Clinical Lead/Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal in Torquay

Clinical Lead/Senior Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal

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Salary up to £82,500

Ready for the Next Step in Your Veterinary Career?

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join our supportive team at Powderham Veterinary Group. This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career by contributing to both clinical excellence and the development of our team. You\’ll work closely with South Devon Veterinary Hospital & Kingsteignton Veterinary Group too, with lots of opportunities to grow within your role.

Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia

At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people – across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we work together to care for around 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose – Healthy Animals, Happy Owners – we’re proud to champion long‑term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

About The Role

In this leadership role, you will support the Practice Director in guiding the practice and nurturing our team. Responsibilities can be tailored depending on the site and your interests, but may include:

• Rota management
• Supporting clinical team
• Helping drive clinical standards and decision‑making

Work‑Life Balance That Works for You

• 4‑day working week for genuine work/life balance
• Based across 4 sites
• Participation in the weekend rota, shared evenly among the team

Fantastic Facilities & Supportive Team

• 3 satellite branches, each with its own established team and loyal clients
• Access to South Devon Veterinary Referrals with Ophthalmology team, Orthopaedic surgeon, and Cardiac service plus you would assist to develop our other referral facilities
• A culture of support, wellbeing, and continuous professional development

You Matter to Us – Your Benefits at a Glance

Work‑life Balance & Wellbeing

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays – plus your birthday off
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family‑friendly leave and pay
• 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD
• Certificate and advanced learning support & Access to Vetlexicon online resources
• World leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets

Salary up to £82,500 FTE DOE