
A 40-hour week across four or five days, no out of hours or on-call, and just 1 in 4 Saturday mornings make this a role with real room for balance. You will also have scope to shape your own caseload, build client relationships and develop the clinical areas that interest you most.
No out of hours or on-call requirements. 1:4 Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 1pm.
Otter Vets in Sidmouth is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join its small animal team. The role is open to an experienced vet or someone looking to build confidence and develop skills, with support to shape the position around your interests.
You will see a varied caseload, mainly cats and dogs with some small furries, and there is the option to focus on consultations if that suits your strengths. The practice also supports certificate study for the right person, alongside protected admin time and dedicated operating days for surgical work.
There is some sole-charge work, but you will be part of a wider network through the Sidmouth and Ottery St Mary teams, plus New Street Vets. The nursing team plays a key role across consultations and surgery, and the practice is equipped to help you work cases up with confidence.
Otter Vets is a well-established practice in Sidmouth that also has a branch surgery in Ottery St Mary. The company states that it treats livestock and horses as well as pets, and that it has been in Sidmouth for over 50 years, with the Ottery St Mary branch established for almost as long.
The practice sits within inspiring vet care and is part of IVC. The listing also highlights a values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement.