Job Description
About the Practice
Our growing Stoke Festival Park veterinary practice is seeking passionate veterinarians to join our dedicated team. With a focus on high-quality, compassionate care, we pride ourselves on supporting pets, their families, and our staff in a collaborative, friendly environment.
We welcome applications from experienced veterinarians looking to mentor and lead, as well as new graduates seeking their first professional role.
Our practice team includes:
- 2 Veterinarians
- 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
- 2 Student Veterinary Nurses (SVNs)
- 4 Receptionists
We are particularly keen to support veterinarians with a special interest in exotics, offering the necessary equipment and resources to pursue this area of practice.
Role Overview
As a veterinarian at Stoke Festival Park, you will:
- Provide clinical care to a variety of companion animals, including exotic pets if desired.
- Support practice growth initiatives and contribute ideas for service development.
- Benefit from 15-minute consultations with additional scheduled time for paperwork, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.
- Collaborate closely with a friendly, experienced team to deliver gold-standard patient care.
- Participate in mentorship and CPD opportunities, with financial support for professional development and certification courses.
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
- No out-of-hours (OOH) commitments and minimal weekend cover.
- Flexible scheduling to accommodate part-time or full-time work.
- Time built into your rota for documentation and administrative tasks to ensure timely departures.
- 28 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years’ service, including bank holidays.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and flexible rota
- CPD allowance: Minimum £1,500 (FTE) + 5 paid study days per year
- Support for certificate qualifications
- Enhanced employer pension scheme: 6.5% employer / 2.5% employee
- Private healthcare with small contribution fee
- In-house career development and partnership opportunities
- Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BVA, etc.)
- Access to employee discounts via the Reward Hub, including 20% at Vets4Pets, Pets at Home, and Groom Room
- Visa sponsorship available for eligible candidates (A+ rated sponsor)
Location & Community
Stoke-on-Trent offers excellent connectivity via M6 and A500, making it easy to commute from surrounding towns and cities. The Peak District is a short drive away, ideal for outdoor activities. Our practice is located on Festival Heights Retail Park, with access to local amenities and public transport.
Our Values & Culture
We embrace diversity and inclusion, striving to remove barriers and create opportunities for all team members. We value:
- Collaboration and supportive teamwork
- Innovation and enthusiasm for practice development
- Commitment to pet welfare and exceptional client service
- Recognition and celebration of different backgrounds and perspectives
If your skills and passion align with our mission, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn’t match every requirement.
How to Apply
- For further information or to submit your application.
- Applications are usually responded to within 1 working day.