Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in North Devon is seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon for 30 hours per week. The role offers flexible scheduling, no on-call duties, and a supportive team environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for animal welfare and excellent clinical skills. The position includes benefits such as 25 days annual leave, CPD support, and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

RCVS, VDS, and subscription fees paid

Generous CPD support

Cycle to work scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme

Colleague discounts on pet products

Qualifications

• Experience in veterinary care, preferably with a surgical basis.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Strong commitment to clinical care and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent veterinary care to a diverse range of cases.
• Collaborate with a supportive team of professionals.
• Attend staff meetings and contribute to practice improvement.

Skills

Team player

Passion for animal welfare

Customer service skills

Confidence with a range of cases

Ability to work with referral cases

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - 30 hours per week.

Looking for a stable, part-time role with no on-call? Join our supportive team at Argyll Veterinary Centre with flexible scheduling and a permanent contract. We're seeking someone who thrives in a team environment, values excellent clinical care, and is eager to contribute to and grow within our vibrant team. A surgical basis would be preferable but not essential.

Argyll veterinary practices are located in beautiful North Devon, an area of outstanding natural beauty with stunning coastline and a wide range of leisure activities.

The role would be based across two practices in Barnstaple and Braunton. Located in North Devon, our practices are surrounded by stunning coastline, surf beaches, and countryside—ideal for an active, outdoor lifestyle.

Hours: 30 per week

Rota: Flexible, with 1 in 5 Saturdays. No on-call thanks to our MiNightVet!

Argyll Veterinary Centre, Barnstaple | The Vet Collection - feel free to learn more about us.

Ideal team member qualities:

• Great team player
• Passion for animal welfare
• Excellent customer service skills
• Confident working with a wide range of cases
• Ability to work with referral cases

The benefits:

Our standard benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) and the option to buy/sell an additional 4 weeks of annual leave
• RCVS, VDS, and subscription fees paid
• Generous support and funding for CPD – ample opportunities within the business, aided by internal and external development courses and programmes
• Receive an extra day of leave each year in your first 5 years at CVS
• Cycle to work scheme and subsidised gym membership
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption pay
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Pension scheme – automatic enrolment and hassle-free
• Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS, with 300 trained colleagues in this role
• Colleague discount on pet products and treatments, including free consultations, cost-price drugs, and a discount on our online pharmacy, Animed
• Access to the company share-save scheme

Learn more here: What We Offer

Interested in more information or arranging a practice visit? Email Sophie at [e-mail] with your CV and questions.