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Full-time

Experienced Veterinary Surgeon

Abergavenny, Gwent
Reference VS003Posted 18/09/2026
Pay
Up to £65,000 per year (pro rata)
Working pattern
Full‑time (four‑day week). Typical clinic day starts 08:45 with last appointment 18:15; 15‑minute appointment slots. Part‑time considered.
Weekends / on-call
Saturday rota 1:5; inpatient on‑call Mon–Fri only 1:6 (no nights on‑call Sat/Sun/bank holidays). Dedicated night RVN on site for routine overnight care.

Benefits and development

  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro rata)
  • £1,750 CPD allowance per annum plus 5 days
  • Health cash plan contributions for wellbeing treatments
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  • RCVS membership paid plus two further membership subscriptions
  • VDS cover
  • Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay
  • Discounted veterinary fees
  • One paid volunteering day per year
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Company sick pay
  • Visa sponsorship available
  • Annual pay reviews
  • CPD and training support

Vacancy details

About the role

Provide first‑opinion veterinary care including routine consultations, diagnostics and surgery.

Candor Vets is working with an established veterinary practice in Abergavenny, Gwent to find a Veterinary Surgeon.

What you will be doing

  • Manage medical and surgical cases with appropriate use of in‑house diagnostics and external referral where required.
  • Maintain thorough clinical records and communicate treatment plans clearly with clients and the team.

Practice and facilities

  • The practice operates multiple branches with in‑house blood testing, ultrasound and X‑ray facilities.
  • The main site benefits from digital radiography, dental radiography and additional diagnostic equipment.
  • Nurse‑led in‑patient care is provided on site during weekdays.

Team and support

  • A multi‑veterinarian team provides case support and mentorship, with access to visiting specialist input when needed.
  • Surgical mentorship is available from a senior clinician to support development of advanced surgical skills.

Working pattern

  • Full‑time role offered as a four‑day week; part‑time and flexible patterns will be considered to suit the right candidate.
  • Clinics follow a standard working day with an 8.45am start and the last appointment at 6.15pm; 15‑minute appointment slots are typical.

Development

  • Generous CPD allowance and study leave are provided and the practice supports professional development and career progression.

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