At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide veterinary care across three friendly practices in South Wales.
- Company: Join Priory Vets, a supportive and accredited practice group.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, relocation allowance, and generous holiday.
- Other info: Be part of a caring team in beautiful West Wales, with great community ties.
- Why this job: Achieve work-life balance with flexible hours and no on-call duties.
- Qualifications: Must be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon with a passion for animal care.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.
Veterinary Surgeon - Multi-Site Role, South Wales
Salary: Up to £70,000 DOE
Relocation Allowance: Up to £5,000
Locations: Cardigan, Lampeter & Crymych
Flexible Working | No OOH | Certificate Support | Multi-Site Variety
Are you a Veterinary Surgeon looking for a role that offers variety, clinical freedom, and genuine work-life balance? Join us at Priory Vets, where you'll work across three of our friendly and well-equipped practices in Cardigan, Lampeter, and Crymych.
We’re a supportive, RCVS GP-accredited practice group with a fantastic mix of clinical expertise and a collaborative team ethos. Whether your interests lie in surgery, consulting, or a blend of both, we’ll work with you to shape a role that suits your skills and aspirations.
What We Offer:
- A varied caseload across 3 established practices
- A typical full-time role of 40 hours across 4 days - but we're flexible!
- No out-of-hours or on-call work
- Opportunity to focus on consulting-only roles if preferred
- Certificate support and CPD encouraged and funded
- Relocation package available up to £5,000
Our Team & Facilities:
You’ll be joining a skilled team of:
- 9 Vets - including expertise in orthopaedics, keyhole surgery, ultrasound, and dental radiography (training available)
- 11 Registered Veterinary Nurses - including a CertECC holder
- 11 Support Staff - including experienced VCAs and client care advisors
Each site is well-equipped with:
- Digital x-ray & dental x-ray
- Ultrasound
- In-house laboratories
- High-standard inpatient care facilities
We have a loyal client base and take pride in continuity of care. We're also deeply involved in our local communities and support local charities and rescue centres.
A Team that Cares:
At Priory Vets, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We have a warm, sociable team culture, and we believe a happy team means better care for our patients. While there's no obligation, many of us enjoy socialising outside of work too.
The Location:
Based in the beautiful surroundings of West Wales, you’ll enjoy a stunning mix of coastline, countryside, and community. From peaceful beaches to scenic walks, it's a wonderful place to live and work.
Because Our People Matter
We know our success is built on the wellbeing and development of our teams. As part of IVC Evidensia, you’ll have access to industry-leading benefits, including:
Work-Life Balance:
- 6.6 weeks holiday (including bank holidays)
- Additional day off for your birthday
Wellbeing:
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support)
- Enhanced family-friendly policies
- Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing
Learning & Development:
- £1,250 CPD allowance + 40 hours paid CPD leave (pro rata)
- Certificate support and access to the IVC Evidensia Academy
- Vetlexicon access
- Research funding opportunities
- £1,250 annual Care Fund allocation
- Participation in our Infection Prevention & Control and Quality Improvement Programmes
Professional Memberships:
- RCVS fees
- VDS cover
- BVA membership
Additional Benefits:
- Pension scheme (with IVC Evidensia contributions)
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Access to discounted pet care across our network
- Discounts and cashback through a wide range of retailers
Salary up to £70,000 /year DOE
Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal in Cardigan employer: Priory Vets - Cardigan Small Animal Surgery
At Priory Vets, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment across our three well-equipped practices in the stunning landscapes of South Wales. With a focus on work-life balance, flexible working hours, and generous professional development opportunities, including certificate support and a substantial CPD allowance, we ensure our Veterinary Surgeons can thrive both personally and professionally. Join our warm team where your wellbeing is valued, and enjoy the benefits of living in a beautiful community while making a meaningful impact in animal care.
Contact Details:
Priory Vets - Cardigan Small Animal Surgery Recruitment Team
