Job Description

Consult only Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
Powderham Veterinary Group, Torquay, South West
Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Salary up to 60,000 DOE FTE



Veterinary Surgeon - Exciting Reopening of Powderham Vets

Location: Devon, UK
Hours: Full-time or part-time (16-40 hours/week)
Practice Group: Powderham Vets (closely aligned with Kingsteignton Vets and South Devon Veterinary Hospital)

Exciting Opportunity To Shape The Future Of Powderham Vets

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a confident and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to play a fundamental part in shaping the future of this growing practice.

At Powderham Vets, we believe in 'Healthy Animals, Happy Owners' and that starts with having a compassionate, skilled, and supported team. We're currently looking for a Consult-Only Vet to join our forward-thinking practice, with a focus on delivering frameworks to provide high-quality clinical care.

This role is ideal for a vet who enjoys building strong relationships with clients, guiding treatment plans, and making a meaningful impact without the pressure of surgery or out-of-hours.

Join Our Team - Embrace Flexible Working

At Powderham, we understand that a fulfilling veterinary career and a healthy work-life balance can go hand in hand. That's why we offer flexible working options to support our team - because caring for animals starts with caring for our people. We have a dedicated out of hours provider to ensure we can all go home without the commitment to an emergency phone line.

Whether you're looking for part-time hours, a four-day week, or support with school pickups, we'll work with you to find a pattern that fits.

Modern Facilities & Supportive Network

The Powderham sites are well equipped, and you'll have the benefit of working alongside the wider group -- with access to:CT Scanner Advanced ultrasound and imaging suite Dental and digital x-ray Endoscopy and in-house lab 24-hour hospital support from South Devon Veterinary Hospital


We actively encourage clinical interests and referrals within the group -- supporting your continued professional growth and development

A Team That Cares for You

Our close-knit, PSS-accredited practices have served the community for over 30 years, and we're proud that many of our team members have stayed with us long-term. We're committed to a culture of support, openness, and continuous improvement -- and we're always open to new ideas for clinical excellence and team wellbeing. Working closely with South Devon Vet Hospital and Kingsteignton Vets means you'll be well supported, can utilise all facilities and knowledge as well as sharing cases between the group.

Live Where Others Holiday

With Dartmoor and the coast on your doorstep, this is a dream location for anyone who enjoys the outdoors, from paddleboarding and wild swimming to hiking, cycling, or just unwinding on the beach. Whether you're relocating or already lucky enough to live locally, we can help you settle in.

What's Next?

Still reading - why not click apply? You will be contacted by Maizie, our Talent Partner, who will guide you through our recruitment process and answer any questions you may have about this opportunity.

Because our employees matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday


WellbeingPrivate Medical Insurance Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing


Development1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding All our Vets get 1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme


Professional MembershipsBVA membership RCVS fee VDS cover


Colleague BenefitsCompany pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Salary up to 60,000 FTE DOE