Experienced ECC opportunity
Are you an experienced ECC Veterinary Surgeon looking for an exciting new challenge where your skills can truly make an impact?
Valley Veterinary Hospital is seeking a confident and capable ECC vet to join our dedicated night team. As a busy emergency hospital providing out-of-hours services to approximately 40 local practices, we see a varied and rewarding caseload, offering the opportunity to manage complex medical and surgical cases and develop your clinical expertise.
This role would suit an experienced ECC clinician who is confident managing cases independently while also enjoying the support of a highly skilled and collaborative team. During your shifts, you will work alongside other experienced vets, supported by a large team of Registered Veterinary Nurses, Animal Care Assistants, and a dedicated reception team.
Due to the nature of our caseload, strong clinical decision-making, confidence in emergency situations, and previous ECC experience are essential.
The Role:
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Permanent and Fixed Term contracts available
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7 nights on / 7 nights off rota
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Average 46.25 hours per week
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Part time patterns available (7 nights on/21 nights off)
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A rota designed to support an excellent work–life balance
About us:
At Valley Vets, we are proud to invest heavily in both our people and our facilities. We are committed to providing the equipment, support and clinical freedom needed to work cases up thoroughly and pursue individual clinical interests.
Our hospital facilities include:
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24/7 inpatient care
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CT scanner
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Advanced ultrasonography
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Endosurgery facilities
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Extensive in-house laboratory equipment (including TEG and blood gas analysis)
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Dedicated orthopaedic, soft tissue and exotic theatres
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Dedicated ECC wards
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Modern dental suite
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In-house rehabilitation services (including physiotherapy and hydrotherapy)
The Local Area:
Valley Vets is lucky to be situated in an extremely diverse area. South Wales, particularly Cardiff and the surrounding areas — offers something for everyone. Within easy commuting distance, you could enjoy:
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Vibrant city living in central Cardiff
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Coastal tranquillity in the Vale of Glamorgan
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Mountain scenery in the Valleys and Brecon Beacons National Park
The area boasts extensive sports and leisure opportunities, from the International Sports Village in Cardiff to renowned mountain biking trails in Merthyr Tydfil and Cwmbran, scenic walks along the Welsh Coastal Path, and breathtaking mountain and waterfall routes in the Beacons.
As proud members of the VetPartners family we offer a fantastic range of benefits including (pro rata):
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Salary - up to £100,000 FTE (dependent on experience and qualifications)
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8 weeks paid holiday (equivalent of 4 working weeks due to week on week off nature)
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Sick pay: 2 weeks full pay and 4 weeks half pay
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5 days CPD with £1,750 budget
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Certificate study support via formal application process
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RCVS and VDS fees paid
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Two additional professional subscriptions paid (e.g. BSAVA)
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50% colleague discount on services; products at cost price
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Workplace pension
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Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
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Paid volunteering day
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Health Cash Plan - employment benefit scheme and wellbeing support
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Optional private health insurance (via group payroll deduction)
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Life insurance (1x annual salary)
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Cycle to Work scheme
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My Perks discount and cashback scheme
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Relocation allowance for candidates applying directly
We work hard to be a great place to work and as the newly awarded Employer of the Year, VetPartners offers a supportive, progressive environment where you can thrive.
Next Steps:
If this role sounds like the right fit — or if you’d simply like to find out more — we’d love to hear from you.
We’re very happy to arrange an informal chat or invite you to visit the practice, meet the team and experience first-hand what Valley Vets can offer as the next step in your veterinary career.
We look forward to hearing from you.
** Please apply directly – no agency submissions**
