Veterinary Surgeon Vacancy, Abergavenny, South Wales

Bright Leaf Recruitment; Abergavenny; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary recruitment agency is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon for a role in South Wales, offering full-time or part-time hours with a supportive team culture. You'll work across multiple accredited branches with no out-of-hours callouts, enjoying a balanced approach to work and personal life.

Benefits

Family-friendly flexibility

CPD and growth opportunities

Team socials and fun culture

Qualifications

• Passion for surgery, with advanced skills or willingness to develop.
• Experience with consultations and procedures.
• Capable of working in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary consultations and surgical procedures.
• Rotate across four branches delivering care.
• Support and collaborate with the nursing team on cases.

Skills

Surgical skills

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Overview

Veterinary Surgeon – Full-Time or Part-Time, South Wales. Are you a vet with a passion for surgery? Whether you’re already confident with advanced procedures or looking to develop your skills, this could be an exciting opportunity for you.

About the Role

• Full-time (4-day week) or part-time – flexible for the right person
• 15-minute appointments with protected admin time
• Start: 8:45am | Last consult: 6:15pm
• Saturday rota: 1 in 5
• Inpatient on-call support: 1 in 6 (Mon–Fri only)
• No out-of-hours callouts – our experienced nursing team provides overnight care, with vet backup as needed
• You’ll rotate across four RCVS-accredited branches, delivering a mix of consultations and procedures

What We Offer

• Supportive, close-knit team that lifts each other up
• Wellbeing matters – full breaks, admin time, and finish on time are standard
• Family-friendly flexibility – ideal for working parents or vets returning to practice
• Invested in your growth – CPD, certificates, and leadership ambitions encouraged
• Fun culture – team socials, baking, and in-house competitions
• Beautiful surroundings – national parks, walking trails, and great coffee shops nearby
• Proud to be BVA Good Workplace Accreditation trailblazers

Life in Abergavenny & Beyond

The main branch sits in Abergavenny, recently crowned Best Place to Live in Wales by The Sunday Times. You’ll enjoy:

• Easy access to the Bannau Brycheiniog National Park
• A vibrant local food and arts scene, including the Abergavenny Food Festival
• Great transport links: 45 mins to Cardiff/Bristol, 2.5 hours to London

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Whether you're a seasoned orthopaedic vet or someone ready to grow into the role, we’d love to hear from you. Contact [e-mail] or call 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.

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Bright Leaf Recruitment has been successfully placing highly skilled Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and veterinary nurses in great roles across the United Kingdom, Dubai, and Australia since 2010. Contact us today and take the next step towards a fulfilling career as a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon or Nurse.