Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

About the Role

Beaumont Veterinary Centre is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, supportive and progressive team in Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established single-site practice where clinical freedom is valued and professional development is actively encouraged. With a manageable pattern of four 10-hour shifts per week, 1 in 3 Saturday mornings, and no out-of-hours or on-call commitments, you'll enjoy genuine work-life balance while delivering excellent care.

You'll manage your own caseload, build strong client relationships and work cases up to a high standard, benefiting from nearby referral centres when specialist input is required. 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. Part-time applications are also welcomed.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality medical and surgical care across a varied first opinion caseload of cats, dogs and small furries
• Build strong client relationships through excellent communication and continuity of care
• Work cases up to a high standard whilst utilising referral support where appropriate
• Collaborate with the team of Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs and Client Care colleagues to deliver exceptional patient outcomes
• Contribute to clinical discussions, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• Proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability and ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Benefits

• Salary up to £71,000 depending on experience
• Welcome Bonus up to £2,000
• Relocation Allowance up to £2,000
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• 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 covered
• Funded learning and development, including CPD allowance and access to Academy training centres
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles

About the Practice

Beaumont Veterinary Centre is a well-established single-site practice in Exeter, first established in the late 1970s and relocated to its present site in Pinhoe in 1995. The practice has concentrated exclusively on small animal care since 2012 to provide the highest quality of care. It is RCVS accredited and underwent extensive refurbishment and expansion between 2003 and 2005 to provide modern facilities.

The practice operates as part of inspiring vet care, the UK's number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The team includes Veterinary Surgeons (including a Lead Veterinary Surgeon who sits on the RCVS Board), RVNs, Client Care colleagues and a Practice Director. Facilities include in-house ophthalmology certificate holder, ultrasound, digital and dental radiography, laparoscopic equipment, recently installed dental machine, and established referral pathways for specialist support.