Lead Vet Mentor – Small Animal & Exotics (Peak District)

Chattyvets; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Protected lunch hour

Dogs at work

Peak District on doorstep

Job summary

Chattyvets on the edge of the Peak District in Derbyshire seeks an experienced veterinarian to mentor a new graduate through VetGDP while handling a varied small animal caseload that includes some exotic cases. You will bring confidence without ego, fit into the warm team, and contribute to high‑quality patient care.

The role is full-time with flexible arrangements discussed; one in four weekends, no out-of-hours shifts.

Qualifications

• An experienced vet to mentor a new graduate.
• Confident in clinical work with some exotic species, or open to it.

Responsibilities

• Consultations and procedures across a varied small animal caseload.
• Provide mentoring support to a VetGDP.
• Ensure team collaboration and compassionate client care.

Skills

Mentoring

Clinical skills

Team player

Exotic animals experience

Education

Veterinary degree

Tools

Ultrasound

Digital X-ray

Job description

Chattyvets on the edge of the Peak District in Derbyshire seeks an experienced veterinarian to mentor a new graduate through VetGDP while handling a varied small animal caseload that includes some exotic cases. You will bring confidence without ego, fit into the warm team, and contribute to high‑quality patient care.

The role is full-time with flexible arrangements discussed; one in four weekends, no out-of-hours shifts.