Night Veterinary Surgeon

Animal Trust (UK); Cwmbran; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks holiday per year

52 weeks sickness benefit

Private health care after qualifying period

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Visa sponsorship available

Cycle to work scheme

E-car scheme

Store discounts through Perkbox

Staff discount 20%

Contributory pension scheme 4%

Enhanced maternity and paternity package

Employee assistance programme

Funded CPD

Job summary

Animal Trust (UK) is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for its Night Service in Cwmbran, Wales. This role involves delivering thorough veterinary care during night shifts while collaborating closely with the day team to maintain continuity of care.

The successful candidate will be a Registered Veterinary Surgeon and possess strong empathy for patients and their owners, with a passion for Emergency and Critical Care. Various schedule options are available to accommodate different work preferences.

Comprehensive benefits including generous holidays, health care, and CPD funding are provided.

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with the required statutory registration.
• Experience or enthusiasm for Emergency and Critical Care.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive veterinary care during the night shift.
• Collaborate closely with the day team to ensure continuity of patient care.
• Manage varied caseload with excellent communication.

Skills

Emergency and Critical Care

Teamwork

Communication Skills

Empathy

Education

Registered Veterinary Surgeon with statutory registration

Job description

Location: Cwmbran, Wales – opening early 2027.

Position: Veterinary Surgeon – Night Service

About the role

You will be responsible for delivering comprehensive veterinary care during the night shift, working 18:30‑07:30hrs, and collaborating closely with our day team to ensure continuity of patient care.

Qualifications and Expected Attributes

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with statutory registration.
• Experience or enthusiasm for Emergency and Critical Care.
• Strong empathy for pet owners and patients.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to work a varied caseload and grow technical skills.
• Excellent teamwork and communication with the day team.
• Commitment to the social mission of a community‑focused veterinary practice.

Schedule and Working Hours

Night shift: 18:30 to 07:30hrs. Both part‑time and full‑time rota options are available to suit candidates.

Benefits

• 6 weeks holiday per year
• 52 weeks sickness benefit
• Private health care after qualifying period
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Visa sponsorship available
• Cycle to work scheme
• E‑car scheme
• Store discounts through Perkbox
• Staff discount 20%
• Contributory pension scheme 4%
• Enhanced maternity and paternity package
• Employee assistance programme
• Funded CPD