Veterinary Surgeon

Vets for Pets; Newton Abbot; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established veterinary practice in Newton Abbot, known for its high standard of care and supportive team environment. This role offers flexible hours, a strong emphasis on team wellbeing, and the opportunity to work with a diverse range of cases. With a generous salary and benefits package, including paid holidays and professional development opportunities, this position is perfect for passionate veterinary professionals looking to make a difference in their community. Embrace the chance to grow in a vibrant location, surrounded by beautiful landscapes and excellent transport links.

Benefits

Paid Holiday (28 days)

Generous CPD Allowance

Life Assurance

Contributory Pension Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Colleague Reward Hub

Paid Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for veterinary care and maintaining high standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-tier veterinary care to a loyal client base.
• Mentor and support new graduates and experienced vets.

Skills

Veterinary Care

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education

BVetMed

RCVS Membership

Job description

“I am passionate about maintaining a high standard of care and am proud to have been nominated for ‘Vet of the Year’ in the ‘PetPlan National Veterinary Awards’ every year since opening Newton Abbot Vets for Pets.” Chris Hawkins, BVetMed MRCVS, Practice Owner

Our busy, RCVS practice standards accredited, and Silver Cat Friendly Clinic in Newton Abbot is growing fast and has an exciting opportunity for you to join us!

The practice has gone from strength to strength since opening in 2014 and is now an extremely successful business, providing a first-class service to our loyal client base. This success is due to our team's hard work, and we are proud to have a very low colleague turnover, offering excellent care to our patients as well as a warm and welcoming environment for our team.

Owner and Vet Chris, who qualified from RVC in London in 2008, returned to Devon to continue his career. By joining Chris and his team, you’ll work alongside an experienced group of 4 vets, a loyal team of 6 RVNs—including nurses who undertake Schedule 3 procedures—and a strong, innovative front-of-house team supported by Head Reception Ceylone and Practice Manager Nicola.

We prioritize our team’s wellbeing, holding regular meetings and appraisals, and maintaining an active messenger group for case discussions, handovers, and inclusivity.

“I’ve recently returned to being a small animal vet after working in equine charity, and the practice has been fantastic for gaining experience and confidence. There’s a strong team ethos and a positive learning environment. It’s busy, allowing a wide case range, and vets are encouraged to work cases up independently with team support as needed.” Pol, Veterinary Surgeon

This role is about expanding our excellent team. We are flexible and can consider 20 to 40 hours per week with various shifts, just 1 in 5 weekends, and no out-of-hours duties.

Joining our team provides an opportunity to support a great community and client base. We seek a team player with excellent communication skills who shares our passion for providing top-tier veterinary care. Whether you are an experienced vet or a new graduate, our team is eager to mentor and support you.

Benefits include:

• Salary up to £65,000 (DOE)
• No out-of-hours work
• Paid holiday of 28 days (5.6 weeks), increasing to 33 days (6.6 weeks) after 2 years
• Paid professional memberships including RCVS and BVA
• Generous CPD allowance and time off, including funding for Certificates
• Life assurance 4x annual salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Colleague reward hub with exclusive offers and discounts, including 20% off at Pets at Home, Vets4Pets, and the Groom Room

The practice is purpose-built to industry-leading standards with all the equipment expected from a thriving GP practice.

Located in Newton Abbot, we are part of a vibrant community with Devon’s best beaches and Dartmoor National Park nearby. The town is ideally situated between Plymouth and Exeter, close to the M5, with excellent transport links to London and beyond.

For more information, contact [e-mail] or call 07790 372441.

Location: TQ12 3AN

Pets see people. They aren’t biased and don’t discriminate. We draw inspiration from pets and value diversity in all its forms. We encourage everyone to be themselves, and even if your skills and experience don’t perfectly match, if you believe you can contribute through your values and behaviors, we want to hear from you.