, we are near the A500, which connects the city to the M6, making it an excellent location for commuting from nearby towns and cities.Work-Life Balance:We value the work-life balance of our team members. Therefore, we offer flexible working hours to accommodate your needs, whether you require part-time hours due to childcare commitments or prefer full-time work. There are no out-of-hours (OOH) requirements, and weekend coverage is minimal, as our partner Cat usually handles weekends.Your Role:We are ideally looking for an experienced veterinary surgeon who is confident in handling cases independently and can support other vets while developing their caseload. Our new vet would ideally be experienced and passionate about mentoring and developing the younger generation of vets as we are a training practice and welcome student vets that are on placement.We offer 15-minute consults, with additional time built into your schedule to manage paperwork and to catch up on your notes, ensuring you get to go home on time. We're always open to new ideas that will drive us forward, so we're looking for a vet who will bring positive enthusiasm to help push our growth. With the support and guidance of an experienced team, your voice is always heard at Stoke festival park.Benefits:

• A salary up to £70,000 DOE (or higher for a candidate with a certificate or lead vet experience)
• A generous welcome bonus of £5000 and a relocation package is available to direct applicants only .
• 28 days holiday increasing to 33 after two years' service, this is inclusive of bank holidays.
• No OOH and a negotiable rota to help work-life balance
• CPD is encouraged and we offer a minimum allowance of £1500 (FTE) plus 5 paid days off to attend or study per year.
• Certificates can be supported so have a chat with us
• Enhanced employer contributory pension scheme, 6.5% employer and 2.5% employee.
• Private health care with a small contribution fee.
• In-house career development opportunity
• Partnership opportunities for the right person
• Paid membership fees RVCS/BVA etc
• Access to the reward hub which has colleague discounts
• 20% discount at Vets4Pets, Pets at Home and the Groom Room.
• Visa sponsorship if needed (we're an A+ rated sponsor).

If you would like to find out more about this position or to apply, please contact Rach at and someone will get back to you in 1 working day Successful applications received via an agency will not be eligible for the welcome bonusLocation: ST1 5NZ Pets just see people. They aren't biased and they don't discriminate. We take our inspiration from pets, and we value and respect difference in all its forms. Our aim is to reflect the diversity of the communities we operate in, and every colleague can help us achieve this. We encourage our people to be themselves so even if your skills and experience don't perfectly align, if you think you can make a unique contribution through your values and behaviours, we want to hear from you!