Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Group; Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading veterinary services provider in Barnstaple is seeking a part-time Veterinary Surgeon to join their supportive team. The role offers flexible scheduling, no on-call duties, and opportunities for professional development. Ideal candidates should enjoy teamwork and have a strong commitment to clinical care. Support for relocation is available for the right candidate.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Fully funded CPD opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Passion for veterinary medicine and ongoing professional development.
• Ability to thrive in a team environment.
• Interest in practicing in a cat-friendly and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care to pets.
• Participate in team discussions and training.
• Flexibly manage time within a part-time schedule.

Skills

Excellent clinical care

Team collaboration

Surgical skills

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon, Argyll Veterinary Centre, Barnstaple, Part-time.

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 looking for 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 however not essential.

Argyll Veterinary Practices are located in beautiful North Devon, an area of outstanding natural beauty with stunning coastline, surf beaches, and countryside—perfect for an active, outdoor lifestyle. This role spans our two practices in Barnstaple and Braunton, where we focus mainly on cats and dogs. The role is commutable from Bideford, Great Torrington, South Molton, Westward Ho!, Ilfracombe and other surrounding locations in Devon and North Cornwall.

Our head vet has a special interest in cardiology, and we've recently installed dental x-ray as part of our ongoing investment in modern facilities. We're nearly ISFM-accredited and proud to be working towards a cat-friendly environment. The team is passionate about CPD and fear-free principles, with our vet actively teaching staff. Our nurses run fantastic clinics, with three of our nurses taking a keen interest. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking, supportive team in a stunning location, we'd love to hear from you!

Rota: 30 hours a week, Flexible, with 1 in 5 Saturdays. No on call thanks to our MiNightVet!

Support for relocation is considered for the right candidate!

The benefits:

Our standard benefits include:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (or equivalent) and option to buy/sell an additional 2 weeks of annual leave
• RCVS, VDS and subscription fees paid
• Generously encouraged and fully funded CPD – abundant opportunities within the business aided by internal and external development courses and programmes
• Receive an extra day's 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 completely hassle-free
• Access to First Aid for Mental Health and Wellbeing Champions across CVS and 300 trained CVS colleagues in this role
• Colleague discount on pet products and treatments including free consults, cost price drugs and a discount to our online pharmacy, Animed.
• Access to the company share-save scheme

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.