Veterinary Surgeon - Cardiff, South Wales

Discipline: Veterinary
Salary: £65000 to £70000
Contact name: UK Vets

Job ref: 5466

Veterinary Surgeon Job – Cardiff, South Wales | Independent Practice

Position: Veterinary Surgeon
Location: Cardiff, South Wales
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week
Salary: £65,000 - £70,000
Practice Type: Independent small animal practice

Love Your Job Again – Veterinary Surgeon Opportunity in Cardiff

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected independent veterinary practice in Cardiff that offers something increasingly rare: clinical freedom, realistic workloads, and a genuinely supportive team environment.

This role is ideal for candidates searching for Veterinary Surgeon jobs in Cardiff, vet jobs in South Wales, or independent veterinary roles where quality care and wellbeing are prioritised over corporate targets.

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive salary depending on experience

  • 40-hour working week with a sustainable rota

  • Fair and manageable weekend rota

  • 28 days annual leave

  • £2,000 CPD allowance plus 5 paid CPD days

  • RCVS and VDS fees fully paid

  • Gym membership included

  • Strong support for individual clinical interests

  • Time to practice high-quality medicine without pressure

The Role

This is a full-time Veterinary Surgeon position offering continuity of care, clinical autonomy, and the time needed to deliver thoughtful, patient-focused medicine.

Key Responsibilities Include:

  • Small animal consultations and case management

  • Routine and emergency procedures

  • Delivering high standards of patient and client care

  • Working collaboratively within a close-knit team

  • Confident sole charge when required

  • Maintaining accurate clinical records

Practice Environment

  • Independent small animal practice

  • Modern, well-equipped facilities

  • Decisions driven by clinicians, not corporate metrics

  • Strong emphasis on team wellbeing and retention

  • Friendly, family-feel culture

  • Central Cardiff location with excellent transport links

  • Easy access to coast, countryside, and national parks

Who We’re Looking For

  • Qualified Veterinary Surgeon (RCVS registered or eligible)

  • Confident in clinical decision-making and sole charge

  • Team-oriented with strong communication skills

  • Passionate about patient care and continuity

  • Looking for a long-term role in an independent setting

Apply Today

If you’re looking for Veterinary Surgeon jobs in Cardiff, vet roles in South Wales, or an independent practice where you’re genuinely valued, we’d love to speak with you.

To apply or request more information, contact:

Harry McLellan-Grant 
Talent Partner  
T: 07749 493392 
E: harry@supreme-ss.com