Head Veterinary Surgeon

Animed Veterinary Centre; Whitstable; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary practice in Kent is seeking an experienced Head Vet to join their team. This role involves upholding high clinical standards and mentoring the clinical team. Candidates should have a veterinary degree and experience as a small animal vet. The practice offers a supportive environment and various benefits, including a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Salary up to £83,400

Annual salary review

Relocation allowance

Visa sponsorship

Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Fully funded CPD

Access to Sharesave scheme

Colleague discounts on pet products

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience as a small animal vet is essential.
• Confidence in mentoring and supporting a clinical team is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical standards at the practice.
• Mentor and support the clinical team.
• Participate in a leadership program.

Skills

Mentoring

Leadership

Clinical standards maintenance

Education

Veterinary Degree

Job description

Management Career Growth Opportunity at Animed Veterinary Centre

Are you an experienced vet seeking to advance your management career with the support of an exceptional leadership team? Are you excited about enrolling in a tailored leadership program designed to support your growth in a new role?

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for an experienced small animal vet to join our supportive and friendly team as the Head Vet at Animed Veterinary Centre in Kent. In this role, you will work closely with our Practice Director and Regional Clinical Lead to uphold high clinical standards across our practice.

Our purpose-built small animal practice is located in Whitstable, with the opportunity to collaborate with our team at the stand-alone branch in Herne Bay.

This position is ideal for a confident vet capable of mentoring and supporting our clinical team. We offer full-time hours, with flexibility for part-time or flexible working arrangements.

Benefits include:

• Salary up to £83,400 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Annual salary review
• Relocation allowance
• Visa sponsorship
• Up to 7 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays, with our Buy/Sell holiday scheme for additional leave
• Additional leave days each year for the first 5 years at CVS
• Option to enroll in our leadership course
• Fully funded and encouraged CPD
• Access to Sharesave scheme to buy shares in the business
• Colleague discounts on pet products and treatments
• Additional benefits such as Cycle to Work scheme, Gymflex, and more

If interested, please click "Apply Now". For further details or an informal chat, contact Emily in the recruitment team at [e-mail].

We also offer many opportunities for nurses within our wider group, including pathways into leadership, management, or remote roles. Our "CVS Nursing Career Pathway" demonstrates clear career progression across various practice types. Learn more at: https://vimeo.com/904977057/532bcae978?share=copy.

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