Approved Tuberculin Tester (ATT) required

Would you like to be part of our progressive, independently owned vet practice that is over 100 years old with exciting expansion plans?

We are looking for an additional ATT to join our TB testing team that currently consists of 3 ATT’s, 2 TB testing vets and 14 farm vets.

Shepton Vets Farm provide veterinary services to over 100 dairy clients (plus beef, sheep and small holdings) throughout Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire.

If you are a qualified ATT looking for a change, then Shepton Vets would like to hear from you.  We have a friendly, supportive team and to add variety to this role, we can offer Vet Tech work alongside TB testing if this interests you.  If you are not currently an ATT, we can provide full ATT training (approx. 4 months duration) to the right candidate.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual who has experience working with cattle.  You will be expected to carry out TB testing in accordance with the required standards set out by the APHA.  The successful candidate will have a personable nature, with good communication, written and IT skills and be able to work both on their own and as part of the team.  At times you will be working under pressure, delivering difficult news to clients about their TB status and much valued livestock.

Required

• GCSE’s in Maths, English and a Science or Food Production with a minimum C grade.
• 6 months minimum cattle handling experience.
• To meet the criteria of APHA, the successful applicant will also need to be 18 years old
• Satisfactory DBS check.

About us

Shepton Vets is an independent veterinary practice with branches in Shepton Mallet and Wells, as well as a dedicated farm team. Established in 1922, we are proud to have been serving the Mendip community for over 100 years. We are a successful, growing veterinary practice with ambitious expansion plans and a friendly team of 70+ small animal and farm vets, nurses, technicians and support staff.

Benefits

You’ll be supported by, and learn from, experienced colleagues.

You’ll receive a company pension scheme, discounted staff pet care, up to 5 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, a company vehicle if required and other benefits.

This is a permanent role, working 4 days a week or 5 days a week if you would like to do Vet Tech work on a Wednesday.  Start and finish times will vary depending on test schedules and will include early starts when cows are tested during milking time.

Closing date for applications 30^th April 2025

Pay: £25,500 FTE while training, £27,000 FTE once qualified plus a headage bonus.

To find out more or to apply please email anna.patch@sheptonvets.com

Small Animal New Graduate Veterinary Surgeon

Shepton Vets is looking for a new graduate to join our friendly team of small animal vets.

You’ll work a 4-day week (plus a supported 1:6-1:8 on-call rota) across both of our well equipped modern branches with in-house endoscopy, laparoscopy and dental radiography facilities. A sensibly managed diary will include 15-30mins consulting appointments plus regular breaks. Weekly ops days will give you the opportunity to get involved with interesting surgeries.

About us

Shepton Vets is an independent veterinary practice with branches in Shepton Mallet and Wells, as well as a dedicated farm team. Established in 1922, we are proud to have been serving the Mendip community for over 100 years. We are a successful, growing veterinary practice with ambitious expansion plans and a friendly team of 70+ small animal and farm vets, nurses, technicians and support staff.

We host weekly team lunches and regular discussion groups, and you will be encouraged to undertake the XL Vets new graduate scheme and other CPD programmes.

We are a very community focused practice, so you will also have the opportunity to become involved in student vet teaching as well as giving local school talks and taking part in community events. We also like a bit of a get together – from escape room days and summer rounders to a day at the races!

Benefits

You’ll be supported by, and learn from, experienced colleagues with certificates in surgery, medicine, exotics and imaging as well as a helpful and dedicated nursing team.

You’ll receive a competitive salary plus out of hours bonus, company pension scheme, discounted staff pet care, 5 weeks holiday, Bank Holidays, CPD allowance and other benefits.

For more information or to apply, please email martin.law@sheptonvets.com

Pet Students

We have a close working relationship with academic institutions, and in doing so play a role in educating vets and aspiring Vets and nurses of the future.