Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Leicester
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £50,000 i £75,000 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 12 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | LE3 |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Purosearch |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | JOB-56268-207265 |
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Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Leicester
Salary up to £75,000 DOE | Tier 3 RCVS Hospital | No OOH
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a Tier 3 RCVS accredited veterinary hospital in Leicester, Leicestershire. This is a senior leadership role within a state-of-the-art veterinary hospital, offering advanced clinical facilities, a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, and a strong focus on wellbeing and career development.
This role is ideal for a confident, motivated veterinary surgeon who enjoys mentoring others, leading clinical standards, and working within a progressive hospital environment.
The Practice
This modern, well-equipped veterinary hospital provides both first-opinion and advanced referral-level care and is supported by a dedicated 24-hour veterinary and nursing team, ensuring excellent continuity of care and work–life balance.
Facilities include:
• In-house CT scanner
• Advanced orthopaedics (TPLO, TTA, Tightrope, ASIF kit)
• Arthroscopy
• Dental suites with dental X-ray
• Video endoscopy
• Advanced ophthalmology equipment
You’ll work alongside certificate holders in ophthalmology, orthopaedics, soft tissue surgery and ECC, managing a varied and rewarding caseload.
The Role – Lead Veterinary Surgeon
As Lead Vet, you will play a key role in shaping clinical excellence and team culture while remaining hands-on clinically.
Key responsibilities include:
• Leading, mentoring, and line-managing a team of 8 veterinary surgeons
• Maintaining and developing high clinical standards
• Supporting CPD, case discussions, and team development
• Working closely with the Practice Manager and Clinical Director
• Contributing to the hospital’s long-term clinical and leadership strategy
You’ll receive 0.5 days of protected admin time per week to support your leadership responsibilities.
Rota & Working Pattern
• Full-time position
• 4–5 days per week
• 1:4 Saturdays
• 1:15 Sundays
• No nights / no OOH
• Bank holidays on rota with additional pay
About You
Essential:
• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Minimum 5 years’ UK small animal practice experience
• Confident in:
• Routine neutering
• Laparotomies
• Abdominal ultrasound
• TFAST / AFAST
• GDVs
• Dental procedures
• 15-minute consultations
Desirable (but not essential):
• Previous leadership or line management experience
• Certificate holder or working towards a certificate
Most importantly, you’ll be passionate about team development, clinical excellence, and creating a positive, supportive workplace.
Salary & Benefits
• Salary up to £75,000 DOE
• 5 weeks annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional birthday leave
• Generous CPD allowance with certificate funding
• In-house CPD and referral-partner training
• RCVS & VDS fees paid
• Relocation support available
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Life assurance
• Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
• Monthly wellbeing events and workshops
• Clear progression and leadership development pathways
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a Lead Veterinary Surgeon job in Leicester within a genuinely supportive, forward-thinking hospital that invests heavily in its people, facilities, and culture. If you’re looking for a senior veterinary role where career progression, wellbeing, and clinical excellence truly go hand-in-hand, this position stands out.
For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Will on 01904 570056 or email w.kovach@purovets.com
To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/
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: JOB-56268