Experienced Farm Vet - Devon

purovets; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-day week

Company vehicle and fuel allowance

Private healthcare

CPD allowance and certificate support

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Purovets in South Devon is seeking an Experienced Farm Veterinary Surgeon to join a farmer-focused team. The role covers a varied farm caseload with clinical autonomy and strong support, within an independent mixed practice.

The position offers a 4-day week (32 hours) with a 1:5 on-call rota, a salary up to £60,000 FTE DOE, and benefits including a company vehicle, CPD support, private healthcare, and enhanced parental leave.

Qualifications

• Experienced Farm Veterinary Surgeon with strong farm animal clinical skills.
• Excellent communication abilities and a practical, farmer-focused approach.
• Ability to work collaboratively while maintaining clinical autonomy and delivering high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse farm animal caseload including dairy, beef, sheep, calves, and wildlife facilities.
• Provide clinical leadership and support with 1:5 out-of-hours rota.
• Deliver high-quality veterinary care with access to in-house facilities and specialist support.

Skills

Farm animal medicine

Communication

Collaborative yet autonomous

Tools

In-house lab equipment

Job description

Experienced Farm Vet – South Devon

Salary up to £60,000 FTE DOE + Excellent Benefits | 4-Day Week

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Experienced Farm Veterinary Surgeon to join an independent mixed veterinary practice in South Devon. With a farmer-focused team of 14 farm vets, four Animal Technical Assistants (ATTs) and two AI technicians, the practice offers a varied caseload, clinical freedom and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Why Join?

• 4-day working week – 32 hours, considered full-time
• Salary up to £60,000 FTE, plus company vehicle and fuel allowance
• Generous CPD allowance, including certificate support
• Private healthcare and enhanced family leave benefits
• Supportive, independent practice with a strong team culture

The Role

The Farm Vet will manage a diverse farm animal caseload covering dairy, beef, sheep, calf rearers, smallholders, farm parks, a zoo and wildlife sanctuaries.

The role includes a minimum 1:5 out-of-hours rota, with a rolling or fixed day in lieu. Experienced colleagues provide support and out-of-hours backup whenever required.

The practice is well equipped with an in-house laboratory, scanning and digital imaging equipment, a portable hydraulic foot‑trimming crush and a VaDia milking time test kit. The team also benefits from access to small animal and equine facilities, alongside support from multiple certificate holders.

About the Candidate

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Farm Veterinary Surgeon with strong farm animal clinical skills, excellent communication abilities and a practical, farmer-focused approach. They will enjoy working collaboratively while maintaining clinical autonomy and delivering high‑quality veterinary care.

Additional Benefits

• Company vehicle and fuel allowance
• Generous CPD and certificate support
• Private healthcare
• Enhanced sick, maternity and paternity pay
• Cycle to work scheme
• Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
• Birthday day off

Based between Dartmoor and the South Devon coast, this opportunity combines a rewarding farm veterinary caseload with an excellent lifestyle and work‑life balance.

Ref no: JOB-60021