Weekend Veterinary Surgeon - Cardiff

Purosearch Ltd.; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health cash plan

Life Assurance 3 x salary

24-hour counselling

Paid leave 5 weeks + BH

Day for You

CPD £600/year

Sponsorship support

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd. is helping a Cardiff-based veterinary group launch a new weekend emergency service.

The role offers flexible weekend hours (Saturday and Sunday 9am–5pm) with an experienced RVN, plus option to pair a weekend day with a weekday shift. RCVS-registered vets with sole-charge experience and strong teamwork will lead consultations and procedures in a modern practice with in-house labs and imaging.

Qualifications

• Emergency and critical care experience.
• Sole-charge experience in a clinical setting.
• Strong communication with clients and the team.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekend emergency and critical care services.
• Conduct consultations and procedures with nursing support.
• Collaborate with RVNs and other staff to ensure high-quality care.

Skills

Emergency & critical care

Sole-charge experience

Clinical communication

Team collaboration

Education

RCVS-registered

Tools

In-house laboratory

X-ray

Ultrasound

ECG

Job description

• Brand-new weekend service – help shape and grow this exciting initiative

• Flexible working options – choose to work Saturday and Sunday (9am–5pm) with an experienced RVN, or pair a weekend day with a weekday shift

• Modern, spacious premises – recently relocated and fully equipped with an in-house lab, X-ray, Ultrasound, ECG, Orthopaedic Theatre, and more

• Great location – enjoy city life and cultural heritage in Cardiff with easy access to the M4, Cardiff/Bristol airports, and central train station. Love the outdoors? You’re close to the Brecon Beacons too

Are you a passionate Veterinary Surgeon with a keen interest in Emergency and Critical Care? Looking for a role that offers flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to be part of an exciting new service? This could be the perfect opportunity for you.

My client is launching an innovative weekend service designed to better support their clients and patients, and they're seeking an experienced vet to play a key role in its success. Based in the vibrant city of Cardiff, the practice combines the best of city living with easy access to the beautiful Brecon Beacons for those who enjoy the outdoors. With strong transport links — including nearby access to the M4, Cardiff and Bristol airports, and a train station right behind the practice — commuting is easy and convenient.

The practice itself is RCVS accredited and has recently moved into modern, spacious premises with state-of-the‑art facilities, including an in‑house laboratory, X‑ray, Ultrasound, ECG, and an Orthopaedic Theatre. You’ll be supported by an experienced and welcoming team, including skilled veterinary nurses who will work alongside you during weekend shifts.

There’s flexibility in the working pattern to suit your lifestyle: you could choose to work both Saturday and Sunday (9am–5pm) or combine a weekend day with a weekday shift. The role involves a mix of consultations and procedures, where you’ll deliver outstanding clinical care and provide clear, compassionate communication to clients.

The ideal candidate will be RCVS-registered, confident in sole‑charge situations, and experienced in working collaboratively with nursing teams. Clinical leadership skills and a strong understanding of how to support nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures will be key to your success in this role.

The Package:

• A superb salary of up to £65,000(pro-rata)

• Health cash plan (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service

• Life Assurance 3 x salary

• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support

• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service

• An additional ‘Day for You’, a paid day’s leave for you to use as you wish

• Clinical CPD: £600 per year plus 1.5 days’ paid leave

• Funded certificate opportunities

• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid

• Sabbatical based on length of service

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Tier 2 (General) Visa and relocation support