Job Description

What's on Offer

Salary up to

65,000 per annum (DOE)

- higher considered for surgical certificate holders or those working towards one

Full-time (4-day week)

or

part-time

- flexible patterns considered

1:5 Saturday rota

and

1:6 inpatient-only on-call

(Mon-Fri only, no nights or weekend call) 15-minute consults and admin time built into your day

28 days holiday

(pro rata, based on 4 days/week)

1,750 CPD allowance + 5 days CPD

(certificate support available)

RCVS, VDS + two memberships paid

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption pay

Health Shield plan

- dental, physio, sports massage & more

My Perks

discount platform & Cycle to Work scheme

Visa sponsorship available

Career progression opportunities

and annual pay reviews

One paid volunteering day

each year

About the Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident all-round

GP Veterinary Surgeon

to join a friendly, forward-thinking team in

beautiful South Wales

. The role can be shaped around your interests - particularly suited to someone with a

surgical bias

or a passion for developing advanced procedures.



You'll have time to do your best work, with

15-minute appointments

, built-in admin slots, and

clinical freedom

supported by an experienced, collaborative vet team.

Our Facilities

4

RCVS-accredited branches

- all recently refurbished Main hub in

Abergavenny

, equipped with DR X-ray, dental X-ray, ultrasound, laser therapy & blood gas machines In-house lab and diagnostic imaging at all sites

24-hour nurse-led inpatient care (Mon-Fri)

Support from certificate holders in Medicine & Radiology, plus visiting Specialists

Mentorship from a surgical AVP

for vets keen to advance their surgery skills

Our Culture

This is a practice that truly values its people - where

work-life balance

and

team support

come first.


Strong team spirit - celebrating wins and supporting each other Protected breaks and admin time Genuine flexibility around family life Career development and certificate support Social, friendly culture - from team lunches to dog walks and downtime spaces

Life in South Wales

Set in

Abergavenny

, at the foot of the

Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons)

National Park, this is one of the most scenic and affordable places to live in the UK. With award-winning restaurants, outdoor adventures, and a vibrant local community, it's ideal for anyone who loves a mix of nature and culture.



Just

45 minutes from Bristol or Cardiff

, and around

2.5 hours to London

- perfect for weekends away.

Who We're Looking For

We'd love to hear from vets with solid first opinion experience, especially those keen to develop their surgical skills. Whether you're looking to grow clinically, lead in a specific area, or simply join a practice where you'll be supported and valued - this team has space for you.

Ready to Apply?

For an informal, confidential chat about this opportunity, contact

tevans@candorvets.co.uk

, call or WhatsApp

07444 934450

, or click

Apply Now

to speak with one of our friendly, knowledgeable Candor Vets consultants.





Job Reference VS013