Lead Veterinary Surgeon - South Wales

• Leadership Opportunity: Take on a pivotal Lead Veterinary Surgeon role, guiding and developing a supportive clinical team
• Varied Clinical Work: Enjoy a balanced mix of consulting and surgery, supported by modern equipment including two theatres, imaging facilities, dental X-ray, and laser
• Exceptional Location: Work in a beautiful, historic market town near Cardiff, offering an outstanding lifestyle with coast, countryside, and city amenities close by
• Attractive Package: Benefit from a highly competitive salary (£60–75k DOE), extensive wellbeing support, generous annual leave, funded CPD, and visa/relocation assistance


A fantastic opportunity awaits a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly, supportive, and RCVS-accredited small animal practice nestled in a popular market town in the Vale of Glamorgan.

Situated in the heart of a charming and historic community on the outskirts of Cardiff, the clinic offers the perfect blend of rural tranquillity and urban convenience. The town is well-loved for its independent shops, cosy cafés, inviting restaurants, and a genuinely welcoming atmosphere. With the coast, rolling countryside, and the buzz of Cardiff city centre all just a short journey away, it’s an ideal location for anyone seeking a rewarding career alongside an exceptional quality of life.

The Lead Veterinary Surgeon will enjoy a varied and well-balanced role, combining consulting and surgical responsibilities within a close-knit team of three Vets, RVNs, SVNs, and dedicated Receptionists. This busy small animal practice is equipped with two operating theatres, imaging facilities, dental x-ray, and laser technology—everything needed to deliver outstanding clinical care with confidence.

This is a full-time position, offering 40 hours per week and a shared 1-in-4 Saturday morning rota (9am–1pm).

Key Benefits

• Competitive salary of £60,000–£75,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash plan (covering dental, physio, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP access
• Life Assurance at 3× salary
• Access to 24-hour counselling support, available by phone or in person
• 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service
• An additional ‘Day for You’—a paid day to use however you wish
• £1,500 CPD allowance plus 3 days’ paid CPD leave
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical entitlement based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship (Tier 2 General Visa) and relocation assistance

In this role, the Lead Veterinary Surgeon will:

• Deliver exceptional clinical care during consultations and procedures
• Provide outstanding client communication and patient updates
• Uphold the highest standards of regulatory, operational, and clinical compliance
• Prepare tailored, accurate treatment plans with clear cost estimates
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members, nurturing their clinical skills
• Manage clinical handovers and organise transfer of patients requiring out-of-hours or advanced care

Skills and Experience

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Proven experience delivering excellent patient and client care
• Collaborative approach to teamwork
• Demonstrable clinical leadership abilities
• Experience fostering a progressive clinical culture
• Understanding of the value of nurse consults and Schedule 3 procedures to overall clinic performance
• Skilled in coaching and influencing to bring out the best in colleagues

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Megan on 01904 570056 or email m.pinder@purovets.com

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And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-56294