Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Exeter, Devon, England

Primary Care - Vet Surgeon – Small Animal /

Beaumont Veterinary Centre [1652] /

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Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Beaumont Veterinary Centre | Exeter, Devon

Salary Up To £71,000 DOE, £2,000 Welcome Bonus, £2,000 Relocation Allowance

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.

Beaumont Vets in Exeter is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, supportive and progressive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established single-site practice where clinical freedom is valued and professional development is encouraged.

As a close-knit practice, we pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where every team member is supported to thrive. You'll have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, build strong client relationships and work cases up to a high standard, while benefiting from the reassurance of nearby referral centres when specialist input is required.

Practice Highlights

* Well-established single-site practice in Exeter

* Clinical freedom and strong support for professional development

* Lead Veterinary Surgeon sits on the RCVS Board

* In-house ophthalmology certificate holder

* Collaborative team of Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs, Client Care colleagues and Practice Director

* Excellent balance of consultations and surgery

* Varied caseload including cats, dogs and small furries

* Strong culture of clinical discussion and knowledge sharing

* Ultrasound facilities

* Digital and dental radiography

* Laparoscopic equipment

* Recently installed dental machine

* Established referral pathways for specialist support

The role offers an excellent balance of consultations and surgery, providing exposure to a varied and rewarding caseload while allowing you to maintain and develop your surgical skills.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

Working Pattern

* Four 10-hour shifts per week

* Part-time applications welcomed

* 1 in 3 Saturday mornings (8:00am–1:00pm)

* No out-of-hours commitment

* No on-call responsibilities

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

* A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS

* Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases

* Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues

* A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development

* Professionalism, reliability and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles

* Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses

* £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

* Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks

* Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities

* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

* 6.6 weeks’ holiday, including bank holidays

* Private medical insurance

* Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy

* BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees

* Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)

* Retail discounts and cashback offers

* Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.

£0 - £71,000 a year

Salary up to £71,000 DOE

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