Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

About the Role

Deane Vets is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join their busy, welcoming small animal practice in Taunton. You’ll enjoy a balanced mix of consultations and surgery, with flexibility available for those who prefer consult-only work. Every day brings something different—from routine procedures to more varied cases—with a strong emphasis on delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

The practice operates across four days per week (8:30am–7:00pm), with a manageable 1:6 weekend rota (8:00am–7:00pm) shared across the team. This is a genuinely supportive environment where you’ll have experienced vets on hand to mentor you, the space to develop at your own pace, and encouragement to pursue your clinical interests.

Recently refurbished and purpose-built, the practice sits close to Taunton’s main high street and is well-equipped with ultrasound, dental X-ray, DR X-ray (SignalPET), full in-house lab, microscopy and cytology—giving you the tools to deliver excellent care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver primary care across a varied small animal caseload including dogs, cats, rabbits, small furries and even the occasional tortoise
• Balance consultations and surgical work, with a largely routine surgical caseload (dentals, lump removals, soft tissue procedures)
• Work cases thoroughly, building clinical confidence with continuity of care where possible
• Collaborate with a team of five vets, eight RVNs and a client care team to maintain high clinical standards
• Support the development of colleagues and contribute positively to clinical culture
• Develop your own clinical interests with practice support for certificate training

Requirements

• Veterinary degree and current RCVS registration (or eligibility to register)
• 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 professional development
• Professionalism, reliability, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Benefits

• Salary: up to £70,000 depending on experience, plus up to £5,000 welcome bonus and up to £5,000 relocation allowance
• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for professional development
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)
• BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees covered
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
• Funded CPD and access to IVC Academy training centres
• Clear career pathways across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles

About the Practice

Deane Vets is a modern, recently refurbished small animal practice located in Taunton, South West England. The practice serves a wonderfully varied caseload and is part of IVC Evidensia, the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group comprising over 900 practices and referral hospitals. The team consists of five experienced vets, eight RVNs and a dedicated client care team, creating a collaborative and supportive working environment where professional development is actively encouraged.

IVC Evidensia is committed to building careers without limits, supporting veterinary professionals through investment in learning, innovation and wellbeing. The group champions diversity, equality, inclusion and belonging, and operates as a Disability Confident Employer.