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Small Animal Vet Opportunity in Beautiful Cornwall

  • Location

    Callington

  • Sector:

    Veterinary Surgeon

  • Job type:

    Permanent Full-Time

  • Start date:

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  • End date:

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  • Salary:

    £44,000 – £60,000 p/a (DOE)

  • Contact:

    Holly Walsh

  • Contact email:

    info@recruit4vets.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    JN -042025-32926

  • Published:

    about 1 month ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-08-24

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon in a highly reputable practice in the Callington area of Cornwall. The practice is seeking a dedicated professional who is keen to become part of a hardworking team and contribute to the outstanding care they have been providing for over 65 years.

The Role:

  • The role is full-time and includes participation in a Saturday rota.
  • The successful candidate will be based at their three branches in Cornwall
  • There will be occasional out-of-hours inpatient care.

The Candidate:

  • The ideal candidate will be confident in all standard Small Animal Vet duties, able to take sole charge, and deliver excellent client service.
  • A key part of the role is mentoring and guiding new and recent graduates, fostering a supportive and collaborative environment.
  • If you are a team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering the highest standards of care, this could be the ideal role for you.

Support:

The practice is committed to career development and offers a generous CPD budget and time off. Certificates and special interests are actively encouraged, and there is access to a learning hub and specialists as part of the Group family.

About the Practice:

  • The practice has three small animal branches and two farm branches, with the majority of services based out of Callington.
  • It is equipped to work up medical and surgical cases and maintains good relationships with local referral practices.
  • The team comprises eight vets, with an excellent support team of nurses and receptionists. Weekly clinical meetings promote a strong team ethos, and the practice fosters a family atmosphere with social activities planned throughout the year.
  • The practice is located in an area rich in history and outdoor activities, with beautiful beaches, coastal walks, and Dartmoor just a short distance away. For those who enjoy city life, Plymouth is within easy reach.

Salary: The position offers a salary range of £44,000 – £60,000 p/a depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

  • 6.6 weeks' paid holiday, including bank holidays
  • £1750 CPD Allowance per annum
  • Health Shield – contributions for health and wellbeing treatments
  • RCVS Membership paid and two other membership subscriptions
  • VDS cover
  • Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay
  • Discounted veterinary fees
  • My Perks – offers, discounts, and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • CPD/training support
  • Company sick pay
  • Annual pay reviews
  • Focus on employee wellbeing
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Membership of St Mellion Health Club, Spa & Golf Course

Ref: JN -042025-32926