Veterinary Surgeon - Equine Stud Vet

Kernow Vet Group; SHREWSBURY; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established veterinary practice in Shrewsbury is looking for an experienced stud vet to join their team for the upcoming season. The successful candidate will be responsible for all routine stud medicine tasks and will have the opportunity to engage in first opinion ambulatory practice. The role includes high-quality facilities, a supportive work environment, and comprehensive employee benefits. Applicants must be RCVS registered and eligible to work in the UK.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Generous CPD allowance and workplace pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the RCVS and eligible to work in the UK.
• Enthusiastic team player dedicated to maintaining good client relations.
• Experience in stud medicine and first opinion ambulatory practice.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine tasks associated with stud medicine.
• Manage emergencies and routine calls outside the stud season.
• Maintain high client satisfaction and electronic records.

Skills

Equine care

Client relations

Teamwork

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Fyrnwy Equine Group, Baschurch, Shrewsbury, West Midlands

Salary up to £38,000 DOE (Fixed Term 6-month Contract)

Exciting opportunity for an experienced stud vet to join our team at Fyrnwy Equine Hospital for the 2026 season!

Fyrnwy Equine Hospital is a well-established 18 vet practice with a Tier 3 equine hospital and ambulatory branch, covering Shropshire, Cheshire and North Wales. The practice consists of European boarded specialists in surgery and medicine, as well as 2 equine nurses, 1 student vet nurse and 11 support staff members. As a practice we manage a mix of National Hunt Thoroughbred studs and Sports horse clients as well as some individual breeders.

The main duties of the role include all routine tasks associated with stud medicine in both Thoroughbred and Sports Horse populations including embryo flushing and barren mare work up. Outside of the stud season, the role will include first opinion ambulatory practice including routine calls and emergencies with the freedom to explore your own areas of interest.

Opportunity for some hospital-based work up, support from the hospital and the follow up of your own cases is encouraged. Client liaison, keeping appropriate electronic records and updating the practice management system and providing high level of client satisfaction are expected. Opportunity to pursue post grad qualifications and certificates are encouraged.

The hospital has state of the art facilities including full surgical suite, MRI, portable DR’s, ultrasound machines, gastroscopy, endoscopy, surgical laser, therapeutic laser and dental power tools.

You will partake in an equal share of the out of hours rota which is currently 1 in 7 with a second vet on call each weeknight and a separate stud rota for weekends. A day off in lieu is allocated for working a weekend. We will provide company vehicle, phone, tablet, VDS membership, RCVS membership and BEVA membership. There is a generous CPD allowance, workplace pension scheme and healthcare.

The successful applicant will be an enthusiastic team player dedicated to maintaining good client relations and applying equine care to a high standard.

Candidates must be registered with the RCVS and eligible to work in the UK.

Although advertised for next season, there is potential for the applicant to start sooner.

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays (Pro rata)
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Fyrnwy Equine Group, Baschurch

Whitmore Lane, Baschurch, Shrewsbury, SY4 2EY, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Jim Dixon from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.