Veterinary Surgeon – Independent Practice | East Devon
Salary: £35,000 – £65,000 DOE | Hours: 3–5 days per week (FT or PT)
No OOH / No Sundays / No On Call 

A proudly independent, family-run small animal practice in East Devon are looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly, supportive team. With true clinical freedom, a relaxed but high-standard working environment, and one of the only independent setups left locally, this is a brilliant opportunity for a Vet who values autonomy, balance and being genuinely listened to.
 

The Practice

Based a stones throw from beautiful coastline and the city of Exeter, this small but busy practice has built a strong reputation and a loyal client base in the local area. The team includes: 1 lead vet, 2 RVNs + Support team. 

Facilities include two consult rooms, a dedicated theatre, digital X-ray, inhouse laboratory, ultrasound, in-house orthopaedics with a visiting specialist, and a full range of modern equipment.

The culture is relaxed, flexible and people-focused; they understand life happens, and communication and collaboration are genuinely valued. Due to continued growth, they’re now looking for an additional Vet to join the team.
 

The Role

This is an adaptable position suitable for part-time or full-time applicants:

• Minimum 3 days per week – up to 5 days if preferred

• Saturdays: Ideally an equal share of the rota (1:2), 9am–12pm but flexible for the right person

• No Sundays, Bank Holidays or OOH

• Mix of consulting and surgery

• Some sole charge required (but with a highly supportive team)
   

The practice is also Home Office–approved for sponsorship, so can consider overseas-qualified candidates with RCVS registration.

Hours & Salary

• Salary: £35,000 – £65,000 DOE

• Full-time or part-time options available

• Paid overtime
   

Benefits

• 20 days annual leave + all Bank Holidays

• Generous CPD allowance (~£1,000 per year)

• VDS cover paid

• BVA membership paid

• Company pension

• Staff discounts

• Supportive, independent working environment
   

About You

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon (required)

• Comfortable with both consults and surgery

• Confident with occasional sole charge

• Enjoys working collaboratively in a small, friendly team

• Looking for an independent setting with real clinical freedom
   

Interested?

If you'd like to explore this independent opportunity in beautiful East Devon, get in touch and I’ll happily share more details or arrange an informal chat with the owner.

Contact Me Today ⬇️
📩 Emma.Pring@gvcvets.com
📞 01392 793 199