Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal (6 months Fixed Term)
Otter Vets in East Devon is looking for a small animal veterinary surgeon to cover a 6‑month maternity leave. The role includes first‑opinion work, small animal consults and surgical caseloads, with opportunity to mentor junior colleagues. Flexible shifts are available, including part‑time options, and a relocation allowance of up to £5,000 is offered.
Responsibilities
* First opinion consultations and small animal surgical caseloads.
* Mentorship of junior staff.
* Operate within a rota pattern typically 10 hours across 4 days per week with 1:4 Saturday mornings.
* Participation in local charity events and community engagement.
Benefits
* Up to 6.6 weeks annual leave (increasing with length of service)
* Birthday paid day off
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced family‑friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, surrogacy)
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Non‑accidental injury support
* £1,250 CPD allowance
* Learning and development via IVC Evidensia
* Access to Vetlexicon and research funding opportunities
* £1,000 per annum Care Fund
* Infection Prevention and Control programme
* Quality Improvement programme
* BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fee provided
* Pension: 5% employee / 3% employer
* Staff pet‑care discounts
* Pawsome Benefits reward gateway discounts
Salary up to £65,000 FTE DOE.
We are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and will discuss reasonable adjustments.
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