Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Alpha Veterinary Practice; Burry Port; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Burry Port is seeking a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon. This role offers flexible working hours with no out-of-hours requirements. The ideal candidate is RCVS-registered and possesses solid clinical skills. The practice values team culture, high wellbeing, and provides various benefits including CPD support and a warm team environment.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks annual leave

CPD allowance

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Confident with small animal work.
• Has solid clinical skills in diagnostics and surgery.
• Communicates clearly and values client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care to small animals.
• Maintain excellent client relationships.
• Participate in a supportive team environment.

Skills

Small animal work

Clinical skills in diagnostics

Preventative care

Teamwork

Communication

Education

RCVS registration

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal. Full-time, part-time, or flexible hours. Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (pro-rata). Welcome bonus: up to £5,000. Relocation allowance: up to £5,000.

Join Our Team

If you’re looking for a practice that values you, supports your growth, and is minutes from the sea, Alpha Veterinary Practice could be your next adventure.

Discover Veterinary Life by the Coast

Are you a dedicated Vet looking to join a friendly, supportive team in a scenic coastal setting? At Alpha Veterinary Practice, we combine excellent clinical standards with a strong team culture and work-life balance, all within walking distance of the beach. Whether you’re seeking full-time, part-time or flexible working, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Located in the picturesque town of Burry Port near Llanelli, our practice is moments from Pembrey Country Park, Blue Flag beaches, and the Gower and Pembrokeshire coastlines. The surgery is just one minute from the train station, making commuting easy and convenient. We are a small, busy practice with a fantastic community feel and modern facilities, including:

• Digital X-ray
• Dental X-ray (coming soon)
• Ultrasound
• Endoscope
• Orthopaedic kit
• IDEXX in-house lab machines
• Imagyst machine – providing external cytology reviews within 2 hours

Our clinical spaces include three consultation rooms, an operating theatre, dedicated prep area, and a combined X-ray and dental area.

The Team

We’re proud of our tight-knit and supportive team, which includes:

• 1 Clinical Director
• 2 Vets (one holds a Small Animal Acupuncture Certificate)
• 1 Head Nurse
• 3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
• 1 Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA)
• 3 Receptionists
• 1 Practice Manager

Our ethos is simple: happy staff provide the best care. We’ve fostered a working environment where wellbeing comes first and laughter is encouraged. Our recent IVC Evidensia engagement survey reflected this, with fantastic scores for team cooperation and leadership.

What We Offer

Flexible working patterns - full-time, part-time, or tailored hours to suit you

• No out-of-hours or bank holiday work
• 15-minute consults as standard
• Daily protected admin time (30 minutes)
• A warm, close-knit team environment

About You

We’re looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who:

• Is RCVS-registered and confident with small animal work
• Has solid clinical skills in diagnostics and surgery
• Values preventative care and strong client relationships
• Communicates clearly and listens actively
• Works well within a team and stays calm under pressure

Because Our People Matter

We know that looking after our team is essential. That’s why we offer:

Work-Life Balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays)
• An additional day off on your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private medical insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Mental health support
• Cycle to Work scheme & Green Car scheme

Development

• £1,250 CPD allowance + 5 days paid leave (pro rata)
• Certificate support
• Access to IVC Evidensia Academy and Vetlexicon
• £1,250 annual Care Fund allocation for patient welfare
• Research funding opportunities

Professional Fees

• RCVS registration
• BVA membership
• VDS cover

Other Benefits

• Pension scheme with employer contribution
• Discounted veterinary treatment for your pets
• Pawsome Benefits platform – access to hundreds of discounts and cashback deals

Salary up to £65,000 per year DOE