Locum Veterinary Surgeon - Devon
| Company: | Purosearch |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £400 to £500 a day |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | EX6 7TE |
| Working pattern: | On-site |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Posting date: | 7 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 7 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Locum Veterinary Surgeon – Devon
£400 – £500 per day | Flexible Hours | Independent Practice
An exciting opportunity has become available for a
Locum Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, independent small animal practice in beautiful Mid-Devon on a flexible locum basis.
This community-focused practice is seeking an experienced and personable Vet to support the team across a selection of dates throughout May and June. The role offers a varied caseload with a mixture of consultations and routine surgery, alongside the support of an experienced clinical and non-clinical team. Importantly, there is
no sole charge required.
The Role
The successful Locum Veterinary Surgeon will enjoy:
• A mixture of consults and operations
• 15-minute consultations, with longer appointments for complex cases
• Routine and emergency surgeries
• Thorough medical workups with access to excellent diagnostics
• Preventative healthcare and client education
• Working collaboratively within a supportive and passionate team
Working Hours
• 9:00am – 6:00pm
• Hours are negotiable for the right candidate
Locum Dates Available
3 days per week ongoing ( Flexible days around candidates suitability )
Rate & Payment
• £400 – £500 per day depending on experience
• All forms of payment accepted
About the Practice
This independent veterinary practice is proud to offer personalised patient care within a welcoming and collaborative environment. The recently refurbished practice is fully equipped with:
• Digital x-ray
• Ultrasound
• In-house laboratory facilities (Idexx/Axiom)
• Access to visiting specialists
The successful candidate will work alongside a knowledgeable and supportive team of experienced Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs, ANAs, and dedicated support staff.
Location
Situated in stunning rural Mid-Devon, the practice offers the perfect balance of rewarding clinical work and countryside living, surrounded by rolling hills, charming villages, and vibrant local communities.
Ideal Candidate
The practice is looking for a Veterinary Surgeon who is:
• Confident with routine consults and surgery
• Friendly, approachable, and team-oriented
• Passionate about delivering high-quality patient and client care
• Comfortable working within a collaborative environment
This is an excellent opportunity for a Locum Vet seeking flexibility, strong clinical support, and a welcoming independent practice environment in Devon.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email
m.pinder@purovets.com
You can also WhatsApp us at
WhatsApp - Purovets and we are always happy to answer any questions you may have about our great opportunities.
To view all our vacancies, please visit
https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.
Ref no: JOB-58858