Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

VC Evidensia UK; Cwmbran; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks’ holiday

Private medical insurance

BVA membership

Support for continuous professional development

Job summary

VC Evidensia UK is looking for a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon to join their small animal practice in Cwmbran, Wales. The role involves delivering high-quality patient care and contributing to a collaborative clinical environment. The practice offers a supportive culture, flexible working patterns, and a commitment to your professional growth with funding for ongoing education. Benefits include 6.6 weeks of holiday, private medical insurance, and more. Relocation support available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Registered with the RCVS or eligible to register.
• Experience in clinical practice with growing confidence in medical and surgical cases.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standard of patient and client care across varied caseload.
• Develop clinical skills and contribute positively to the practice's culture.
• Support ongoing development of colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Proactive learning approach

Ability to build relationships

Professionalism and reliability

Education

Veterinary degree

Job description

Wellpets Avondale, Cwmbran, Cwmbran, Wales

Join our growing small animal practice with two well‑equipped sites and a close‑knit team that takes pride in fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. Our vets bring a wealth of experience, working alongside dedicated veterinary nurses and support staff who share a strong commitment to animal welfare. We prioritise open communication and teamwork, ensuring that everyone’s voice is valued.

Our Summerdale branch is based in Cwmbran, a well‑connected town offering easy access to local amenities, green spaces, and excellent transport links. Newport is just 10–15 minutes away, with Cardiff within easy reach, making it an ideal base whether you prefer city life, coast, or countryside. If you're looking to relocate to the area we can support the right candidate with a relocation allowance of up to £8,000, making your move as easy as possible.

The practice is well equipped to support excellent clinical standards and confident decision‑making, with modern, in‑house facilities including:

• Comprehensive laboratory equipment, including biochemistry and haematology analysers, SNAP test reader, centrifuge, microscope, haematocrit testing and Diff‑Quick staining
• Advanced diagnostic and monitoring tools such as ultrasound, Doppler blood pressure monitoring, pulse oximetry, multiparameter monitoring and a Bair Hugger warming system
• A fully equipped dental suite, including dental machine and dental X‑ray
• Digital X‑ray facilities for high‑quality imaging and diagnostics

IVC Evidensia is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners.

At IVC Evidensia, we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a Primary Care Veterinary Surgeon, you’ll work collaboratively with the wider practice team to deliver a high standard of patient and client care across a varied and rewarding caseload.

You’ll continue to develop your clinical skills and interests while sharing your knowledge and experience with colleagues, contributing positively to the clinical culture of the practice. You’ll be an integral member of the clinical team, delivering excellent care and supporting the ongoing development of those around you.

We genuinely value work‑life balance and are happy to tailor rota patterns to suit your lifestyle. We can offer:

• Full time hours, up to 40 per week
• Part time hours, including short days and later start times
• 1 in 5 Saturdays (negotiable)
• No out‑of‑hours requirements

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

• A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility to register) with the RCVS
• Experience working in clinical practice with growing confidence in routine medical and surgical cases
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues
• A proactive approach to learning, with openness to feedback and development
• Professionalism, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively

How We’ll Support You

At IVC Evidensia, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
• Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
• A collaborative, values‑led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets

At IVC Evidensia we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, and we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome candidates with disabilities and long‑term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.