Our vets are trusted to make the right decisions for their patients. We don’t upsell — we treat. You’ll work in a supportive environment where your clinical judgement is valued, and your impact is real. As a social enterprise veterinary group, we reinvest our profits in our people and our clinics. That means more support, better equipment, and a team that genuinely cares about your growth.
Animal Trust
Make a Difference in a Vet-Led Social Enterprise
At Animal Trust Vets, we believe every pet deserves access to excellent veterinary care, regardless of their owner's financial circumstances. As a vet-led, not-for-profit organisation, our mission is to remove barriers to treatment and empower veterinary professionals to focus on what matters most — clinical care.
What Sets Us Apart
Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced vet, we offer: - Funded CPD and certificate pathways - Mentorship from senior clinicians - Opportunities to specialise in surgery, medicine, or emergency care
We care for our people as much as our patients. Enjoy: - Flexible working patterns - Mental health support - A collaborative, inclusive team culture
Several of our sites are emergency/A&E and referral hospitals
Join us in one of our growing network of practices, including: - Greater Manchester - Merseyside - North Wales - Shropshire - Yorkshire - Teesside - Scotland
Our Purpose and Values The most important thing that we look for in all of our new employees is a shared belief in our purpose and values. We want to make trusted veterinary care easy to access. Our Values Animal Welfare First - Welfare guides our decisions. Right Care, Right Cost - We deliver quality care that’s fair, transparent and good value. Better Together - We care for each other, so we can care for pets. Our Community Commitment We’re a Community Interest Company, which means we reinvest most of our income into care to improve access, quality, and team support, helping pets live healthier and happier lives. We work with charities, regulators, and professionals to achieve our goals and promote veterinary care and animal welfare.
Hear from our team
Hear from some of our vets about their experiences, how our graduate programme supports newly qualified vets and what advice they'd give to a new graduate vet starting out.
Daniel (Clinical Director & Vet)
Since graduating in 2015, I have refined my surgical expertise and taken on leadership roles, mentoring aspiring veterinary professionals.
Gracie (Vet)
I joined in 2019, my enthusiasm for internal medicine flourished, enhancing my confidence and expertise.
Frequently Asked Questions for Veterinary Careers at Animal Trust
We’ve answered some of the most commonly asked questions below. For more information, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us.
Animal Trust is a Community Interest Company, meaning our focus is on providing accessible care rather than generating profit. This allows our vets to concentrate on what matters most — helping pets and their owners—without the pressure of sales targets.
We offer roles for newly qualified vets, experienced clinicians, and those looking to specialise. Positions include general practice, surgical and medical bias roles, and leadership opportunities across our growing network of clinics.
Yes! We have a structured graduate programme that includes mentorship, hands-on training, and access to CPD (Continuing Professional Development) to help you build confidence and skills in your first role. You can find details of our new graduate programme here.
We aim to provide flexible working patterns where possible, including part-time roles and predictable rotas. Our clinics operate with a strong team approach, so you’ll have support during busy periods.
Our benefits include competitive salaries, funded CPD, professional membership fees, pension contributions, and access to wellbeing support. We also provide opportunities for career progression within the organisation.
Yes, we can support visa sponsorship for qualified vets who meet the necessary criteria. Please contact our recruitment team for details by emailing [email protected]
You can view current vacancies and apply directly through our Careers Vacancies page. If you don’t see a suitable role, you can register your interest for future opportunities.
Our process typically includes an initial application review, an informal phone call followed by a formal in-person interview and visit to one of our clinics. We aim to make the process as straightforward and supportive as possible.
Absolutely. Many of our vets progress into senior clinical roles, management positions, or specialist areas. We actively encourage internal development and promotion.
Animal Trust has clinics in several locations around the UK, including major cities and regional hubs. You can find a full list of locations here.
Veterinary Roles
Explore Your Future With Us
We’re always looking for passionate vets who want to make a difference. Whether you're interested in general practice, emergency care, or referral work, we have a place for you. - Veterinary Surgeon Roles - Graduate Vet Opportunities - Referral & Emergency Vet Positions
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