Stud Focused Equine Veterinary Assistant

About the role

A forward-thinking equine practice, part of the Altano group, is recruiting a stud-focused equine veterinary assistant for a 4 to 6 month role from January to June 2027, based near Salisbury. The position sits within a 6-vet team working with experienced veterinarians during the busy breeding season, with a strong focus on thoroughbred stud work. Previous holders have become long-term team members and have also worked Southern Hemisphere stud seasons.

Key responsibilities

• Work closely with experienced veterinarians on all aspects of stud medicine and routine care
• Mare reproductive examinations and breeding management
• Pregnancy diagnosis and reproductive ultrasonography
• Routine herd health and preventative medicine
• Newborn foal checks and foal medicine
• General ambulatory equine practice
• 1 in 5 on-call duty with support from another vet

Required profile

• Previous experience is beneficial; an internship completed and a desire to develop ambulatory and stud skills suits the role
• An experienced vet looking for a short-term role may also fit
• Eager to learn, with a positive attitude and a passion for equine practice and clinical excellence
• Strong interest in reproduction and stud medicine
• Team player

What we offer

• £1,500 annual CPD allowance
• Company vehicle
• Extensive hands-on experience and mentoring from experienced clinicians
• 31 days holiday including bank holidays, pro rata
• RCVS/BEVA/VDS covered