Overview
We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and experienced team at Sanders Vets in Cwmbran. Our 100% small animal practice offers a varied and engaging caseload, excellent clinical support, and genuine opportunities for growth. You’ll enjoy a balance of consults and surgeries with the option to explore your own clinical interests.
Salary up to £75,000 DOE, welcome bonus up to £10,000, and relocation allowance up to £5,000.
Role and Schedule
We value flexibility and understand that every vet’s needs are different. We’re open to:
* Full-time (4 days/week) with 2 days of ops and 2 days of consults – 6:30pm finish
* Part-time hours – flexible and family-friendly to suit your schedule
* Saturdays: 1 in 3 rota (9:00am – 12:00pm)
* No OOH and no bank holidays
* Option to pick up additional locum shifts at our OOH partner, Vets Now in Newport
Location and Practice
Based in Cwmbran. Our practice is located just a 10-minute walk from Cwmbran train station and close to major bus routes, 20 minutes from Newport and 30 minutes from Cardiff. It is situated near local shops and amenities and overlooks the Brecon Canal for a peaceful lunchtime walk.
Facilities and Environment
* 4 consult rooms, including a dedicated discharge/euthanasia room
* Double operating theatre – ideal for new grads learning in theatre
* Spacious prep room
* Separate kennels and cattery
* Dental suite, imaging room (ultrasound, endoscope, X-ray)
* IDEXX in-house lab machines
Team and Professional Development
* 4 experienced Vets
* Cert holders in Feline Medicine and Ophthalmology (in progress)
* Advanced Practitioner status
* Special interests in Cardiology and Diagnostic Ultrasound
* 6 highly skilled RVNs with various certs
* One Veterinary Care Assistant, 3 Receptionists, 1 Admin, and a Practice Manager
* Strong mentorship and support culture
Benefits and Wellbeing
* 6.6 weeks annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
* An extra day off for your birthday
* Private medical insurance
* Enhanced parental, adoption & surrogacy pay
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Mental health and wellbeing support
* Non-accidental injury support
Development and Memberships
* £1,250 CPD allowance + 5 paid days (pro-rata)
* Access to IVC Evidensia Academy & Vetlexicon
* £1,250 annual Care Fund allowance for Vets
* Infection Prevention & Quality Improvement Programmes
* Research funding available for Vets & Nurses
Additional Benefits
* Welcome bonus + relocation support
* Pawsome Benefits – retailer discounts & cashback
* Pension (5% Employee / 3% Employer)
* Staff discounts on pet care
Ready to Join Us?
Whether you’re taking the next step in your career or returning to practice, we’d love to welcome you to the Sanders Vets team!
£0 - £75,000 a year. Salary up-to £75,000 / year.
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