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We are a fiercely independent, six-centre, mixed practice in the western Lake District. We currently have an opportunityfor an experiencedvetto join ourfriendly 27-vet team in a range of working patterns. Millcroft Vetsis a member of XLVets, a community of independently-owned veterinary practices. Our independence means there are genuine opportunities for business ownership and we are committed to independent succession. We have a busy and varied caseload of farm animal work with a 50:50 dairy-to-beef split, a thriving sheep business and numerous camelids. The farms are a real mix of historic, generational Lake Districthill farms through to large and progressive dairy farms. Our large animal work is 90% farm and 10% first opinion equine but there is room to do more equine. Experienced vets

Package up to £70k DOE for a 42hr week. We are SPVS members who pay attention to the recent salary surveys with vets paid well above the SPVS survey national median, despite being in Northern England. A 4-day week as standard with options to increase salary or reduce working hours. Excellent facilities including portable digital radiography and numerous portable ultrasound units. Large-animal-only on-call rota. 1 weeknight per week, alternating between first and second, and 1 weekend in 5. CPD is encouraged to further your own interests and funded to Certificate / Masters / PGDip level for a long-term candidate. In addition to CPD allowance, we provide 1 week pro-rata paid CPD time RCVS, VDS, and one other professional membership fee of your choice BCVA, SVS Holiday

238 hours of annual leave to include public holidays, with additional allowance for long service. Hours worked overtime returned as time off in lieu. Optional holiday purchase scheme of up to 1 week pro-rata. Other benefits

Relocation support - we have two practice houses, so often accommodation is available as partof the package Private health insurance (after 1 year continuous employment) We take mental health seriously and subscribe to an employee assistance programme which provides 24/7 support as well as counselling sessions Cycle to work scheme Discounted gym membership Company pension Discounted veterinary fees and free membership to our Lifetime Care Cub Team social events Eye tests Still need to be convinced?

We are proud, active members of XLVets, and recent winners of the XLVet's "Inspirational Teams" award. We have a busy and varied caseload of farm animal medicine - perfect for aspirant certificate holders. We’re situated in the heart of the Lake District UNESCO World Heritage Site which presents a wealth of opportunities for walkers, horse-riders, kayakers, runners, mountaineers, climbers, paragliders, wild-swimmers and even skiers. Millcroft Veterinary Group, Wakefield Road, Cockermouth, CA13 0HR. Company number: 13071106 Registered in England & Wales Registered office: Millcroft Veterinary Group Limited, Wakefield Road, Cockermouth, CA13 0HR

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