Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Kernow Vet Group; Cwmbrân; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Cwmbran is seeking a Graduate Veterinary Surgeon. You'll engage in consultations and surgeries with support from experienced mentors. Enjoy a competitive starting salary of £36,000 and a comprehensive benefits package. This position offers hands-on experience in a well-equipped facility while working with a dedicated team that values career development and wellbeing.

Benefits

Competitive salary

6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off

Private medical insurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Degree in Veterinary Medicine is required.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.
• Eagerness to learn and develop skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide veterinary care to small animals.
• Conduct consultations and perform surgical operations.
• Collaborate with a team of vets and support staff.

Skills

Veterinary skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Veterinary Medicine

Job description

Graduate Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal

Stepping into your future - ready to learn, grow, and do meaningful work that matters.

AtIVCEvidensia,you’llfind a place where you can be yourself, supported by people who want to see you thrive.You’llget hands-on experience, build your confidence, and discover just how far your passion can take you.

Unlock Your Passions at Sanders Vets:

Sanders Vets is a friendly and forward-thinking small animal practice located in Cwmbran, Wales. The practice is situated in an excellent location only a 10 minute walk from Cwmbran train station, close to major bus routes and only 20 minutes’ drive from the city of Newport, Gwent and 30 minutes from Cardiff.

Sanders is made up of a supportive and experienced team of 3 Vets, 6 Nurses as well as a great support team of 1 Veterinary Care Assistant, 3 Receptionists, 1 Administrator and a Practice Manager. The team includes a Clinical Director currently completing an Ophthalmology certificate and a vet with a Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (Feline Medicine). Several of our nurses hold certificates in Nurse Consulting, Feline Nursing, Dog Training, and some are working towards an Anaesthesia certificate.

The practice has fantastic facilities, including four consulting rooms, a dedicated discharge and euthanasia room, a double operating theatre, a large prep room, separate kennels and cattery, a dental suite equipped with dental x-ray, and an imaging room featuring ultrasound, endoscopy, and x-ray. We also have in-house Idexx lab machines, patient warming systems, capnography, and much more to support advanced veterinary care.

Enjoy a welcoming environment with structured support and flexibility to suit your lifestyle.

We are currently looking for a full-time Graduate Veterinary Surgeon to join our team. The role involves working 40 hours per week across four days, with two days dedicated to operations and two days to consultations. Shifts run between 9am and 6:45pm, with a 1 in 3 Saturday morning clinic from 9am to 12pm. There are no out-of-hours or bank holiday duties.

You will benefit from the support of our experienced vets, with a dedicated vet mentor providing one-to-one support and weekly meetings initially. You will have the opportunity to shadow senior vets and spend time with the reception and nurse teams before gradually taking on a more advanced caseload and surgical responsibilities as your skills develop.

Be Part of Something Bigger– Whatyou’llget:

At IVCEvidensia,we’recommitted to helping you shape your career your way. OurGraduate Academyoffers thevery beststart to life in practice:

• Boost Your Learning-Take your career to the next level with our blended learning programme, tailored to your goals.
• Connect, Learn, Grow-Join a global community of veterinary professionals and access career opportunities across our network.
• Unlock Your Development-Explore CPD and research opportunities, including theIVCEvidensiaResearch Fund.
• Supported to Thrive-Gain invaluable experience with guidance from a dedicated mentor who cares about your progression.
• Your Wellbeing-Feel supported with £1,250 per year to spend via ourCare Fund, plus a range of wellbeing initiatives.

Benefits and Rewards:

Enjoy a competitivestarting salary from £36,000, alongside a range of benefits designed to help you thrive:

• Salaryincreasein year 2
• 6.6 weeks holiday + your birthday off
• Company pension with IVC contribution
• Private medical insurance
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes
• Retail discounts and cashback
• Discounted pet care at IVC practices
• Paid professional memberships (RCVS and others)

You

Joining a community whereyou’reseen, valued, and empowered to have an impactthat’sfelt. This is more than just your first step - it’sthe start of something bigger.

You

Unlimited.

IVCEvidensiais proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Sanders Vets, Pontnewydd

Maindee House, Mount Pleasant Road, NP44 1AN, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Chloe Nation from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.