Veterinarians and the Skilled Worker route
Veterinarians (SOC 2240) is an occupation on the UK's Skilled Worker eligible list, which means employers with a sponsor licence can sponsor workers in this role when the job meets the salary and skill requirements for the route. The published going rate for this occupation is £49,500 a year or £25.38 an hour; the salary offered must also meet the general Skilled Worker threshold, whichever is higher.
Use the salary calculator to check thresholds for your circumstances, or read the full veterinarians occupation guide.
5 recent job listings
These roles are advertised by employers that hold a Skilled Worker sponsor licence. A licence means the employer can sponsor workers — it does not mean this particular vacancy is open to sponsorship. Always confirm with the employer before applying.
Veterinary Surgeon - Cutting Edge
Vets Now Emergency · UK · Up to £65,000 · Posted 27 Jul 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2240)50/100Veterinarian
VetPartners Limited · UK · From £34,823 · Posted 22 Jul 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2240)58/100Veterinary Surgeon - Medivet Welling
Medivet Group Limited · London · From £40,415 · Posted 19 Jul 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2240)58/100Veterinary Surgeon - Weekend
Vets Now Emergency · Osbaldeston · Up to £93,600 · Posted 15 Jul 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2240)50/100Veterinary Surgeon
Medivet Group Limited · London · From £35,889 · Posted 15 Jul 2026
Eligible occupation (SOC 2240)58/100