Veterinary Surgeon - Merthyr Tydfil

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Merthyr Tydfil; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join their team. The role offers diverse clinical cases across three well-equipped practices, competitive salary up to £70,000, and flexible working options. Ideal candidates will be RCVS registered with strong surgical and medical skills and a passion for mentorship in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous salary up to £70,000

Private Medical Insurance

Health cash plan

Life Assurance 3 x salary

5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Clinical CPD funding

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• RCVS-registered Vet with strong clinical experience.
• Confident in both surgery and medicine.
• Collaborative team player and clear communicator.

Responsibilities

• Work across three well-equipped practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues and nurses to deliver patient care.
• Mentor junior staff and develop clinical interests.

Skills

Clinical experience

Surgery and medicine skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Mentorship ability

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon - Merthyr Tydfil

• Diverse Clinical Caseload – Work across three well-equipped practices, including a busy ECC-first opinion site with advanced imaging and surgical facilities
• Supportive, Skilled Team – Collaborate with certificate-holding colleagues and experienced nurses who undertake Schedule 3 procedures
• Career Development & Mentorship – Opportunity to mentor junior staff and develop your own clinical interests within a high-standard practice
• Flexible Working Options – Full-time or part-time roles available with flexibility to support work-life balance
• Generous benefits package – Superb salary up to £70,000 and relocation support

Passionate About Surgery and Medicine? I Have Got the Role for You!

An exciting opportunity awaits an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving group of three practices across South East Wales—two of which are proudly RCVS accredited.

Whether you're looking to refine your ECC skills in a busy, well-equipped main practice (complete with operating theatre, imaging suite, and VVS ultrasound support), or thrive in the community feel of two supportive, modern branch practices, this role offers the perfect blend of challenge and career development.

You’ll work alongside a Surgery and Dentistry Certificate Holder, a committed team of Vets, and highly capable Nurses who actively perform Schedule 3 procedures—all united in delivering exceptional patient care.

What I Am Looking For:
RCVS-registered Vet with strong clinical experience
Confident in both surgery and medicine
A collaborative team player and clear communicator
Keen to mentor, lead, and share knowledge

Flexible hours available – full time or part time – to suit your lifestyle.

If you’re looking to grow your career in a supportive, dynamic environment where your skills are truly valued, get in touch today for an informal chat. This could be your next big move.

The Package:

• A superb salary of up to £55,000 to £70,000
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash plan (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service
• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days’ paid leave
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit www.purovets.com

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-46305