Equine Vet
EXPERIENCED EQUINE VET – JOIN OUR THRIVING INDEPENDENT PRACTICE
Are you an Equine Vet with at least 2+ years’ experience looking for your next big move or just curious about what’s out there? Our well-established, independent practice would love to hear from you.
We’re offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate, ambitious Equine Vet to join our dynamic team of 11 equine vets and 6 vet nurses/assistants. If you’re ready to bring your expertise and enthusiasm, here’s what you can expect:
• Competitive Salary: £40–53K (dependant on skills/experience)
• Location: Beautiful Oxfordshire, serving surrounding counties
• Work-Life Balance: 4.5-day week (flexible options, 4-day week available)
• OOH: 1:7 rota, with extra time off after weekend on-call
• Benefits:
• 7 weeks holiday (increasing with service)
• Enhanced family leave
• Private healthcare & enhanced Employee Assistance Scheme
• Paid memberships & generous staff discount
• Career Development:
• Structured Career Pathway
• CPD allowance £1,500/year + 1 week (pro rata)
• Full support for further qualifications
• Community: Access to XL Vet network & resources
• Heritage: Large, independent mixed practice established for 40+ years
Your Role
Work with state-of-the-art facilities accessible either on site in our Equine Clinic or out on the road – digital radiography, gastroscopy, ultrasound, video endoscopy, surgical & therapeutic lasers, and more. Our diverse and varied caseload includes sports horses, racing yards, studs, and pleasure horses with racing work available for ARVS-qualified applicants.
Enjoy clinical autonomy where you will develop your own caseload and client base. With strong mentorship and support from our extensive team when needed, we champion continuous learning, encourage certificates and tailor CPD to meet professional interests.
Our Culture
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We foster a psychologically safe environment through regular M&M rounds and Vetsafe, ensuring knowledge sharing and continued learning. If you’re proactive, sociable, and thrive in a team that values curiosity and ambition, you will fit right in.
What We’re Looking For
• Minimum 2 years’ equine experience
• Interest in stud work is beneficial
• Full UK driving licence & own vehicle
• A positive, team-focused attitude with a passion for learning
Beyond the Job
We are more than a vet practice, we are part of the community. From charity initiatives to regular social events, we make time for what matters and engage continuously by regularly hosting client education evenings.
Our location in Oxfordshire offers great schools, local amenities, and cosy pubs, all within easy reach of major airports and cities.
How to Apply
Visit www.hooknortonvets.co.uk for more information on our team and Practice. Check out our Equine Department and Facebook and Instagram pages.
To apply, send your CV and cover letter (including availability and salary expectations) to careers@hooknortonvets.co.uk.
Location: Hook Norton
Salary Bracket: £40000 - £53000