Clinical Lead/Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

British Veterinary Association; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in South Devon is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team. This role emphasizes leadership and contributes to clinical excellence and team development while ensuring a balanced working week and excellent facilities.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Company pension scheme

Flexible voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with proven leadership qualities.
• Strong commitment to clinical excellence and team development.
• Ability to manage rota and support clinical teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support the Practice Director and guide the team.
• Manage rota and ensure clinical standards.
• Drive decision-making and clinical quality.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Standards

Patient Care

Client Communication

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

Ready for the Next Step in Your Veterinary Career?

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our well-established and supportive team at South Devon Veterinary Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career by contributing to clinical excellence and team development.

About the Role

In this leadership role, you will support the Practice Director in guiding the practice and nurturing our team. Responsibilities can be tailored depending on the site and your interests, but may include:

1. Rota management
2. Supporting clinical team
3. Helping drive clinical standards and decision-making

We pride ourselves on excellent patient care and outstanding client communication—if these values resonate with you, we'd love to hear from you.

Work-Life Balance That Works for You

• 4-day working week for genuine work/life balance
• Based across 4 sites
• Participation in the weekend rota, shared evenly among the team

Fantastic Facilities & Supportive Team

You'll be working in the beautiful South Devon area close to Dartmoor and our fabulous beaches, surrounded by experienced and friendly colleagues. Our facilities include:

1. A hospital (South Devon Veterinary Hospital & Referrals) with on-site CT, digital and dental X-ray, and in-house diagnostics
2. 3 satellite branches, each with its own established team and loyal clients
3. Access to South Devon Veterinary Referrals with Ophthalmology team, Orthopaedic surgeon, and Cardiac service; you would assist in developing our other referral facilities
4. A culture of support, wellbeing, and continuous professional development

We actively encourage our team to pursue CPD and in-house learning to develop both clinically and personally.

Interested?

We'd love to speak with you! Get in touch today to learn more about how this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Because our employees matter

We recognize that our people are fundamental to our success. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include:

Work-life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, including bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro-rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• Research funding opportunities for Vets & Nurses
• £1250 per annum from our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with IVC Evidensia contribution
• Cycle to Work and Green Cars schemes
• Flexible voluntary benefits and retailer discounts
• Discounted pet treatment at IVC practices