Current vacancies at XLVet practices
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Farm Animal Clinician Opportunity at Paragon Veterinary Group
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Paragon is seeking an experienced farm animal clinician to join their expanding team. As part of a four-centre multidisciplinary independent practice, the team includes 16 farm vets, many of whom hold certificates and diplomas.
Located in North Cumbria, the practice benefits from proximity to the Lake District National Park, offering ample opportunities to enjoy the area's natural beauty. The organisation promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a 1 in 7 out-of-hours rota, a standard 4.5-day working week, time in lieu for overtime (when not on call), and five weeks of annual leave plus bank holidays.
Paragon prides itself on being a friendly and supportive team with low staff turnover and a strong emphasis on job satisfaction. They work closely with progressive, proactive, and motivated clients, maintaining a strong dairy client base and servicing forward-thinking beef and sheep farms. The practice supports active flock health and calf health clubs and encourages clinicians to pursue specific areas of interest, offering a wide range of options.
The team is committed to delivering high standards of service through proactive health planning, utilising advanced tools and software. Additional services include abdominal laparoscopic surgery, VetTech services with an in-house foot trimmer, farmer training, and an advanced breeding department. They also provide overseas farm consultancy. Continuing professional development (CPD), specialist interests, and further qualifications are strongly encouraged and supported by certificate and diploma holders.
The ideal candidate will have at least two years of farm animal clinical experience.
Other information:
Private medical insurance
Enhanced maternity/paternity package
Mentoring programme
RCVS membership
BVA membership plus one other membership funded
Employee assistance programme
Company vehicle
Member of Vetsalus
If you would like any further information on this role please contact Phil on 01228 710208.
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New Vacancy for an Experienced Farm Vet at Tyndale Vets, Gloucestershire
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Tyndale Vets is seeking an enthusiastic and professional veterinary surgeon to join its growing team on a permanent basis. This opportunity has arisen due to parental leave, and the practice is keen to welcome someone who will become a valued long-term member of the team.
Whether recently qualified or bringing a few years of experience, the ideal candidate will be passionate about delivering high-quality care and contributing positively to the practice culture. Tyndale Vets would love to hear from individuals ready to take the next step in their veterinary career.
About Tyndale Vets
Located in the picturesque Gloucestershire countryside near Berkeley, Tyndale Vets is a proudly independent, farm-only veterinary practice. The team comprises 35 lively and supportive members, including 12 vets and 6 dedicated TB testers.
As active members of the XLVets community, Tyndale Vets also operates a cutting-edge bovine IVF and embryo transfer facility and serves as a teaching practice for veterinary students from both Bristol and Nottingham universities. The practice is committed to delivering forward-thinking, practical veterinary care.
At the heart of the practice is a spacious communal vets’ office a hub for sharing ideas, discussing cases, and unwinding after a busy day. Tyndale Vets places strong emphasis on teamwork, initiative, and a good sense of humour, with people at the centre of everything they do. The practice is growing, busy, and genuinely passionate about its work.
About You
Tyndale Vets is seeking a proactive veterinary surgeon with a strong commitment to working with farms and farmers. The ideal candidate will value clinical freedom and be encouraged to pursue their own areas of interest, innovation is welcomed and supported within the team.
The role offers a diverse and engaging caseload, including dairy (cattle and goat), beef, sheep, camelids, deer, and smallholders. While a willingness to work across all these species is essential, the practice is committed to shaping the role around the individual’s particular strengths and interests.
A full-time position is preferred, with flexibility offered through either a 4.5-day week or a 9-day fortnight. However, alternative working arrangements can be discussed for the right candidate.
About the Role
Tyndale Vets offers a friendly and supportive team environment, with directors who are actively involved in both the clinical workload and the day-to-day running of the practice. Collaboration is central to the team’s approach, with vets working closely together and sharing advice, case discussions, and even traffic updates via an active WhatsApp group.
Regular clinical club meetings are held to encourage continuous learning, and CPD is both supported and funded. Many team members are currently working towards certificates, reflecting the practice’s commitment to professional development.
On-call duties are shared on a 1-in-5 rota, alternating between first and second on-call, with two vets available each evening and weekend to help manage the workload. There is always a colleague or director available for backup, ensuring support is never far away.
Tyndale Vets aims to provide a professional and enjoyable working environment where every team member has the opportunity to thrive.
What You'll Get
A competitive salary
Company phone or phone allowance
Company car or mileage allowance
Enhanced parental leave and sick pay
5 weeks holiday allowance, plus bank holidays
Staff discounts
A health perks scheme covering some routine healthcare appointments
Funded RCVS fees
5 days CPD per year with a budget of approximately £1,000
A genuinely supportive team who will value your voice and ideas
Interested?
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you think you’d be a good fit, we’d love to hear from you!
How to Apply
Send your CV and a short covering letter to rose.franklin@tyndalevets.co.uk, or give the Practice a ring for an informal chat if you have any more questions 01453 511311.