Pets at Home Limited
Veterinary Surgeon | Part Time | £40,000 -£55,000 FTE, depending on experience

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Veterinary Surgeon | Part Time | £40,000 - £55,000 FTE, depending on experience
We have an unmissable opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team in Cardiff Ely.
About Us
We are a stand-alone, small animal practice locally owned and led by Hannah BSc MRCVS who qualified in 2012 and has been worked in Cardiff for over 10 years, establishing the practice as the go to practice in the heart of the community.
As an independently owned practice within the Vets for Pets network, we pride ourselves on delivering a high standard of patient care while fostering a friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment and whilst also benefiting from the wider network of practice owners and colleagues and support of the Vet for Pets family.
Our Team
You'll be joining a welcoming and experienced team consisting of:
- 2 Veterinary Surgeons
- 6 Qualified Registered Veterinary Nurses
- 1 Student Veterinary Nurse
- Dedicated Reception Team
We work collaboratively and enjoy supporting one another, creating an environment where everyone can continue to grow. We even had one nurse return, and our EMS placements always comment on how bonded and welcoming we are!
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Our Practice
Our modern surgery has been designed to provide an excellent working environment and includes:
- Four spacious consulting rooms
- Dedicated prep area
- Fully equipped operating theatre
- Separate cat, dog and isolation wards
- Colleague kitchen
The Role
This is a part-time position working 24-32 hours per week, with some flexibility.
- Practice opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 6:30pm
- 1 in 3 Saturdays (9:00am – 1:00pm)
- No out-of-hours
Our caseload is varied and rewarding and our days are organised well with 15-minute consults as standard, with more time given as required and breaks and a protected lunch break also factored into the day.
The role involves both surgery and consults although a consults only role would also be considered for the right candidate.
About You
We are looking for an experienced vet who feels confident with routine surgical and medical cases and who enjoys building strong relationships with patients, clients and the wider team.
Your skills and experience
- A minimum of 2 years experience working in a UK small animal practice or hospital
- Confidence with both consultations and routine surgery
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- The ability to work independently when required while also thriving within a supportive team
- A genuine commitment to continuing professional development


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The benefits
Our offer to you includes
- Salary between £40,000 to £55,000, FTE depending on experience
- 5.6 weeks' holiday including bank holidays, increasing to 6.6 weeks after two years service
- Contributory pension scheme
- Optional Private Health Insurance
- Paid professional memberships including BSAVA and BVA
- Dedicated CPD allowance, including funding or co-funding towards postgraduate certificates
- Exclusive company discounts and rewards, including 20% off at Pets at Home, The Groom Room and the Vet Group
And finally…
Our surgery is situated in the heart of Ely, Cardiff, just a short walk to local amenities and park space and with excellent rail and bus connections making commuting easy from all directions.
If you're ready to take the next step in your veterinary career, apply today and become part of the Vets for Pets Cardiff Ely team.
Simply contact Laura on 07790 372441 or email southvets@vets4pets.com
Postcode: CF5 5BY
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