Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Honiton; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave

BVA membership

Cycle to Work

Retail discounts

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

New Street Vets in Honiton, Devon, invites a Lead Veterinary Surgeon for small animals to join our experienced team. This role blends hands-on clinical work with mentoring, coaching, and helping shape the practice's future, while pursuing your own clinical interests.

You'll manage a varied caseload across cats, dogs, rabbits and more, with opportunities to focus on surgery or critical care and to contribute to development within a supportive, community-focused practice.

Qualifications

• Lead Vet with mentoring and coaching responsibilities.
• Ability to develop clinical interests and lead on initiatives.
• Experience in small animal practice.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and coach team members.
• Lead clinical care with variety including surgery and emergency coverage.

Job description

New Street Vets - Honiton, Honiton, South West

Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
New Street Vets - Honiton, Devon

Salary up to £80,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to £5,000 and Relocation Allowance up to £5,000

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

New Street Vets, part of ivc, is looking for a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team. This is an opportunity to combine hands-on clinical work with mentoring, coaching and helping shape the future of the practice. This is an ideal role for an experienced vet who enjoys supporting others, sharing knowledge and making a difference while continuing to develop your own clinical interests.

A Clinical Role With Variety

As a busy first-opinion practice, no two days are the same. You'll see a varied caseload of cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, the occasional chicken and even local wildlife.

You'll enjoy a great mix of consultations, surgery and medical cases, with the flexibility to focus more heavily on surgery if that's where your interests lie. There's also exposure to emergency and critical care, giving you plenty of clinical variety and opportunities to use and develop your skills.

Lead, Mentor and Make a Difference

You'll be part of an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons and RVNs, supported by a dedicated Practice Manager. As Lead Vet, you'll have the opportunity to mentor and coach colleagues, share your experience and help shape how the practice continues to develop. You'll have a voice in the future of New Street Vets while still enjoying the clinical work you love. We're also keen to support your own development, whether that's pursuing a clinical certificate or developing a particular area of interest.

A Practice Investing in Its Future

Housed in a charming converted property close to Honiton's high street, New Street Vets combines a welcoming community feel with modern clinical facilities, including dedicated consulting rooms, dental radiography, a recently installed ultrasound machine and a comprehensive in-house laboratory.

With an exciting refurbishment underway, it's a particularly good time to join as we continue investing in the practice and the team.

A Rota That Gives You Balance

Full-time hours are 40 per week across four or five days, with part-time applications welcomed from 30 hours. You'll work just 1:4 Saturday mornings, 9am-1pm, with no out-of-hours or on-call commitments.

Discover Life in Honiton

Nestled in East Devon, Honiton offers the perfect blend of market town charm and countryside living. Surrounded by rolling hills and just a short drive from the Jurassic Coast, you'll have easy access to beautiful beaches, scenic walks and endless outdoor adventures. The town is known for its variety of shops and cafés with a strong sense of community, while excellent transport links make Exeter, Taunton and the wider South West easily accessible.

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you'll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

New Street Vets - Honiton

62 New Street, Honiton, Honiton, EX14 1BZ, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.