Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Why join us?

• Simple – we’ve been providing outstanding care for pets and farm species in Devon and Cornwall for over 65 years
• Large RCVS accredited, well equipped practice – 3 small animal branches & 2 farm branches
• We work up medical & surgical cases, with very good relationships with local referral practices
• Certificates and/or special interests actively encouraged - generous CPD budget and time off
• Amazing Team(if we say so ourselves) – 9 Vets(part-time & full-time) including certificate holders, plus our fantastic and highly skilled Nurses and Support Team

The Role:

• 12-month FTC (maternity cover) from approx. mid-April 2026
• Fu****ll-time position (must include Fridays)
• 4 and a half day weeks and participation in Saturday rota
• Based at our Callington, Saltash & Looe branches - negotiable
• Occasional OOH in-patient care

Salary - £45,000-55,000 depending on experience

The role includes all the usual Small Animal Vet duties, including the delivery of outstanding client service. We are a supportive bunch and want everyone to thrive in their roles.

Most importantly be part of something special - OUR TEAM

• Supportive and collaborative
• Great team ethos –weekly meetings where everyone’s contribution counts
• Super work life balance – downtime is important! Fantastic family atmosphere with social activities planned throughout the year

You:

• Confident -with the experience, passion and drive for delivering outstanding patient care
• A great people person –a real team player!
• Excellent communication skills -with both clients and colleagues
• Enjoys challenges and rises to them

Why here?

A fantastic location offering the best of both….

City life –with Plymouth easily accessible – rich history, vibrant culture and brimming with attractions

Country life –beautiful beaches, stunning coastal walks, endless sporting activities and nearby Dartmoor National Park

Plus, LOTS of Perks:

• 6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays
• £1750 CPD Allowance per annum
• Health Shield - wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS Membership paid and two other membership subscriptions
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• CPD/training support
• Company sick pay
• Colleague engagement survey
• Annual pay reviews
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities

As a proud member of the VetPartners family there is also access to VetPartners Learning Hub & specialists.

We work hard to be a great place to work and as the newly awarded Employer of the Year, VetPartners offers a supportive, progressive environment where you can thrive.

Sounds great – what next?

We’d love to hear from you!

To apply or for more information/an informal chat please contact:

Michelle Broderick, Clinical Director -[contact hidden]