Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Barnstaple, Devon, England / South Molton, Devon, England

Primary Care - Vet Surgeon – Small Animal /

Market Veterinary Centre, Barnstaple [1667] /

On-site

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Market Veterinary Centre - Barnstaple, Devon
Salary up to £60,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £5,000 and relocation allowance 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.

Market Vets is a two-site practice, with the majority of your time spent at the Barnstaple branch and occasional support provided at South Molton. Although this is a small animal position, Market Vets benefits from a varied and interesting caseload that includes small animals, farm work, and even local zoo patients, offering excellent exposure to a diverse range of cases and opportunities to broaden your clinical experience.

The role offers a rewarding mix of consultations and surgery, with cases ranging from routine procedures through to emergency and critical care. The varied caseload ensures no two days are the same, while also providing plenty of opportunity to pursue and develop your own clinical interests.

The practice is well-equipped with a comprehensive range of modern facilities, including an in-house laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, endoscopy, bronchoscopy, dental radiography, therapeutic K-laser, and multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring, enabling the team to deliver high standards of patient care.

Community involvement is a key part of life at Market Vets. The team runs fortnightly outreach clinics in Torrington and Lynton, helping to improve access to veterinary care across North Devon while building strong relationships within the local community.

You’ll be joining a welcoming and collaborative team of 12 vets and 13 RVNs, supported by an experienced client care team and Practice Director. With a certificate holder in exotics already in the practice and colleagues with interests spanning orthopaedics, dentistry, and farm animal medicine, there is a strong culture of learning and knowledge-sharing. Ongoing professional development is highly valued, with active support available for further study and certificate qualifications.

Practice Highlights

* Great balance of consulting and surgery

* Exposure to both routine and emergency cases.

* Freedom to develop your own clinical interests.

* Modern facilities with advanced diagnostic and surgical equipment.

* Join a supportive team of 12 vets and 13 RVNs.

* Learn from colleagues with diverse clinical interests and certificates.

* Strong support for CPD and further qualifications.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Small Animal 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

* This is a full-time role of 40 hours per week, worked over 4 or 5 days.

* There is a shared weekend rota and on-call commitment until 7pm of 1:5, after which a dedicated out-of-hours provider takes over.

* We can also consider part time applications.

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

* A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

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 & 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 & 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 - £60,000 a year

Up to £60,000 pa DOE

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