Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal Full-time, Part-time, Flexible
Salary: Up to £65,000 DOE (pro-rata)
Welcome bonus: up to £5000
Relocation allowance: up to £5000
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a practice that values you, supports your growth, and happens to be minutes from the sea - then Alpha Veterinary Practice could be your next adventure.
Discover Veterinary Life by the Coast
Are you a dedicated Vet looking to join a friendly, supportive team in a scenic coastal setting? At Alpha Veterinary Practice, we combine excellent clinical standards with a strong team culture and work-life balance, all within walking distance of the beach. Whether you're seeking full-time, part-time or flexible working, we'd love to hear from you.
About Us
Located in the picturesque town of Burry Port near Llanelli, our practice is moments from Pembrey Country Park, Blue Flag beaches, and the Gower and Pembrokeshire coastlines. The surgery is just one minute from the train station, making commuting easy and convenient.
We are a small, busy practice with a fantastic community feel and modern facilities, including:
Digital X-ray
Dental X-ray (coming soon)
Ultrasound
Endoscope
Orthopaedic kit
IDEXX in-house lab machines
Our clinical spaces include three consultation rooms, an operating theatre, dedicated prep area, and a combined X-ray and dental suite.
The Team
We're proud of our tight-knit and supportive team, which includes:
1 Clinical Director (also a holder of a Small Animal Acupuncture Certificate)
2 Vets
1 Head Nurse
3 Registered Veterinary Nurses (RVNs)
1 Veterinary Care Assistant (VCA)
3 Receptionists
1 Practice Manager
Our ethos is simple: happy staff provide the best care. We've fostered a working environment where wellbeing comes first and laughter is encouraged. Our recent IVC Evidensia engagement survey reflected this, with fantastic scores for team cooperation and leadership.
What We Offer
Flexible working patterns - full-time, part-time, or tailored hours to suit you
No out-of-hours or bank holiday work
15-minute consults as standard
Daily protected admin time (30 minutes)
A warm, close-knit team environment
About You
We're looking for a Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who:
Is RCVS-registered and confident with small animal work
Has solid clinical skills in diagnostics and surgery
Values preventative care and strong client relationships
Communicates clearly and listens actively
Works well within a team and stays calm under pressure
Because Our People Matter
We know that looking after our team is essential. That's why we offer:
Work-Life Balance
6.6 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays)
An additional day off on your birthday
Wellbeing
Private medical insurance
24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Mental health support
Cycle to Work scheme & Green Car scheme
Development
£1,250 CPD allowance + 5 days paid leave (pro rata)
Certificate support
Access to IVC Evidensia Academy and Vetlexicon
£1,250 annual Care Fund allocation for patient welfare
Research funding opportunities
Professional Fees
RCVS registration
BVA membership
VDS cover
Other Benefits
Pension scheme with employer contribution
Discounted veterinary treatment for your pets
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