Experienced Veterinary Surgeon – Full or Part Time
Join a supportive team in beautiful South Wales. We value your ideas, prioritize your development, and protect work‑life balance.
We need a confident, first‑opinion, all‑round GP Vet to join our close‑knit, forward‑thinking team.
Our Practice
- 4 RCVS‑accredited branches with recent refurbishments.
- All sites equipped with in‑house blood machines, ultrasound and X‑ray.
- Central hub at Abergavenny with new DR X‑ray, dental X‑ray, ultrasound, laser therapy, and blood gas machines.
- 24‑hour on‑site nurse‑led in‑patient care Monday–Friday.
- Clinical freedom with excellent internal case support.
- Strong team of 12 vets, including certificate holders in Medicine & Radiology + visiting specialists.
- Surgical mentorship available from a certified AVP to develop advanced surgical skills.
Why Join Abbey Vets
- Strong team spirit – we look out for each other, celebrate wins, and support each other.
- Genuine work‑life balance – no skipping lunch breaks or taking work home.
- Career development – we fully support certificates and growth into specialisations.
- Family‑friendly – we help you balance being a vet and a parent.
- A place to enjoy work – team socials, daily dog walks (optional), downtime spaces at every branch.
Team Testimonials
“I started at Abbey in September 2022 following a career break. Coming back into practice initially seemed daunting but was made much easier with a friendly and supportive team. There is a collaborative approach to cases and fabulous nursing and admin support. There are new ultrasound and X‑ray systems, and time built into the day for work ups and admin. Flexibility with hours and a family friendly approach has allowed me to find a better work life balance.” – R, joined us in 2022
“Starting at Abbey Vets as a new grad has been a great experience and has helped me to develop my skills and confidence in both surgical and medical cases. Being part of a great team of more experienced vets, and vets at my experience level means there is a great range of support to draw from, and the environment encourages learning and improving skills.” – E, joined us in 2021
Salary and Working Hours
- Salary up to £65,000 per annum (pro‑rated) – considered higher for applicants with a surgical certificate or interest in obtaining one.
- Full‑time (4‑day week) – part‑time considered; flexible working patterns accepted.
- Saturday rota participation 1:5 and on‑call rota for in‑patients only 1:6 (Mon‑Fri only, no nights on call Sat/Sun/BH’s). Dedicated night RVN on site for routine care.
- 8:45 am start. Last appointment 6:15 pm.
- 15‑minute appointments.
Life in South Wales
Nestled on the edge of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, Abergavenny was named Best Place to Live in Wales by The Sunday Times. Great food, lively community, and beautiful surroundings make it a great place to live and work.
Close to Bristol and Cardiff (45 min) and London (2.5 hr).
Benefits (Pro‑rated)
- 28 days holiday, including bank holidays (based on 4 days/week).
- £1,750 CPD allowance per annum plus 5 days.
- Health Cash Plan – contributions for health and wellbeing treatments.
- RCVS membership paid and two other membership subscriptions.
- VDS cover.
- Enhanced paternity, maternity, adoption, shared parental leave and surrogacy pay.
- Discounted veterinary fees.
- One day paid for volunteering.
- My Perks – offers, discounts and cashback.
- Cycle to Work scheme.
- Company sick pay.
- Annual pay reviews.
- Focus on employee wellbeing.
- Career progression opportunities.
- CPD/training support.
Additional Information
Join an Employer of the Year! VetPartners has been recognised for outstanding team culture and support.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to providing a fair recruitment process with equality of opportunity for all and are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health of all our people.
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