Job Description

Salary up to 65,000 DOE



A Practice with Deep Roots and a Warm Welcome



Penmellyn Vets is a six-site small animal practice based in the heart of mid Cornwall, proudly serving the local community for over 130 years. We are looking for a veterinary surgeon to join our friendly, supportive team who values the client journey as much as excellent patient care and wants to be part of a practice that truly puts people and pets first.



A Varied Caseload That Keeps Things Interesting



Our clients bring us cats, dogs, rabbits, small furries and the occasional local wildlife needing help. You can expect a healthy and rewarding balance between consultations and surgery, with a genuine openness to supporting your clinical interests. Our central hospital in St Columb Major is supported by satellite surgeries in St Austell, Newquay, Pool, Bodmin and Padstow, giving variety without losing that close-knit feel.



Hospital-Level Facilities at Your Fingertips



As a hospital practice that accepts referrals, our surgical caseload ranges from routine procedures through to orthopaedics and advanced soft tissue work. You will have access to an impressive array of equipment including CT, laparoscopy, endoscopy, digital and dental X-ray, laser therapy and more, all designed to help you practice to a high clinical standard.



Designed for People as Well as Patients



Our purpose-built hospital features a large, welcoming reception, six consultation rooms (including a dedicated RVN consult room), a spacious central prep area with four theatres, dedicated dental and scanning suites, separate kennels, cattery and isolation wards, and a fully equipped in-house IDEXX laboratory. There are also comfortable office spaces, a well-equipped staff room and a large on-site car park to make day-to-day life that little bit easier.



Balance That Respects Your Life Outside Work



This is a full time position working over 4 days a week. You will partake in a 1:5 weekend rota 8:30am - 4pm where you will get time off during the week. There is no OOH or on call and part time applications are welcome.



A Team That Has Your Back



You'll be joining a team of 28 vets supported by an experienced group of RVNs and a client care team led by our practice manager. We are proud to have certificate holders and advanced practitioners in orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery, ECC, cardiology and medicine, alongside visiting specialists in ophthalmology and cardiology. If you're interested in working towards a certificate of your own, we would be very happy to support you.



Life in and Around Cornwall



Living and working in Cornwall means stunning coastlines, beautiful countryside and a lifestyle many only dream of. Whether you love surfing, coastal walks, wild swimming, great food or simply slowing the pace of life, Cornwall offers space to breathe and a real sense of community, all while doing a job you love.



Because our people 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 balance

6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays pro rata

Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday



Wellbeing

Private 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



Development

1250 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 Memberships

BVA membership

VDS cover

RCVS fees



Colleague Benefits

Company 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 65,000 DOE



We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.