Veterinary Surgeon - Your development is a priority

Looking for a practice where your ideas are valued, your development is a priority, and your work-life balance is protected? Then this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a confident, first-opinion, all GP Veterinary Surgeon to join a close-knit and forward-thinking team in South Wales. The practice is particularly keen to hear from candidates with a surgical bias or an interest in developing advanced surgical skills.

About the Practice

• Four RCVS-accredited branches, all recently refurbished
• Well-equipped sites with in-house blood machines, ultrasound, and digital X-ray
• The main hub benefits from newly installed DR X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, laser therapy, and blood gas machines
• 24-hour on-site nurse-led inpatient care (Monday-Friday)
• Strong team of 12 vets, including certificate holders in Medicine and Radiology, plus visiting Specialists
• Surgical mentorship available from a CertAVP holder to support further surgical development

The team is proud of its collaborative spirit, combining clinical freedom with excellent peer support and a shared commitment to exceptional patient care.

Why Join This Team?

• Strong team culture: A supportive environment where colleagues celebrate wins and support one another through challenges
• True work-life balance: Protected admin time, no skipped breaks, and a structured working day
• Career development: Fully supported certificate funding and opportunities to lead or specialise
• Family-friendly approach: Flexible working patterns to suit individual needs
• A great place to work: From team socials to optional dog walks and comfortable downtime spaces at each branch

The Role

• Salary up to £65,000 per annum (pro rata), dependent on experience and surgical interest
• Full-time (4-day week) or part-time considered - flexible working options available
• Saturday rota: 1 in 5
• Inpatient-only on-call support: 1 in 6 (Monday-Friday only, no nights or weekends)
• Dedicated night RVN on-site for routine inpatient care
• 8:45am start, last appointment 6:15pm
• 15-minute appointment blocks

Life in South Wales

Nestled on the edge of the Brecon Beacons National Park, this area offers an outstanding quality of life. The local town has been named one of the best places to live in Wales - combining great food, a vibrant community, and stunning scenery.

With Bristol and Cardiff just 45 minutes away and London within easy reach (2.5 hours), it's the ideal base for those who love the outdoors but still want urban connections.

Benefits (pro rata)

• 28 days' holiday including bank holidays (based on a 4-day week)
• £1,750 CPD allowance plus 5 days
• Health Plan - contributions towards a wide range of wellbeing treatments
• Funded RCVS, VDS, and two other memberships
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave, and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• One paid volunteering day per year
• Employee Perks- discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment, and more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company sick pay and annual pay reviews
• Visa sponsorship available
• Focus on wellbeing and colleague engagement
• Excellent opportunities for career progression

If you're looking to join a friendly, progressive team in a beautiful location where your development and work-life balance truly matter, this could be the role for you.

Visa Sponsorship Available

For further information, an informal chat, or to apply, please email Debbie Loding at or today.

You must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon and eligible to register with the RCVS to be considered for this role.