Veterinary surgeon - small animal

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal – Deane Vets – Taunton, Somerset

Up to £70,000 DOE, up to £5,000 welcome bones, up to £5,000 relocation allowance

Deane Vets are excited to welcome a Veterinary Surgeon to our busy and friendly GP practice, caring for a wonderfully varied caseload including cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries and even the occasional tortoise.

This role offers a great balance between consultations and surgery, with flexibility for those who prefer a consult-only position. Every day brings something different, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality, compassionate care to both patients and clients. Located close to the main high street, our purpose-built practice has recently undergone a full refurbishment, creating a modern and welcoming space to work.

Our surgical caseload is largely routine, covering dentals, lump removals and a variety of soft tissue procedures, but there is plenty of scope to develop your clinical interests. You will be encouraged to work cases up thoroughly, build confidence at your own pace and enjoy continuity wherever possible.

Support is always close by, with experienced vets on hand to mentor and guide. We're also well equipped with ultrasound, dental X-ray, DR X-ray (SignalPET), a full in-house lab, microscopy and cytology to help you deliver excellent care.

You will be joining a genuinely friendly and supportive team of five vets, eight RVNs and a fantastic client care team who value collaboration, kindness and a positive working environment. We actively encourage professional development and are happy to support certificate training.

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe's leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment - at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

• Full-time hours are worked across four days between 8:30am and 7:00pm, with part-time applications welcomed.
• The out-of-hours rota is a manageable 1 in 6 weekend commitment (8:00am-7:00pm), with RVN support throughout. Rotas are thoughtfully planned, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, 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 capabilitiesA 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 & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets

Up to £70,000 DOE