Are you an experienced small animal vet looking to develop your career in a supportive, independent practice? At Hook Norton Veterinary Group, you’ll enjoy a varied caseload, modern hospital facilities, a dedicated night team and a collaborative environment that supports clinical freedom and professional growth. With a mix of hospital and branch work, our sites are situated in stunning locations across Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire.
About Us
Hook Norton Veterinary Group is a well‑established, trusted independent mixed practice with separate small animal, farm and equine departments, a great local reputation and a loyal client base built over many years. The practice is owned and managed by six practising Vet Directors who are fully immersed in the daily running of the business, allowing decisions to be made quickly and efficiently without all the red tape.
We’re also proud to be one of the founding members of XL Vets, a nationwide community of independent veterinary practices working together to share knowledge and support. Learn more at www.xlvets.co.uk.
Our aim is simple: to deliver the very best care for pets, horses and livestock while maintaining traditional values of compassion, professionalism and approachability.
Across the group we have over 30 vets providing round‑the‑clock care, including our main site at White Hills Surgery in Hook Norton, an RCVS Tier 3 Small Animal Hospital offering 24‑hour patient care. All departments benefit from on‑site laboratory facilities and diagnostic testing to support high‑quality clinical work.
Our Clinical Team Includes
- 19 small animal vets (4 Senior/Director level), including certificate holders and an Advanced Practitioner in Ophthalmology
- 17 Registered Veterinary Nurses, 5 Students and several Assistants
- A fully staffed in‑house laboratory, dedicated pharmacy and dispensary team
About the Role
Our small animal vets are typically based at our busy Hospital in Hook Norton, with some sole charge at our local branches. We offer a fair share of consults, ops, hospital and ambulatory shifts, all supported by our extensive nursing and reception teams.
With a large and loyal client base, you’ll enjoy a full and varied caseload, allowing you to expand your surgical and medical experience. We will support your professional development, recognise your areas of special interest, and offer mentoring from internal staff and a career pathway designed to support your long‑term goals.
We take pride in providing a high standard of care and enabling and empowering our vets to do the same. We have best‑practice protocols, but we also respect and encourage clinical freedom to formulate and carry out your own clinical plans while working alongside a progressive, open‑minded team.
Consults are 15 minutes with consideration for complex cases and administration, all supported by our dedicated SA Coordinator. Our rotas are designed to be realistic and sustainable, meaning once your shift ends you can hand over to our dedicated in‑house night team, who look after inpatients and emergencies overnight.
About You
If you’re a genuine team player who takes pride in delivering the best possible care, you’ll fit right in at Hook Norton. We’re looking for an experienced small animal vet who has completed their VetGDP and is confident in routine consultations and surgery – someone who enjoys being part of a supportive team and is always happy to step in and help colleagues when needed.
You’ll thrive in a busy practice environment and enjoy the satisfaction that comes from a rewarding day’s work. At the same time, you’ll value the opportunity to keep learning, whether that’s developing your clinical skills, discussing interesting cases with colleagues, or continuing your professional development.
As we’re based in a beautiful rural setting, a full UK driving licence and your own transport are essential.
The Rota
Hours: 4 days per week (8:00 am – 6.30 pm) – other working pattern options considered
OOH: currently 1:10 full weekends (day shifts) and occasional Saturday morning consult
Time off: Monday morning off after full weekend; full day off after occasional night shift
What’s in It for You
- Competitive salary of £38,000 – £60,000, depending on experience
- 7 weeks holiday (increasing with service)
- Structured career pathway – from graduate to director level
- CPD: 1 week/£1,500 per year + funding and support for certificates
- Access to all XL Vet resources and initiatives
- Private Medical Insurance, comprehensive wellbeing programme & active social calendar
- Funded RCVS membership & VDS cover
- Generous staff discount scheme
How to Apply
If our small animal vet role sounds good to you, send your CV and short covering letter (including preferred working hours/pattern, notice period and salary expectations) to: careers@hooknortonvets.co.uk
Or for an informal chat in the first instance, call us on 01608 730501
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