Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Date: 2026-09-17

Location: Honiton, Devon, GB, EX14 1

Application Deadline: 2026-12-16T11:40:50.487

Practice Overview

New Street Vets - Honiton, South West

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Up To £70,000 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. New Street Vets, part of ivc, is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team as we begin an exciting new chapter alongside our sister practice, Otter Vets.

Why Join Us?

Enjoy the variety of first-opinion work

Develop your clinical interests

Be surrounded by supportive colleagues

Caseload & Work Variety

No two days are the same at New Street Vets. You'll see a varied first-opinion caseload including:

Cats

Dogs

Rabbits

Small furries

Occasional chickens

Local wildlife

You'll enjoy a balance of consultations and surgery, with flexibility to focus more heavily on surgery if preferred. Opportunities to share knowledge and get involved with emergency and critical care cases are plentiful.

Practice Environment

Based in a charming converted property close to Honiton's high street, New Street Vets offers a welcoming community feel combined with modern facilities:

Dedicated consulting rooms

Dental radiography

Ultrasound machine

In-house laboratory

With a refurbishment underway, it’s an exciting time to join and be part of its future development.

The Team & Culture

You will join an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons and RVNs, supported by a dedicated Practice Manager. We value open communication and shared learning, fostering an environment where questions are encouraged, ideas exchanged, and growth supported.

Working Hours & Flexibility

Full-time hours are 40 per week, worked over four or five days. Part-time applications from 30 hours per week are also welcomed. The rota includes just 1:4 Saturday mornings (9:00am-1:00pm), with no out-of-hours or on-call duties.

Living in Honiton

Nestled in East Devon, Honiton combines market town charm with countryside living. Surrounded by rolling hills and close to the Jurassic Coast, residents enjoy beaches, scenic walks, and outdoor adventures. The town features a variety of shops and cafés and benefits from excellent transport links to Exeter, Taunton, and the wider South West.

Support & Development

We are committed to supporting your career and wellbeing with:

Clear career pathways and progression opportunities

Funded CPD, training centres, and courses

£1,250 annual Care Fund for each vet

Mentorships, clinical coaches, and peer networks

Development of clinical interests and capabilities

Values-led culture focused on care, community, and improvement

What We Offer

Private medical insurance

Enhanced family leave and pay (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy)

BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees

Cycle to Work & Green Car schemes

Retail discounts & cashback offers

Reduced-cost veterinary care for pets

We support career development, wellbeing, and access to quality learning resources, whether starting out or progressing further.

Practice Details

New Street Vets - Honiton, 62 New Street, Honiton, EX14 1BZ, United Kingdom

Equality & Inclusion

At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to diversity, equality, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we encourage applicants with disabilities and long-term health conditions and are happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Contact

For inquiries before applying, speak to Amelia Bateman from our recruitment team who can assist with any questions.

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New Street Vets - Honiton, Honiton, South WestVeterinary Surgeon - Small Animal New Street Vets - Honiton, Devon Up To £70,000 DOE, Relocation Allowance up to £5,000 and Welcome Bonus up to £5,000At 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.New Street Vets, part of ivc, is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team as we begin an exciting new chapter alongside our sister practice, Otter Vets.If you're looking for a practice where you can enjoy the variety of first-opinion work, develop your clinical interests and be surrounded by people who genuinely support one another, we'd love to hear from you.A Caseload With Plenty of VarietyNo two days are the same at New Street Vets. You'll see a varied first-opinion caseload including cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries, the
occasional chicken and even local wildlife.You'll enjoy a great balance of consultations and surgery, with the flexibility to focus more heavily on surgery if that's where your interests lie. Working alongside colleagues across both practices also means plenty of opportunities to share knowledge, broaden your experience and get involved with emergency and critical care cases.Whatever areas of veterinary medicine you're passionate about, we're keen to support you in developing them.A Friendly Practice With a Fresh New ChapterBased in a charming converted property close to Honiton's high street, New Street Vets combines a welcoming community feel with modern clinical facilities.You'll have access to dedicated consulting rooms, dental radiography, a recently installed ultrasound machine and a comprehensive in-house laboratory, giving you the tools to investigate and manage your cases confidently.With a practice refurbishment underway, it's an exciting time to join and have the
opportunity to be part of what's next for New Street Vets.A Team That Has Your BackYou'll join an experienced team of Veterinary Surgeons and RVNs, supported by a dedicated Practice Manager, who genuinely enjoy working together.We value open communication and shared learning, creating an environment where you can ask questions, exchange ideas and learn from those around you. Whether you want to develop a particular clinical interest, work towards a certificate or simply continue building your experience, your development matters to us. Flexibility That Fits Around You Full-time hours are 40 per week, worked across four or five days, with part-time applications from 30 hours per week also welcomed. The rota includes just 1:4 Saturday mornings (9:00am-1:00pm), with no out-of-hours or on-call commitments.Discover Life in Honiton Nestled in East Devon, Honiton offers the perfect blend of market town charm and countryside living. Surrounded by rolling hills and just a short
drive from the Jurassic Coast, you'll have easy access to beautiful beaches, scenic walks and endless outdoor adventures. The town is known for its variety of shops and cafés with a strong sense of community, while excellent transport links make Exeter, Taunton and the wider South West easily accessible.How We'll Support YouAt 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 rolesFunded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses£1,250 annual Care Fund for every vetAccess to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networksSupport to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilitiesA collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvementWhat We Offer Our TeamPrivate medical
insuranceEnhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacyBVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS feesCycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)Retail discounts and cashback offersReduced-cost veterinary care for your own petsWe'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.New Street Vets - Honiton62 New Street, Honiton, Honiton, EX14 1BZ, United KingdomAt IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any

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