True 4 Day Week • No Out of Hours • Structured, Supportive Environment
If you love being a vet, but want your evenings back…
If you are passionate about delivering great medicine but tired of chaotic rotas, relentless on call, or feeling like you are constantly firefighting, this could be the reset you have been looking for.
The Opportunity
We are working with an RCVS accredited small animal practice in Cardiff that has quietly built something many vets say they want but rarely find. A structured, well supported environment where quality medicine and genuine work life balance coexist.
This is a three branch practice with a central hospital, and you would work across sites on a shared rota. Your week would include a balanced mix of consulting, operating and inpatient care, with proper time to think, plan and follow cases through.
They use a hybrid out of hours model. There is a dedicated external provider overnight, but inpatients are kept Monday to Thursday with an RVN on site. It is a thoughtful approach that protects patient care while protecting your downtime too.
They are not looking to simply fill a gap. They are looking for a confident all rounder who enjoys both medical and surgical work, values teamwork, and wants to be part of a practice that believes looking after each other is the foundation of looking after patients.
Why This Role Is Different
A Properly Structured Day
• 20 minute consultations as standard
• Dedicated admin time built into your day
• Lunch breaks are protected and encouraged
There is a clinical management team present at all times, so you are not left carrying the weight alone.
A Large, Experienced Clinical Team
• Around 20 vets and nurses across the group
• Multiple certificate holders, including both vets and RVNs
• A culture built around quality improvement and evidence based medicine
You will be surrounded by experience, not isolated decision making.
Modern First Opinion Facilities
As you would expect from a progressive first opinion practice, they are well equipped and set up to manage a broad range of medical and surgical cases in house. The focus is on enabling you to do your job well, not cutting corners.
Cardiff on Your Doorstep
• City living with independent eateries, culture and events
• Easy access to the Brecon Beacons for hiking and fresh air
• Beautiful South Wales coastline within easy reach
You can finish your four day week and genuinely switch off.
Your Journey Here
Month 1: You will focus on getting to know the team, understanding their systems, and building relationships with clients. With structured days and senior support available, you will settle in without feeling overwhelmed.
Month 3: You will be confidently managing your own caseload across consults, surgery and inpatients. You will start shaping your clinical interests and discussing CPD that aligns with your goals.
Month 6: You will be a trusted member of the team, contributing to clinical discussions and quality improvement. If further qualifications appeal, there is support to pursue them.
What’s On Offer
Compensation and Time Off
- Salary up to £60,000 depending on experience
- Four day week with a 1 in 5 Saturday rota
- No out of hours and no Bank Holidays
- 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
Professional Development
- £1,750 CPD allowance per year
- RCVS membership paid plus two additional subscriptions
- Certificate study encouraged and supported
- Access to a wider clinical network and Clinical Board
Comprehensive Benefits
- VDS cover
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Discounted veterinary fees
- Health Shield contributions for health and wellbeing treatments
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Company sick pay
- Annual pay reviews and colleague engagement surveys
The Candor Vets Difference
At Candor Vets, we do not send your CV everywhere and hope something sticks. We listen carefully to what you want from your career and only introduce you to roles that genuinely align. No pressure. No constant chasing. Just clear, honest communication.
Ready to Explore?
If this sounds like the kind of balanced, well supported role where you can enjoy being a vet again, let us have a confidential, no pressure conversation.
Job Reference VS057