Job Description
Farm Veterinary Surgeon – Somerset
• Dairy-Focused Caseload – Work with over 30 progressive dairy farms, plus beef, sheep, and youngstock work
• Career Development Support – Backing for post-grad qualifications and CPD to develop your clinical interests
• Work-Life Balance – Friendly, supportive team with a shared 1-in-6 (typically quiet) out-of-hours rota
• Stunning Location – Based near Taunton, Somerset, between the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, close to the Jurassic Coast
• Rewarding Salary - A generous salary package is offered, commensurate with your capabilities and reflective of an experienced vet in a leadership role
Are you a skilled Farm Vet looking to take the next step in your career?
Would you thrive working with progressive dairy farmers in a beautiful part of the country, supported by a close-knit, happy team?
I am recruiting on behalf of a well-established, independent practice based near Taunton, Somerset – nestled between the Quantock and Blackdown Hills, and within easy reach of the Jurassic Coast (a World Heritage Site). This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced farm vet to join a respected team and make a real impact.
What Makes This Role Special?
Dairy-Focused Caseload: Work closely with over 30 routine dairy clients, alongside beef, sheep and significant youngstock work.
Supportive, Experienced Team: Join a group of passionate farm vets with expertise in the dairy sector, backed by fantastic support staff.
RCVS Accredited: The practice blends traditional values with a modern approach, delivering a top-class service tailored to the needs of today’s farmers.
Autonomy & Development: You’ll have clinical freedom and backing to develop areas of interest, including support for post-grad qualifications and CPD.
Work-Life Balance: Friendly, supportive team with a shared 1-in-6 OOH rota, which is typically quiet
Rewarding Salary: A generous salary package is offered, commensurate with your capabilities and reflective of an experienced vet in a leadership role
Happy Workplace: Proud to have achieved a 3-star rating on the B-Heard employee engagement survey
Who We’re Looking For:
You must have recent UK clinical experience in a similar farm animal role, with competence in routine fertility work and enthusiasm for developing clinical offerings.
Please note: Candidates with only meat hygiene or TB testing experience cannot be considered.
If you’re a dedicated Farm Vet ready to grow your career in a forward-thinking yet friendly practice, I would love to hear from you.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email
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Ref no: JOB-54402