At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a passionate team in providing exceptional care for small animals.
- Company: Join the UK's number one vet care provider, Otter Vets.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, relocation allowance, and generous holiday.
- Other info: Experience life in beautiful Sidmouth with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on animal health while shaping your own practice.
- Qualifications: Strong clinical experience and mentoring skills are essential.
Otter Vets - Sidmouth, Devon
Salary up to £80,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and Welcome Bonus up to £5,000
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK's number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
Are you an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready for the next step in your career? At Otter Vets, part of IVC, we're looking for a confident and ambitious Lead Vet to take the reins of our practice. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established team, bring your ideas to the table and truly make the practice your own, helping to shape its future and grow its success.
A Role Where Your Experience Matters
We're looking for someone with strong clinical experience and a genuine interest in supporting and developing a team. Experience mentoring colleagues would be highly valued, and a Vet GDP qualification would be advantageous. You'll have the freedom to develop your own areas of interest, with support available if you'd like to pursue a certificate. When additional expertise or facilities are needed, you'll have access to support from our sister site at New Street, as well as the wider Otter team across our 3 sites.
A Varied Caseload with Room to Grow
Our caseload is a lovely mix of predominantly cats and dogs, with a small number of small furries. Days are well balanced between consultations and surgery, with dedicated admin time built into each day so you can keep on top of your notes without feeling rushed. Routine surgeries are performed on set operating days, and you'll have the ability to refer cases whenever needed. We're well equipped with digital X-ray, ultrasound, a tonometer and an IDEXX suite, while our fantastic nursing team supports both surgery and consultations and runs their own nurse clinics. At New Street, you'll also have access to dental X-ray facilities.
Flexibility That Works for You
This is a full-time role working 40 hours over four or five days, with just one in four Saturday mornings (8:30am-1pm). There are no out-of-hours or on-call requirements. We're also happy to consider part-time applicants looking to work 30 hours or more.
Discover Life in Sidmouth
Based on Devon's stunning Jurassic Coast, Sidmouth offers the perfect blend of beautiful beaches, countryside and traditional seaside charm. With excellent schools, a variety of shops and cafés with plenty of outdoor activities on your doorstep, it's an appealing place to call home. Exeter is also within easy reach, making Sidmouth a fantastic option for those looking to relocate and enjoy a great quality of life without sacrificing access to a vibrant city.
How We'll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we're committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you'll benefit from:
- Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership and specialist roles
- Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC Academy training centres and role-relevant courses
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches and peer networks
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
- BVA membership, VDS cover and RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
We're committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal employer: Otter Vets, Sidmouth
At Otter Vets, we pride ourselves on being a leading employer in the veterinary field, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the wellbeing and development of our team. With clear career pathways, generous benefits including a competitive salary, relocation allowance, and extensive training opportunities, we empower our staff to thrive both professionally and personally. Located in the picturesque Sidmouth, you'll enjoy a fulfilling career while embracing a vibrant community and stunning natural surroundings.
