Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Armstrong Vets; Abergavenny; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

CPD allowance

Health plan

RCVS membership

VDS cover

Parental leave pay

Cycle to Work

Company sick pay

Annual pay reviews

Career progression

Job summary

Abbey Vets in South Wales is seeking a confident, first opinion, all-round GP Vet to join our close-knit, forward-thinking team in Abergavenny. We offer clinical freedom with strong internal case support, a four-day week, and flexible patterns to fit a balanced life.

We provide 24-hour on-site nurse-led care, modern in-house equipment, ongoing development support including certificates, and a supportive VetPartners benefits package with generous CPD, holiday, and wellness options.

Job description

Join a Supportive Team in Beautiful South Wales

Make a Real Impact – With a Team That’s Got Your Back

Looking for a practice where your ideas are valued, your development is a priority, and your work-life balance is protected?

Then we could have the role for you!

Abbey Vets has a fantastic opportunity for a confident, first opinion, all round GP Vet to join our close-knit, forward-thinking team.

We’re looking for someone who can bring their skills and experience to the table.

Our Practice:

• 4 RCVS-accredited branches with recent refurbishments
• All sites are well-equipped with in house blood machines, ultrasound and X-ray
• Abergavenny is our main hub, and has the benefit of newly bought DR X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, laser therapy, and blood gas machines
• 24-hour on site nurse-led in-patient care Monday–Friday
• Clinical freedom with excellent internal case support
• Strong team of 12 vets, including cert holders in Medicine & Radiology + visiting Specialists

So why join Abbey Vets?

• Strong team spirit – We look out for each other, celebrate wins, and support each other through tough days.
• Genuine work-life balance – No skipping lunch breaks or taking work home. We build admin time into your day.
• Career development – Thinking about a certificate? We’ll fully support it. Prefer to lead or specialise? We’ll help you grow.
• Family-friendly – We work with you to make being both a vet and a parent possible.
• A place to enjoy work – From team socials to daily dog walks (optional!) and downtime spaces at every branch.

Some comments from our team:

I started at Abbey in September 2022 following a career break. Coming back into practice initially seemed daunting but was made much easier with a friendly and supportive team. There is a collaborative approach to cases and fabulous nursing and admin support. There are new ultrasound and x-ray systems, and time built into the day for work ups and admin. Flexibility with hours and a family friendly approach has allowed me to find a better work life balance. R, joined us in 2022

Starting at Abbey Vets as a New Grad has been a great experience and has helped me to develop my skills and confidence in both surgical and medical cases. Being part of a great team of both more experienced vets, and vets at my experience level means there is a great range of support to draw from, and the environment encourages learning and improving skills. E, joined us in 2021

More about this fantastic opportunity:

• Salary – up to £65,000 per annum (pro rata)
• Full-time (4-day week) – part-time considered. We are also open to flexible working patterns, as it is more important for us to find the right candidate who will fit in with our team
• Participation in our Saturday rota 1:5 and support our on-call rota for inpatients only 1:6. (Mon-Fri only, no nights on call on Sat/Sun/BH’s). Dedicated night RVN on site to provide routine meds/care.
• 8.45am start. Last appointment 6.15pm
• 15-minute appointments

Life in South Wales:

Nestled on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, Abergavenny was named Best Place to Live in Wales by The Sunday Times - and for good reason! Great food, lively community, and beautiful surroundings make it a great place to live and work.

Close to Bristol and Cardiff (45 mins)andLondon (2.5 hrs).

As part of the VetPartners family our excellent range of benefits includes (pro rata):

• 28 days holiday including bank hols (based on 4 days/week)
• £1750 CPD allowance per annum plus 5 days
• Health Cash Plan – wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments – from dentistry to sports massage
• RCVS Membership paid and two other membership subscriptions
• VDS cover
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay
• Discounted veterinary fees
• One day paid for volunteering (your choice of where)
• Offers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel, entertainment and much more
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Company sick pay
• Annual pay reviews
• Focus on employee wellbeing
• Career progression opportunities
• CPD/training support
• Octopus Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme available (subject to eligibility criteria)

Join an Employer of the Year! VetPartners has been recognised for outstanding team culture and support.

6.6 weeks paid holiday including bank holidays£1750 CPD Allowance per annum, Health plan - wide ranging contributions for health and wellbeing treatments - from dentistry to sports massageRCVS Membership paid, two other membership subscriptionsVDS coverEnhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy payDiscounted veterinary feesOffers, discounts and cashback on shopping, travel,entertainment and much moreCycle to Work schemeCPD/training supportCompany sick payColleague engagement surveyAnnual pay reviewsFocus on employee wellbeingCareer progression opportunities