Veterinary Surgeon – A career path built around you(UK Visa Sponsorship)
Job Description
About the Practice
Hemsworth Vets for Pets is a unique, standalone veterinary practice set within a beautifully converted former fire station, providing a bright, modern, and spacious working environment. Our clinic combines exceptional clinical care with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing, offering all the tools, facilities, and support you need to practice high-quality medicine locally.
Our dedicated team works collaboratively to deliver gold-standard veterinary care to a loyal and growing client base. The practice is fully equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical facilities, allowing you to focus on delivering excellent patient care.
For more on veterinary practice standards and regulation, see: Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
and NHS Clinical Governance
Location & Lifestyle
Hemsworth is a vibrant market town with excellent transport links, including:
- Bus connections across Barnsley, Wakefield, Pontefract, and Doncaster
- Easy access to the M1 and A1, connecting to Leeds, Sheffield, and Manchester
- The surrounding Yorkshire countryside offers plenty of outdoor and family-friendly activities, from walks around Nostell Priory to leisure at Hemsworth Water Park.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Veterinary Surgeon with experience in small animal general practice who:
- Can work confidently in sole charge
- Has strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Works collaboratively and values teamwork
- Is committed to delivering the highest standards of patient care
This role offers full flexibility:
- Full-time (40 hours/week) or part-time (minimum 24 hours/week)
- Shared weekend rota
- No out-of-hours work, supporting a healthy work-life balance
Career Development
- At Hemsworth, your professional growth is actively supported. Opportunities include:
- Pursuing certificates or postgraduate qualifications RCVS CPD
- Developing leadership skills or exploring new clinical services
- Implementing ideas to improve practice workflows or expand offerings
Salary & Benefits
Financial & Work-Life Benefits
- Up to £80,000 DOE + £5,000 welcome/relocation bonus
- Fully flexible working arrangements
- Paid professional memberships (RCVS, VDS, plus one additional)
- Relocation support and visa sponsorship available
Learning & Development
- Generous CPD allowance with funded certificate support
- Structured career progression across a national network
Health & Wellbeing
- Contributory pension scheme
- Private healthcare NHS Health Services
- Counselling and mental health support
Lifestyle Perks
- Exclusive colleague discounts, including up to 30% off at Pets at Home
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme Gov.uk – Cycle to Work
- Season ticket loans
Why Hemsworth Vets for Pets?
- This isn’t a one-size-fits-all role. At Hemsworth, you’ll enjoy:
- Autonomy and responsibility in a close-knit practice
- The support, investment, and opportunities of a trusted veterinary group
- A collaborative team culture where your voice, ideas, and career ambitions are valued
We are also exploring future Practice Owners! If you have the ambition to lead a practice, benefit from instant brand recognition, and access a 600-strong network of practice owners, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply
For more on UK veterinary regulation, professional registration, and CPD, please see:
- Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons – Veterinary Standards
- RCVS CPD Requirements
- NHS Health & Safety Guidance
- UK Visas & Immigration
- Gov.uk – Cycle to Work Scheme
