Vet Surgeon – Friendly and Welcoming Independent – Cardiff
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Veterinary Surgeon – Come Love Your Job Again
Cardiff | £45,000–£70,000 + bonus | 4-Day Week | No OOH
Are you looking for a practice where you’re genuinely supported, listened to, and excited to come to work?
Join a forward-thinking, independently owned small animal practice just outside Cardiff city centre. We’re growing and seeking an enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly, collaborative team. Whether you’re building confidence or ready to progress clinically, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
The Role:
Full-time, 40 hours over 4 days per week
No night shifts, supported by a dedicated 24-hour OOH team
First-opinion small animal consultations
Routine and non-routine surgery
Medical case management
Emergency cases (during normal hours)
Work alongside a genuinely supportive, experienced team
You’ll Need:
Veterinary degree (MRCVS)
RCVS registration
Confidence in routine small animal medicine and surgery
Comfortable with emergencies (or keen to grow your confidence)
Team player with a positive attitude and sense of humour
Based in England/Wales or happy to relocate
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
£45,000–£70,000 DOE + bonus
4-day week with no OOH
29 days annual leave + Birthday Leave
5 days paid CPD + generous allowance, certificate support encouraged
RCVS & VDS fees paid
Paid lunch breaks, gym membership, free uniform, on-site parking
Discounted treatment for staff pets
UK pension scheme (5% employee / 3% employer)
Profit sharing
Modern, well-equipped practice with state-of-the-art facilities
Friendly, close-knit, and supportive team culture
We’re independent, progressive, and people-focused. Great patient care starts with happy, supported clinicians — if that’s important to you, this is the place to thrive.