Veterinary Surgeon

About the Role

Pontypridd Vets for Pets is seeking a confident veterinary surgeon to join a busy, first-opinion small animal practice with a proven track record of supporting clinician wellbeing. This part-time role offers 2 days per week (Wednesday and Thursday, 9am to 7pm) with no out-of-hours or weekend commitments. You'll work with a structured schedule that prioritises both your welfare and exceptional patient care, with 15-minute consults as standard.

The practice is led by a practice owner who completed a Veterinary Leadership and Management Diploma and actively champions team mental health and professional development. You'll have the full support of 2-3 nurses, a VCA, and a receptionist each day you work, along with close collaboration and additional resources from the sister practice in Llantrisant. If desired, you can work across both sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver first-opinion small animal veterinary care to a supportive client base
• Conduct consultations within a structured 15-minute appointment system
• Work as an effective team member, communicating well with nursing and reception staff
• Contribute to a culture of high-quality medicine and excellent client service
• Support the wider practice vision of team wellbeing and professional pride

Requirements

• RCVS registration as a fully qualified veterinary surgeon
• General practice experience and sole charge capability
• Demonstrable team communication skills and collaborative approach
• Passion for providing high-standard veterinary care
• All-rounder with broad first-opinion experience

Benefits

• Salary up to £66,000 FTE, commensurate with experience
• 5.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing to 6.6 weeks after 2 years' service
• Life assurance at 4 times annual salary
• Contributory pension scheme
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS, BSAVA, BVA, VDS)
• Dedicated CPD allowance
• Funding and support towards veterinary certificates
• No out-of-hours or weekend commitments
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to colleague assistance programmes including Retail Trust and Port of Call
• Exclusive company discounts including 20% off Pets at Home, The Groom Room, and Vet Group
• Regular team building and social events

About the Practice

Pontypridd Vets for Pets is a well-established first-opinion small animal practice with a stable and supportive team environment. Founded in 2016, the practice is owned and led by a veterinary surgeon who champions clinician wellbeing and team development, having invested in formal leadership training focused on mental health support in the workplace.

The practice works closely with its sister location in Llantrisant, creating a network of support and potential flexibility for clinicians. The team is built on creating an environment where vets feel valued and supported, enabling them to deliver exceptional medicine to the local community they serve.