Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Linnaeus; Glossop; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Glossop is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to support their team and maintain clinical excellence. This role involves providing clinical leadership, driving governance, and fostering a collaborative team culture. You'll have access to leadership training and the latest tools in a well-equipped hospital. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced vets to grow and thrive in a supportive environment. The role offers up to £70,000 per annum along with competitive benefits including extensive CPD and a five-week holiday.

Benefits

5-weeks holiday plus bank holidays

Relocation support

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Employer contribution pension scheme

Life assurance

E-car salary sacrifice scheme

Enhanced equal family leave

Extensive internal and external CPD

Qualifications

• Confident individual providing clinical leadership.
• Ability to collaborate on rota planning and team wellbeing.
• Strong clinical decision-making skills, interpreting diagnostics.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical team and promote care standards.
• Lead governance and compliance with protocols.
• Build team culture and maintain positive client relationships.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Team collaboration

Clinical decision-making

Client care excellence

Job description

Job Title: Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Location: Victoria Vets, Glossop

Hours: 4 days, shifts between 8am-7.30 pm, Sat, rota 1:6 (9-1 pm)

Practice: Victoria Vets

Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum (Depending on experience)

We’re seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to help support our team in maintaining clinical excellence, supporting team growth, and contributing to the ongoing success of our practice.

If you’re an experienced vet or ready to take the next step into leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to grow, lead, and thrive. Come and join us!

Why join us?

• An opportunity to support, guide our clinical team, becoming part of our integral, collaborative and forward-thinking practice.
• Lead with purpose in a practice that empowers you to make meaningful decisions, mentor others, and elevate standards of care.
• Varied caseload, everything from routine to more complex cases, giving you the chance to continually develop and grow
• Work alongside a dedicated, friendly team with a range of experience, including postgraduate certificates, who value collaboration and mentorship.
• You will have access to leadership training, CPD support and the freedom to explore your clinical interest.
• Well‑equipped hospital with all the latest tools and a highly skilled nursing team to help deliver the best care possible.

The team

We have a supportive team culture where we value collaboration, open communication, and looking out for each other. You will work alongside a dedicated, friendly team with a range of experience, who value collaboration and mentorship.

The team consists of 8 vets, 10 RVNs, 1 SVN, 1 PCA and 9 client‑care associates across 2 branches supporting our wonderful practice.

We have digital x‑ray, dental x‑ray, an in‑house laboratory suite, and have recently upgraded our ultrasound and endoscopy equipment.

What we’re looking for

• A confident individual who can provide clinical leadership and support the veterinary team, promoting high standards of care and client services.
• Help drive clinical governance and ensure compliance with practice protocols.
• Collaborate with the Clinical Director on rota planning, team wellbeing, and operational movements.
• Someone who enjoys supporting others, building team culture and leading with empathy and clarity.
• Clinical decision‑making abilities, able to interpret diagnostics and make informed decisions. A team player who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and remains calm under pressure.
• A confident, collaborative attitude that helps maintain a positive team culture and excellent client care relationship.

What we offer

• 5‑weeks holiday plus bank holidays and birthday leave
• Relocation support
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Employer contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• E‑car salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced equal family leave
• Extensive internal and funded external CPD

Victoria Vets is part of Linnaeus and Mars Veterinary Health, the largest family‑owned veterinary company in the world. Being privately owned, we can truly be driven by our purpose, to create a better world, and think long‑term as opposed to being focused solely on short‑term profits.

At Linnaeus, A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS starts with a better world for our people. Our Associates are over 6000 strong and empowered to speak up, step up and deliver quality services. You’ll have access to a huge network of specialists, worldwide development opportunities and an easily accessible, comprehensive wellbeing package that prioritises your physical and mental health, allowing you to focus on what you do best—care for pets.

We are committed to fostering a culture that is inclusive and diverse, we care about you and want you to be authentic, with everything you need to perform at your best. We are all individual but two important things bring us together: a commitment to excellence and our passion to achieve our purpose.

All applications with the relevant skills and qualifications will be carefully considered. If you need any support in completing your application or simply want to find out more about Victoria Vets, Linnaeus or the role please contact Paige in the recruitment team on [e-mail]