Careers

Why Agnew Equine? 

Our friendly, independent and well-established practice is located on the edge of the beautiful Peak District National Park, and covers areas of Staffordshire, Cheshire and Derbyshire. We have a broad client base from pet ponies to international competition horses, which gives a varied case load and makes each day different from the next.

Our practice employs 7 equine vets and we have a supportive and amazing office staff of 9 people. Arnie Agnew, the practice founder has a long career as an equine vet and an invaluable wealth of knowledge you can only acquire with experience.  Robin Densem has been a horse vet since 1995 and was awarded a Certificate in Equine Medicine from the Royal College in 2011 and is a particularly experienced mentor.  And Stuart Pearson has a 20-year veterinary career beginning in hospitals in Newmarket and has a Certificate in Equine Orthopaedics from the Royal College. He is also one of only 21 vets in the country who is an Advanced Practitioner in Equine Orthopaedics.   Each of them is kind, patient and trustworthy and have a bedside manner with horse and client that is second to none.  Our practice also has more recent graduates who can give insight about transitioning from life as a new grad/student to life as a practicing ambulatory vet – and are a great crew to be a part of! 

We believe in giving hospital-standard care at stable side, so have all the latest mobile diagnostic equipment and encourage clinical freedom and development. We refer to multiple centres depending on the clinical need of the case.

Interested In Joining Our Team?

We’d love to hear from you! We are always open to considering the right vet when they come along, so even if we aren’t advertising for a specific position, you can still send your CV to us so we can have a look. Please give us a summary of what you’re looking for and what you think you could contribute to our practice and send to office@horsevets.co.uk. 

Equine Veterinary Surgeon Vacancy

Are you passionate about horses and interested in working with an independent practice?

Agnew Equine is an independent ambulatory equine practice, established in 2001. Our friendly team of vets is known for professionalism, honesty, and exceptional care. We proudly serve clients across the beautiful counties of Cheshire, Staffordshire, and Derbyshire—including the stunning landscapes of the Peak District. Our loyal clients and the diverse range of horses we care for—from children’s ponies to international competition horses—make every day rewarding and unique.

We’re open to applications from both experienced vets and recent grads, and we’re happy to be flexible with how the role is structured—whether that’s in terms of days, hours, or responsibilities. If you’re an experienced vet, you’ll have the freedom to work up your cases fully, with all the diagnostic tools you need. We—and our clients—really value thorough, high-quality care, which helps make the clinical side of things genuinely rewarding. You’ll also have the chance to explore any specialist interests you might have, with plenty of support and collaboration from a friendly, experienced team that includes certificate holders in Orthopaedics and Medicine, as well as newer vets. On top of that, our brilliant admin team makes sure everything’s sorted by the end of the day so you can switch off and enjoy your evenings.

We encourage applications from recent graduates and are committed to helping you grow your clinical skills in a supportive, nurturing environment. As an RCVS Approved Graduate Development Practice, we're well set up to guide you through your first role in practice. You'll work closely with our senior vets, starting under their supervision and gradually taking on more responsibility as your confidence builds. The role is designed to help you become competent in all aspects of routine equine work, while also giving you exposure to more complex cases alongside experienced colleagues.

One of the big advantages of working in an ambulatory practice like ours, compared to a hospital setting, is the hands-on experience you’ll gain—not just with clinical skills, but also in building confidence with client communication. You won’t just be observing from the sidelines—you’ll be getting properly stuck in. We also offer regular training opportunities, including ride-along ‘Shadow Days’ with our vets, as well as a mix of in-house and external CPD throughout the year to keep your learning fresh and practical.

While many practices have been snapped up by big corporates, we’re proudly family-owned and locally run—so our focus stays where it should: on our vets, our clients, and top-quality care. Based in Biddulph Moor, Staffordshire, our scenic location offers lovely countryside drives and quick access to the stunning Peak District. It’s a great place to live and work!

Vet Position Details:
  • Full-time hours available, but we’re genuinely flexible—tell us what works for you! We’re happy to chat.
  • Competitive salary, tailored to your experience.
  • 28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + your birthday off! Bank Holidays shared on a rota—get a day in lieu if you work one. The Christmas period is rota-based and shared fairly.
  • On-call: 1 weeknight every other week (shared with Equicall), 1 in 5/6 weekends
    • 2 days off in lieu for your weekends on call (the following 2 Fridays)
    • That’s around 16–20 extra weekdays off per year on top of your holiday
    • And yes, you get two 3-day weekends afterwards—no matter how busy it was!
  • Generous CPD allowance with support for certificates + shadow days and in-house learning with our experienced Director vets for new grads.
  • Fantastic cloud-based diary & practice management system – minimal admin, plus weekly protected admin time.
  • Great perks: Practice vehicle, private healthcare, pension scheme, and employee benefits package.
  • Paid subscriptions: VDS, BEVA, and RCVS.

If you’re confident, positive, and love the idea of getting out on the road, owning your cases, and working in a practice that truly supports you — this could be your next move!

Have questions? Call Jenny Pearson on 07881 507877
Ready to apply? Email your CV to jenny.pearson@horsevets.co.uk

Vet GDP LogoNew Graduates

We are an RCVS Approved Graduate Development Practice and are here to support you in your first role in practice. New graduates work under the supervision and direction of senior vets at Agnew Equine and are given increasing responsibility on cases as they show their progression.  Whilst fully supported by our senior vets who guide and manage exposure to a variety of cases and build confidence, we think one of the benefits of working at an ambulatory practice versus a hospital setting is that there is more opportunity to get stuck in and gain hands-on, practical experience both in veterinary skills and communication proficiency dealing directly with clients.  We offer regular training and observation with our vets with days out in the van together plus both in-house and external CPD throughout the year. 

In addition to an interview, we always ask for potential candidates to come and see practice with us. We think it is important that we meet each other and get to know one another in our work setting so both parties can agree it is a good fit.  If you are or will be a new graduate soon and are interested in any future positions at Agnew Equine please upload your CV and Cover Letter and let us know why you’re interested in working at our practice and we’ll be in contact should any suitable roles become available. 

EMS Students

As part of our commitment to helping mould the vets of the future, our practice regularly has vet students join our team of experienced vets on the road.  This gives an insight for students on what it is really like to be an ambulatory vet, and all the opportunities and challenges that can present.  

Come along and see what it is like to work through a busy diary – perhaps observe and assist a gastroscope in a home stable, a lameness work-up and all the corresponding X-rays or the dentals and vaccinations we offer on our Saver Days. See what it is like to communicate and work with clients from the straightforward cases to the more complicated ones. The life of an ambulatory horse vet is varied and rewarding and the best way to learn about what you’d like for your career is to give it a go!  

If you are a vet student looking for a placement, please fill out this form and we’ll be in touch!