Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal - Part Time

Summerhill Vets, Summercourt Vets; Caerphilly; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

6.6 weeks holiday

BEVA membership

VDS cover

Cycle to Work

Green Car schemes

Reduced-cost veterinary care

Job summary

Summercourt Vets in the UK is seeking a confident Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, close-knit team. You’ll deliver high-quality patient and client care across a varied caseload while developing your clinical skills.

The role offers flexible hours with no weekends or out-of-hours shifts, with options for 1–3 day patterns and fixed days to fit around your requirements; a supportive, career-focused culture with CPD opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the wider practice team to deliver high-quality patient and client care across a varied caseload.
• Continue to develop clinical skills and share knowledge with colleagues to support the clinical culture of the practice.
• Work flexibly with part-time hours, with no weekends or out-of-hours shifts.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical practice

Open to feedback

Professionalism

Education

Veterinary degree

RCVS registration

Job description

At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.

At Summercourt Vets, we believe great veterinary care starts with happy, supported vets. If you’re looking for clinical freedom, flexibility that actually works, and meaningful career development, this could be the role for you. You’ll be part of a friendly, close-kin team, many of our who are working toward or hold certificates in areas including Feline Medicine, Anaesthesia, Dentistry, and ECC.

How You’ll Make a Difference

As a 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.

The role offers flexibility with part-time hours, with no weekends or out-of-hours shifts. Typically our full time working week includes:

• Part time options covering 1-3 days a week
• Fixed days, or a rota to fit around your requirements

You Might Be a Great Fit If…

You are a confident and motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to delivering high-quality patient and client care. You’ll bring:

• 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
• A passion for delivering excellent patient and client care

How We’ll Support You

At inspiring vet care, 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
• BEVA 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

We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, the opportunity and the community to help you grow.

Salary up to £75,000 FTE DOE