Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - FTC

VC Evidensia UK; Newport; Hybrid; GBP 67,500 - 82,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6.6 weeks annual leave

Private Medical Insurance

£1250 CPD allowance

Cycle to Work scheme

Job summary

A prominent veterinary practice in Newport seeks a passionate Veterinary Surgeon to join their dedicated team. The ideal candidate will enjoy clinical freedom and the flexibility of a bespoke working schedule to fit their lifestyle. Responsibilities include providing veterinary care, operating, and collaborating with a skilled team. In return, a competitive salary of up to £75,000 plus relocation and welcome bonuses is offered, alongside a supportive environment focused on professional development and wellbeing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Qualified Veterinary Surgeon with the ability to consult, operate, and treat inpatients.
• Ability to communicate confidently and collaborate within a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care and treatment to patients.
• Consult with pet owners and discuss treatment options.
• Maintain the health and welfare of inpatients.

Skills

Clinical freedom

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Passionate about veterinary care

Education

Qualified Veterinary Surgeon

Job description

Alphavet Veterinary Centre, Langstone, Newport, Wales

AlphaVets, Risca and Langstone, Newport, Wales

Salary up to £75,000 DOE

Welcome bonus up to £1500

Relocation Allowance up to £1500

Shape Your Future with AlphaVets

Looking for clinical freedom, true flexibility, and real career development? At AlphaVets, we’ve built an environment where you can thrive both professionally and personally. As a Veterinary Surgeon at AlphaVets, you’ll grow your skills, be part of a passionate and supportive team, consult, operate, and treat inpatients, or opt for a consulting-only role if you prefer. Our dual-location clinics offer excellent clinical exposure, including orthopaedic work-ups and advanced laparoscopic opportunities, so you can follow your clinical interests and ambitions.

Proud to Be Part of IVC Evidensia

At IVC Evidensia, we’re driven by the passion and commitment of our people — across clinical, operational, and support teams. With over 2,500 clinics and hospitals in 20 countries and around 41,000 employees, we care for approximately 25,000 animals every day. United by a shared purpose — Healthy Animals, Happy Owners — we champion long-term animal health and welfare through the dedication of every individual across our international network.

Supportive, Skilled and Well-equipped

Since opening in 1996, AlphaVets has invested heavily in state-of-the-art facilities and we're moving our Risca branch into our new purpose built practice during 2026:

Risca: 3 consulting rooms, digital x-rays, ultrasound, in-house lab, sterilisation room, and state-of-the-art dental equipment.

Langstone: Recently refurbished with separate dog and cat wards, dental suite, x-ray/ultrasound, endoscopy, laparoscopy, and advanced orthopaedic and spinal equipment.

You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of 3 Veterinary Surgeons, experienced nurses, and committed reception staff, including RCVS advanced practitioners and surgical certificate holders. We foster a culture of transparency, personal development, and support, ensuring every team member can thrive.

Flexibility that fits your lifestyle

Wherever you are in your career, we support you. This is a 12 month fixed term contract, our flexible approach to rota patterns ensures work-life balance is achievable, whether you want a standard week of 40 hours, or a bespoke schedule tailored to your lifestyle. We're also open to part time, 3 or 4 days with split time between surgery and consulting.

In return, we ask that you’re a confident communicator, willing to collaborate within the team to help our patients, and passionate about veterinary care.

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. 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, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS Fees
• Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well
• Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria
• Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Alphavet Veterinary Centre, Langstone

Langstone Business Village, Langstone Park, Newport, NP18 2LH, United Kingdom

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

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Maizie Brown from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.