Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

The Otter

Honiton

On-site

GBP 42,000 - 70,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance
Cycle to Work
Green Car schemes
Relocation allowance up to £5,000
Welcome bonus up to £5,000
VDS cover & RCVS fees
Retail discounts & cashback offers
Reduced-cost veterinary care for pets

Job summary

New Street Vets in Honiton, UK is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, experienced team for a varied first-opinion caseload with emphasis on surgery if desired.

You will work 40 hours per week across four or five days, with 1:4 Saturday mornings and no out-of-hours duties. We offer relocation up to £5,000 and a welcome bonus up to £5,000, plus private medical insurance and CPD support.

Responsibilities

  • See a varied first-opinion caseload including cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, and occasional chickens.
  • Balance consultations and surgery with opportunities to focus on surgical cases as preferred.
  • Participate in emergency and critical care as needed.
  • Work within a supportive team and contribute to client education and best practice.

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Date: 2026-09-17

Location: Honiton, Devon, GB, EX14 1

Application Deadline: 2026-12-16T11:40:50.487

Practice Overview

New Street Vets - Honiton, South West

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Up To £70,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and Welcome Bonus 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 Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team as we begin an exciting new chapter alongside our sister practice, Otter Vets.

Why Join Us?
  • Enjoy the variety of first-opinion work
  • Develop your clinical interests
  • Be surrounded by supportive colleagues
Caseload & Work Variety

No two days are the same at New Street Vets. You'll see a varied first-opinion caseload including:

  • Cats
  • Dogs
  • Rabbits
  • Small furries
  • Occasional chickens
  • Local wildlife

You’ll enjoy a balance of consultations and surgery, with flexibility to focus more heavily on surgery if preferred. Opportunities to share knowledge and get involved with emergency and critical care cases are plentiful.

Practice Environment

Based in a charming converted property close to Honiton's high street, New Street Vets offers a welcoming community feel combined with modern facilities:

  • Dedicated consulting rooms
  • Dental radiography
  • Ultrasound machine
  • In-house laboratory

With a refurbishment underway, it’s an exciting time to join and be part of its future development.

The Team & Culture

You will join an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons and RVNs, supported by a dedicated Practice Manager. We value open communication and shared learning, fostering an environment where questions are encouraged, ideas exchanged, and growth supported.

Working Hours & Flexibility

Full-time hours are 40 per week, worked over four or five days. Part-time applications from 30 hours per week are also welcomed. The rota includes just 1:4 Saturday mornings (9:00am-1:00pm), with no out-of-hours or on-call duties.

Living in Honiton

Nestled in East Devon, Honiton combines market town charm with countryside living. Surrounded by rolling hills and close to the Jurassic Coast, residents enjoy beaches, scenic walks, and outdoor adventures. The town features a variety of shops and cafés and benefits from excellent transport links to Exeter, Taunton, and the wider South West.

Support & Development

We are committed to supporting your career and wellbeing with:

  • Clear career pathways and progression opportunities
  • Funded CPD, training centres, and courses
  • £1,250 annual Care Fund for each vet
  • Mentorships, clinical coaches, and peer networks
  • Development of clinical interests and capabilities
  • Values-led culture focused on care, community, and improvement
What We Offer
  • Private medical insurance
  • Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
  • BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
  • Cycle to Work & Green Car schemes
  • Retail discounts & cashback offers
  • Reduced-cost veterinary care for pets

We support career development, wellbeing, and access to quality learning resources, whether starting out or progressing further.

Practice Details

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

Equality & Inclusion

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage applicants with disabilities and long-term health conditions and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Contact

For inquiries before applying, speak to Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team who can assist with any questions.

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