Head Vet (Mat Cover)

CVS Group; Seaford; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RCVS Fees Paid

CPD allowance

Telemedicine support (Vet Oracle)

Health cash plan

Staff discounts

Job summary

CVS Vets in Seaford, East Sussex, seeks a Head Vet for maternity cover up to 12 months with the potential to become a full-time position. The role is onsite with a 4-day week rota and Saturdays 1 in 4, no on-call.

Accommodation may be available and the clinic environment focuses on kindness, teamwork and patient care. With a competitive up to £60,000 pa DOE and full-time equivalent, this opportunity suits an experienced small animal vet (4+ years) looking to lead clinical care, mentor colleagues

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience in small animal practice.
• Strong medical knowledge including routine and emergency surgery.
• Good communication skills and client service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Lead surgical and medical cases and diagnostic investigations.
• Mentor and support team members to upskill and maintain standards.
• Support maternity cover for up to 12 months with potential for full-time role.
• Contribute to developing clinical standards and best practice.

Skills

Lead clinician

Team leadership

Client communication

Clinical autonomy

Mentoring

Small animal veterinary

Surgical skills

Education

BVMS/BVetMed or equivalent

Tools

Radiography

Job description

Head Vet
Onsite
Location: Seaford, East Essex
Contract:Full Time – up to 40 hours per week (Part time will be considered)
Practice Type: First opinion

Competitive Salary |up to £60,000 per annum (DOE) (FTE)

Rota Pattern: 4 days per week

Weekends: 1 in 4 Saturdays 8am – 4:30pm.

No on call / no OOH (out of hours)

Your journey starts here.

At CVS,we put ourcolleaguesfirst, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges,you'llalways have the resources and teamsalongsideyou.We'llbe your biggest supporter –it'sin our nature.

Withmarket-leading learning, on-the-job training, and collaboration with skilled colleagues,you'llhave the tools to grow—whetheryou'rebuilding confidence early in your career or looking to deepen yourexpertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new leadership or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals

Life at Seaford Veterinary Centre.

We are asmall animal specialist site with a passionate team ofvets, nurses, PCAs and receptionists. We have a Practice Director who is very passionate about the development and well being of the team and have a Head Nurse who has 15 + years clinical expereince and loves to mentor team members to ensure we help upskill you and cater to your career progression and jouney at CVS Vets. Our clinic is built on a culture of kindness, teamwork and mutual respect. We truely care about one another and that sense of support shines through in everything we do. We are a purpose builtpractice with a wide range of facilities giving you the tools you need to deliver outstanding care.We pride ourselves on our friendly and collaborativeenvironment where everyone is supported in providing the best possible care to animals.

We are nestled on the coast in the south downs by the well known beauty spot the seven sisters andhave accomodation onsite for any candidates looking to relocate for this fix term contract.

About you:

We're looking for a Head Vet to join our team to support with maternity cover for up to 12 months with the possibility of this role become full time, permanent. Ideally with 4+ years' experience.Working within a culture wherecliniciansare empoweredto make the best decisions, where improvement isencouraged and where best practice is shared,you will be:

• Driven by shared passion to provide the best possible care to animals,you'recommitted to delivering outstanding care to support our patients and their owners.
• Confident in your clinical skills,you'llbe able totake the lead on surgical and medicalcases,andcarry out diagnostic investigations with precision.
• Keen to develop,you'recommitted to gaining further confidence in clinical skills so that you can manage or lead on different case types
• A natural mentor and team player,you'llenjoysupportingand inspiringall colleaguesto help them thrive.
• Client care comes naturally to you,you know how to create a positive, reassuring experience that builds trust and long-lasting relationships.
• As an experienced vet,(4 years'+ experience) you'llbring a strong level of clinical autonomy and be comfortable handling a varied caseload, offering guidance to the wider team and contributing to shaping clinical standards.
  At CVS, we know that carefor our patientsstarts with dedicated people like you.That'swhy we invest in your growth and your future. When you join our team,you'llreceive:

This position would suit an experienced small animal vet, preferably with a minimum of 4+ years' experience. A strong medical knowledge is required and experience in routine and emergency surgery. You will possess good communication skills and have a passion to deliver excellent care and client service.

• RCVS & VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered
• Access to Vet Oracle telemedicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring
• Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, WellbeingChampionsand enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPetfood and medications

Join us at CVS

We'recommitted to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome,valuedand able to do their best work. We foster an inclusive andequitableworkplace, where diverse perspectives are invited and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from monthly line-manager check-ins to our network of 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral SupportVetsand personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, such as our Health Shield which provides support for physical and mental health.

Our aim istofree up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so we offer practices a wide range of operational support. Central expert HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance, procurement teams are on hand to support with all aspects relating to the smooth running of each practice.

We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements acrossnumerouspractices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.