Senior Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

IVC Evidensia; Newport; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Newport is seeking a Senior Vet to provide high-quality care while mentoring junior staff. This role includes working closely with management to maintain clinical standards, contributing to the growth of the practice and ensuring a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills and enjoy hands-on veterinary work. Attractive benefits include flexible working, CPD support, and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Private medical insurance

CPD allowance and support

Work-life balance initiatives

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Confident clinician who enjoys hands-on veterinary work.
• Experience in mentoring colleagues.
• Leadership skills to support clinical standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in consultations and surgery.
• Support, mentor, and inspire junior vets and nurses.
• Maintain clinical standards and protocols.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately.
• Contribute to the growth of the practice.

Job description

Overview

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Salary up to £75,000 DOE. Welcome Bonus up to £1,000. Relocation Allowance up to £3,000.

The Role

As Senior Vet, you'll combine excellent clinical care with leadership support, working closely with the Practice Manager and wider team to ensure we continue to deliver the highest standards for our clients and their much-loved pets. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys hands-on veterinary work while mentoring colleagues, supporting the team, and helping to shape the future of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality veterinary care in both consultations and surgery
• Support, mentor, and inspire junior vets and nurses
• Work alongside the management team to maintain clinical standards and protocols
• Lead by example with clear, compassionate communication
• Contribute to the growth and ongoing success of the practice

About the Practice and Team

South Wales Vets was established over 10 years ago on Malpas Road in Newport and has grown to four branches: Risca, Abertillery & Blackwood. The main Newport site features ultrasound, endoscope, dental radiography and Idexx in-house lab equipment; branch sites have Idexx bloods, a microscope, dental equipment and theatre.

Our group Clinical Director is based at the main Newport site and is hands-on with clinical work and team support. We have many certificate-holders within our group and encourage self-development with full support from your team and financial backing from the practice. We strive for high clinical standards, evidence-based medicine, monthly morbidity and mortality meetings, regular in-house CPD, practice meetings, and a caring, sharing culture.

Our group consists of 6 vets with a mix of full- and part-time roles; nurses are on hand and comfortable with schedule 3 procedures.

Benefits and Working Arrangements

Flexible rota patterns to support work-life balance: typically a 40-hour week across 4 days with 1:4 Saturdays and no out-of-hours. Part-time applications (e.g., 3-day week) are welcome.

Work-life balance and wellbeing: 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays (plus birthday off), private medical insurance, enhanced family-friendly leave and pay, and 24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Programme.

Development: £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD, certificate and advanced learning support, access to Vetlexicon resources, World-leading IVC Evidensia Training Centres, and £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.

Professional Memberships: BVA membership, VDS cover, RCVS fees.

Colleague Benefits: Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies), retail discounts and cashback offers, and reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets.

Apply

This is a rare opportunity to step into a meaningful leadership role in a brand-new clinical environment, backed by a supportive and experienced team. Apply today or get in touch for an informal, confidential chat.