Head Veterinary Surgeon

CVS Veterinary Group; Bolton; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome Bonus

CPD allowance

Health cash plan

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Job summary

Regan Veterinary Centre in Bolton is seeking a Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead a friendly team of four experienced Veterinary Surgeons and elevate clinical standards across the practice.

You will mentor colleagues, shape patient care pathways and develop services while enjoying strong CVS support and a competitive package including up to £65,000 per year and a £3,000 Welcome Bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience as Veterinary Surgeon with leadership capability.
• Proactive and mentoring leadership style for clinical teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of four experienced Veterinary Surgeons and drive clinical standards.
• Mentor colleagues and support professional development.
• Shape the future direction of the practice and its services.

Job description

Head Veterinary Surgeon, Regan Veterinary Centre, Bolton, Greater Manchester.

Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus £3,000 Welcome Bonus.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Veterinary Surgeon to join our friendly and supportive team at Regan Veterinary Centre, Bolton.

Rota: 26-40 hours per week with shifts and hours negotiable. No Sundays and no out-of-hours requirements. Weekend duties consist of 1 in 4 Saturday mornings only, allowing for an excellent work-life balance. Our out-of-hours and bank holiday provision is fully covered by our experienced colleagues at Petmedics, meaning you can focus on enjoying your time away from work.

At CVS, we put our colleagues first, giving you the support you need to provide the best possible care. From clinical to non-clinical challenges, you'll always have the resources and teams alongside you. We'll be your biggest supporter; it's in our nature.

With market-leading learning, on-the-job training and collaboration with skilled colleagues, you'll have the tools to grow, whether you're building confidence in your first leadership role or looking to deepen your expertise. From advancing in your current role to exploring new clinical interests, leadership development or specialist pathways, we provide the support and opportunities to help you achieve your goals.

Life at Regan Veterinary Centre

We are seeking a Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead and inspire our friendly, supportive team of four experienced Veterinary Surgeons. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident clinician who enjoys mentoring others and shaping the future direction of a well-established and highly respected practice.

Our team is incredibly stable, with many long-serving colleagues and vacancies arising only rarely, creating a positive, welcoming and collaborative working environment. We are proud of the culture we've built and the strong relationships within the team, where colleagues genuinely support each other and enjoy working together.

We offer a flexible rota and strong support for professional development, with expertise within the team including certificate holders in Ophthalmology and Diagnostic Imaging. Our beautifully designed practice is equipped with excellent facilities, including:

• Dental X-ray
• Ultrasound
• Advanced anaesthetic monitoring equipment
• Spacious consulting rooms
• On-site parking
• Laparoscopic equipment, with training and support available for vets wishing to develop their skills in minimally invasive surgery

As Head Vet, you'll have the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, drive clinical standards and help nurture the next generation of vets, all while being supported by experienced colleagues who genuinely enjoy working together. If you're looking for a leadership role where your voice will be heard, your ideas valued and your contributions will make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

About You

You'll be passionate about coaching, empowering your team and consistently driving high standards of patient and client care. Your leadership will be key to our continued development as a centre of excellence.

You will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical capability and a natural mentor who enjoys developing and supporting colleagues. Proactive and solutions-focused, you will bring resilience and a positive outlook while collaborating effectively as a team player who adds professionalism and energy. As a forward-thinking leader, you will be eager to help shape the future of the practice and create an environment where colleagues can thrive.

The Benefits

At CVS, we know that outstanding patient care starts with dedicated people like you. That's why we invest in your growth, wellbeing and future. When you join our team, you'll receive (pro-rated for part-time and fixed-term colleagues):

• RCVS and VDS fees paid in full
• Generous CPD allowance
• BSAVA library access
• Access to over 450 courses
• Fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, examinations and study leave covered
• Up to 33 days holiday, with the option to buy and sell annual leave
• CVS Pension Scheme
• 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
• Wellbeing Champions network
• Enhanced family leave policies
• Staff pet care discounts, including 50% off services, MiPet food and medications

Join Us at CVS

We're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued and able to do our best work. We foster an inclusive and equitable workplace where diverse perspectives are encouraged and people feel safe to speak up.

Wellbeing support is always available, from regular line manager check-ins to our network of over 400 Wellbeing Champions, Pastoral Support Vets and personal mentors. We offer leading benefits and policies, including our Health Shield programme, which provides support for both physical and mental wellbeing.

Our aim is to free up clinical colleagues to do what they do best, so practices benefit from a wide range of operational support. Expert central HR, recruitment, payroll, IT, finance and procurement teams are on hand to support all aspects of practice life. We also continue to invest heavily in our practices and facilities, delivering significant enhancements through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund, ensuring our teams have the environment, equipment and support they need to provide exceptional care. We prioritise investment in our facilities, delivering significant enhancements across numerous practices through a dedicated multi-million-pound improvement fund.

The role is based in Bolton commutable from Manchester, Salford, Bury, Wigan, Rochdale, Leigh, Blackburn, Chorley, Radcliffe, Swinton, Prestwich, Whitefield, Middleton, Eccles, Walkden, Atherton, Tyldesley, Farnworth, Kearsley, Horwich, Westhoughton, Little Lever, Ramsbottom, Tottington, Heywood, Bromley Cross, Bradshaw, Astley Bridge, Egerton, Darcy Lever, Lostock, Over Hulton, Blackrod, Chew Moor, Ringley, Hart Common, Sharples, Johnson Fold, Tonge Fold, Heaton, Smithills, Rivington, Barrow Bridge, Chapeltown, Edgworth, Turton, Affetside, Summerseat.

For further details or an informal chat, please contact Jim in the recruitment team at [e-mail].