Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Lakeside Veterinary Surgery; Swansea; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated veterinary practice in Swansea is looking for a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join its collaborative team. The role offers flexible working hours, an opportunity for career development, and high standards of patient care. With a competitive salary up to £65,000 based on experience, this is an exciting chance to contribute to a growing practice while enjoying a work-life balance.

Benefits

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

CPD allowance of £550

Birthday as a paid day off

Discounted gym membership

Qualifications

• Registered Veterinary Surgeon with RCVS.
• Experience in emergency and routine veterinary care.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of patient care.
• Participate in clinical decision-making.
• Contribute to the growth of the practice.

Skills

Veterinary Medicine

Surgical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Tools

Veterinary Equipment

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a passionate and supportive Veterinary Surgeon to join our team at Lakeside Vets in Llansamlet. You’ll be working alongside our Practice Manager and Clinical Director as part of a collaborative, friendly team, contributing to clinical decision-making and delivering high standards of patient care. We are flexible with hours and happy to accommodate part-time schedules, with no out-of-hours requirements. As a host practice for Vets Now, our partnership has been incredibly successful - our patients have greatly benefited, and our staff enjoy the advantages too. We welcome candidates with specific areas of interest and are committed to supporting career development. While this role is not advertised as senior, we are also open to applications from Senior Veterinary Surgeons. This is a growth-focused recruitment, not a replacement, as we continue to expand our practice.

About Us

At Lakeside Vets, we’re a close-knit team of 11 passionate professionals, looking to expand as we grow. Our small team values collaboration, and we’re excited to find someone who shares this and wants to be part of our supportive environment.

Located in Llansamlet, Swansea, we’re just 5 minutes from junctions 43 and 44 of the M4, and a short drive from Swansea Beach and the Gower Peninsula. Our location offers the perfect mix of convenience and natural beauty.

We handle a varied caseload, including routine appointments and critical cases through Vets Now. With new equipment and exciting building developments underway, it’s an exciting time to join us.

Working Hours

• 5 days, 8 hours per day, or
• 4 days, 10 hours per day (Monday to Friday).
• We are also open to part-time hours to suit your needs.
• Requirement to work 1 in 3 Saturdays from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm, with time off in lieu during the week.

Why Join Us?

Work-Life Balance That Really Works

• Enjoy a 4-day working week option for true work/life balance.
• Located just off Junction 43/44 of the M4, within easy reach of Swansea and the stunning Gower Peninsula.
• Participate in a shared weekend rota, evenly split across the team.

A Practice That Supports You

• Join a friendly and collaborative team of 11, including 2 vets and a supportive Clinical Director.
• Our nursing and support staff are second to none - they pull together and look out for each other.
• We’re committed to ongoing development, both individually and as a team - your growth matters to us.
• As a host practice to Vets Now, our patients benefit from seamless emergency care, and our team benefits from trusted out-of-hours support.

Because Our Employees Matter

• We recognise that our people are fundamental to our success. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from:

• Work-Life Balance
• 6.6 weeks annual leave
• Increasing holiday allowance based on length of service
• Your birthday as a paid day off

• Wellbeing
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental, and surrogacy pay
• Private Medical Insurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing, including discounted gym membership
• Non-accidental injury support

• Development
• £550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon - our online encyclopaedia provider
• Research funding applications available for all vets and nurses
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

• Professional Memberships
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees paid

Salary up to £65,000 /year DOE