Veterinary Surgeon - experienced vet

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon – Progression opportunity for an experienced vet. Salary up to £80,000.

Join a practice where the team is passionate about preventative health care and where you can be supported by senior clinicians with multi-certificate qualifications and published experience in veterinary surgery. At Torquay Vets4

Pets, you can enjoy a fulfilling career with supportive colleagues and an excellent quality of life in a coastal town. We have a strong community presence and a track record of growth and development.

We are seeking a talented veterinary surgeon to join our team. This role provides a clear path to leadership with potential for Clinical Director and ownership opportunities if desired. While experience is preferred, we prioritise a good fit for the team and encourage all applicants to apply.

We are a 100% small animal GP accredited practice, dedicated to building trusted relationships with clients and delivering high-quality care. You will join a team of 4 vets with diverse experience, 3 nurses, 1 student nurse, 2 veterinary care assistants, 3 client care advisors and 1 practice manager. Our senior clinician has a certificate in small animal medicine and is an RCVS recognised advanced practitioner in small animal surgery, providing a varied case load and mentoring opportunities.

The clinician also has teaching experience from an academic hospital.

We offer a collaborative, close-knit environment with clinical freedom and a strong commitment to your development, including opportunities to pursue research or certificates.

Our days are structured with a focus on quality over quantity, typically averaging about 12 consults per vet per day with a balanced mix of medical and surgical cases. Non-clinical colleagues support admin and some consults to assist the team. The role is primarily clinical with opportunities to mentor and develop skills.

Role details typically include a full-time arrangement, with flexibility to discuss alternative patterns to support a good home-life balance. We operate two shifts: 08:30–16:30 and 11:00–19:30, with one late shift week and approximately 1 in 4 weekends, with time off in lieu for hours worked. Weekend hours are paid from 08:00–19:00, but Saturday presence is 08:30–14:00 unless there are emergency callouts.

Torquay is a scenic coastal town in the English Riviera with a range of leisure, dining and schooling options. It is well connected by rail (GWR), near the M5, Exeter Airport and Plymouth ferry port.

• Salary up to £80,000 commensurate with experience.
• 5.6 weeks holiday.
• Life Assurance 4 x annual salary.
• Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Paid Memberships (RCVS, BVA, VDS).
• CPD encouraged including support towards research or certificates.
• Relocation Allowance.
• Flexible Working Hours.
• No OOH.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Access to Colleague Assistance Programmes – Retail Trust, Port of Call and MHFA.
• Exclusive company discounts and rewards – including 20% off at Pets at Home, The Groom Room and Vet Group.

We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If your skills and values align with our practice, we’d love to hear from you.

For more information, contact

Location:

TQ2 7AP

We are committed to respectful, inclusive hiring and equal opportunity for all applicants.