Head Veterinary Surgeon | Up to £90,000 | 4-Day Week + 1:4 Weekends | Lead, Inspire & Elevate Care
Hours: Full-time – 40 hours per week (4 days)
Rota: 1 in 4 weekends | No OOH
Salary: Up to £90,000 DOE
Contract: Permanent
Lead with Passion, Inspire with Purpose
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to take the next step as Head Vet within a progressive, independent, well-supported small animal practice.
This is a chance to shape the clinical direction of a thriving team, drive standards of excellence, and empower colleagues to reach their full potential – all while maintaining a strong focus on patient care, teamwork, and professional growth.
If you’re an ambitious vet who loves mentoring, thrives on collaboration, and enjoys combining leadership with hands-on clinical work, this role offers the perfect balance of challenge and reward.
What You’ll Be Doing
Leading, mentoring, and inspiring a talented veterinary and nursing team.
Overseeing and driving the continuous improvement of clinical standards and protocols.
Managing a varied and interesting caseload while providing exceptional patient care.
Working alongside the management team to deliver the practice’s strategic vision .
Supporting colleagues’ professional development through coaching, training, and case discussions .
What We’re Looking For
RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with strong GP experience and leadership capability.
Passionate about delivering gold-standard, evidence-based clinical care .
A confident decision-maker who enjoys leading from the front and developing others.
Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused approach.
Your Work Pattern
4-day working week (40 hours).
1 in 4 weekends.
No out-of-hours
What’s on Offer
Salary £70,000-£90,000
Quarterly recognition payments
Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
️ Income protection
Electric car scheme
Generous CPD allowance + internal leadership training
Why This Team?
The successful Head Vet will join a close-knit, supportive team of experienced RVNs and Veterinary Surgeons, with a dynamic mix of clinical interests including exotics and imaging .
The practice prides itself on investing in people , offering exceptional training, CPD, and genuine career progression opportunities. This is a workplace where leadership is valued , learning is continuous, and the team works together to deliver the best possible care – for both patients and people.
Interested?
Contact Show email or call Show phone numberin confidence. Early applications encouraged!
£70k - £90k per annum
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