Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - 12 months Fixed Term

British Veterinary Association; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a well-established veterinary practice in East Devon, where your skills as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon will be valued. This role offers flexible shifts tailored to your needs, ensuring a healthy work/life balance. With a supportive environment and a commitment to professional development, including a generous CPD allowance, you will have the opportunity to grow your career while making a real difference in the community. Enjoy a range of benefits, including private medical insurance, enhanced family-friendly policies, and a relocation allowance to help you settle in. If you're passionate about animal care and looking for a fulfilling role, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Up to 6.6 weeks of annual leave

Birthday as a paid day off

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee wellbeing initiatives

CPD allowance of £1,250

Discounted staff pet care

5% employee and 3% employer pension contributions

Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia

Pawsome Benefits discount platform

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with experience in small animal practice.
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues and manage surgical cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct small animal consultations and surgical procedures.
• Provide mentoring and support to junior veterinary staff.

Skills

Veterinary Surgery

Small Animal Care

Mentoring

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

12 month Maternity Cover for Veterinary Surgeon at Otter Vets, East Devon

Relocation allowance up to £5000.

Find a rota pattern that suits you

We are seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our dedicated team at Otter Vets. The role involves first opinion work, including small animal consultations and surgical caseload, potentially including sole charge. There is also opportunity for mentoring junior colleagues. We offer flexible shifts to accommodate your needs; part-time applicants are welcome, and we are happy to tailor a rota that works for you.

Typically, our full-time Vets work 10 hours across 4 days per week, with 1:4 Saturday mornings. We prioritize work/life balance and are excited to offer a shift pattern that fits around you. Our practice has a history of over 70 years, providing veterinary care to our local communities.

Relocating to the area?

We operate two branches: one in the Jurassic coastal town of Sidmouth and another in the nearby market town of Ottery St Mary, Devon. We participate in various local charity events, including fun dog shows, coffee mornings, and Christmas stalls. Our supportive team comprises veterinary, nursing, and administrative colleagues working across both sites. We can offer a relocation allowance and support or recommendations for the area—get in touch!

Because Our People Matter

We value our people as the key to our success. Investing in our team, premises, and processes is central to our mission. Benefits include:

• Up to 6.6 weeks of annual leave, increasing with service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family-friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Support for non-accidental injury cases

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance
• Learning and development opportunities via IVC Evidensia

Academy

• Access to Vetlexicon online encyclopaedia
• Research funding opportunities
• £1000 annual Care Fund for Vets
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fee coverage

Additional Benefits

• Pawsome Benefits discount platform
• 5% employee and 3% employer pension contributions
• Discounted staff pet care

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.