A friendly, supportive, independent practice in North Yorkshire where you can grow, have fun, and deliver exceptional care. When Bishopton Vets first opened its doors in 1943, we were a small practice serving rural North Yorkshire. We remain rooted in our community, guided by our values, and proud to be independently owned and run.
Below, you will find a complete breakdown of everything required of potential candidates, as well as how to apply Good luck.
Our RCVS-accredited veterinary hospital in Ripon serves as the central hub for our farm and pig team, and provides 24/7 emergency care for pet owners. Supported by four welcoming branch surgeries in Thirsk, Northallerton, Easingwold, and Pateley Bridge, the hospital also offers advanced referral services, including orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, ultrasound, cardiology, ophthalmology, and laparoscopy.
Our team brings together Advanced Practitioners, RVNs, student nurses, and our support staff – all working together to deliver exceptional veterinary care while maintaining that down-to-earth Yorkshire spirit.
In our small animal department, we are proud to be an ISFM Gold Cat Friendly Clinic and Zero Pain accredited, reflecting our commitment to excellence, comfort, and the highest standards of care for every patient.
Our CARES vision guides everything we do: Clinical Excellence, Adaptability, Respect, Education, and Sustainability .
Join a 16-strong (FTE) small animal vet team, including RCVS Advanced Practitioners and certificate holders in small animal surgery (soft tissue & orthopaedics), feline medicine, chronic pain management & acupuncture, and small animal practice .
Ongoing professional development is fully supported, with mentorship, training, and access to the latest techniques and best practices.
Regular journal clubs, clinical governance meetings, case discussions, and clinical club sessions ensure knowledge is shared and outcomes are continually improved.
Excellent facilities and equipment, including upgraded ultrasound, laparoscopy, video endoscopy, an in-house lab, and a fortnightly visiting CT service.
Culture & community
From Bishy Bingo nights, quiz evenings and bowling trips, to charity runs and craft clubs, there’s always something going on. Each summer, we join Ripon’s St Wilfrid’s Procession, where the whole team picks a theme, designs a float, and gets creative with costumes (yes, we’ve been pirates and Oompa Loompas!). Many of our team have been with us for years because here, you’re not just part of a workplace, you’re part of a community.
We are proud members of XLVets – a nationwide network of independently-owned, progressive practices that work together to share expertise, improve standards, and support their teams. We were delighted to receive the Emerging Technologies ("Vet 3.0") Award earlier this year, recognising our pioneering work at the cutting edge of veterinary technology. In our small animal department, we are also embracing innovation through 3D-printed models and guides, which help us maximise surgical accuracy and improve outcomes in complex cases such as angular limb deformities.
I started here at Bishopton Vets two months ago as a new graduate vet, and I chose it because I knew I'd be fully supported by all the friendly staff here. My passion is surgical nursing, so I feel really lucky to be part of a team that has so many advanced veterinary surgeons, which means that we can offer referral-level surgeries from orthopaedic to soft tissue, which means I can use my nursing skills to their full potential.” Laura, Senior Surgical RVN
“I like working in a big multidisciplinary team, so there's always a wide variety of work going on, and you get to use all of your nursing skills.” On the edge of the Yorkshire Dales and Moors, Ripon is surrounded by stunning countryside perfect for walking, cycling, and exploring. Harrogate and York are close by, and the local grammar school has an excellent reputation.
If you’re looking for variety, teamwork, and the chance to grow clinically while enjoying a great quality of life outside work, you’ll fit right in here.
We’re looking for a Small Animal Vet Surgeon to join our team. Some post-graduate experience would be ideal, but what matters most is passion, motivation, and a desire to develop in a supportive, forward-thinking practice.
This is a day role, primarily based at our hospital but with the chance to spend time in our branches, so you get the best of both worlds: the buzz of a hospital caseload and the quieter, community feel of a smaller site.
You’ll work a 4-day week, with a current weekend rota of just 1:5, with a day off in lieu. Part-time options are also available.
We currently operate a blended rota of cover comprising our dedicated night vets and members of the day team who enjoy the opportunity to experience the varied caseload that night work brings.
31 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
~ CPD: Annual allowance of £2,000 (or £2,500 if AP) + 5 days (pro rata), with certificates encouraged & supported
~ Professional fees paid for RCVS, VDS, BVA, plus one other membership
~ Access to private medical insurance & medical cash plan
~ Pension scheme – the 'People’s Pension’ (5% employee and 3% employer contributions)
~ Perkbox rewards, recognition and discounts
~ Wellbeing initiatives, including access to an Employee Assistance Programme
~ Team pet discount scheme
~ Cycle to Work scheme
~ Call us for an informal chat or apply today.