Locum Veterinary Surgeon – Bolton

An opportunity has arisen for a Locum Veterinary Surgeon to join a 100% Small Animal Practice on the outskirts of Bolton, covering the Horwich and Westhoughton areas. This role offers a straightforward four-day working week, no out-of-hours and a convenient location close to motorway links. If you are looking for a locum position where consultations and surgery are central to the day, this could be a strong fit.

Key Details

- Profession: Veterinary Surgeon

- Speciality: Small Animal Vet

- Job Type: Locum

- Start Date: 5 October 2026

- End Date: 30 October 2026

- City: Bolton

- County: Greater Manchester

- Working Pattern: 4 days per week

- Hours: 8.45am to 6.45pm

- Out of Hours: None

- On Call: None

- Practice Type: 2 branch practice

- Duties: Consultations and Surgery

- Accommodation: Not provided

Why You'll Love This Role

This is a practical locum opportunity for a Veterinary Surgeon who is confident in both consultations and surgery and who wants a clear, well-defined working pattern. With no on-call and a 100% Small Animal Practice setting, the role should suit someone seeking focused clinical work in an accessible location.

About the Role

You will be working across a two-branch practice, supporting the delivery of day-to-day small animal clinical care. The role requires a Veterinary Surgeon who can manage consultations and carry out surgery.

The working pattern is four days per week, with hours from 8.45am to 6.45pm. There is no out-of-hours or on-call commitment, which creates a more predictable schedule across the placement.

About the Practice

This is a 100% Small Animal Practice operating across two branches. The role is based on the outskirts of Bolton in the Horwich and Westhoughton areas, with motorway links nearby for ease of travel.

The information provided does not include details of accommodation, equipment or team structure. What is clear is that the position is centred on straightforward small animal clinical work within a branch practice environment.

Working in Bolton

Bolton sits in Greater Manchester and is well placed for commuting across the surrounding area, particularly with motorway access nearby. Horwich and Westhoughton are both within reach of the role, which may suit candidates living locally or travelling in from nearby towns. For a locum Veterinary Surgeon, the location offers practical transport connections and an accessible base for a short-term placement.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of caseload can I expect?

This is a 100% Small Animal Practice role. The information provided does not give further detail on the caseload.

Is out-of-hours work required?

No. There is no out-of-hours and no on-call commitment for this placement.

What are the working hours?

The role is for four days per week, with hours from 8.45am to 6.45pm.

When does the placement start and end?

The role starts on 5 October 2026 and ends on 30 October 2026.

What experience is required?

The Veterinary Surgeon must be able to consult and perform surgery.

If this locum opportunity is of interest, please apply or enquire for further information at your convenience.

Job Reference No: JN-35183