Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Animal Trust (UK); Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks of holiday

Health care

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Visa sponsorship

Cycle to work scheme

E-Car Scheme

Store discounts

20% staff discount

4% pension scheme

Enhanced maternity and paternity

Employee assistance programme

Funded CPD

Job summary

Animal Trust is launching a new veterinary hospital in Hull, set to open in January 2027. We seek an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join our team, guiding veterinarians in high-quality care and fostering a supportive work environment.

As a unique Community Interest Company, our focus is on making veterinary care accessible. You'll play a key role in day-to-day operations, evaluating performance indicators and business metrics to ensure the success of the clinic.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skillset with a passion for coaching and mentoring.
• Exceptional communication skills with clients and the veterinary team.
• Experience in performing 1-2-1 meetings and conducting performance management.

Responsibilities

• Guide team of vets to ensure high standards of clinical care.
• Evaluate clinic KPIs and P&L for optimal performance.
• Create a caring and nurturing working environment.

Skills

Clinical Expertise

Communication Skills

Management Experience

Confident Leadership

Education

VetGDP Qualification

Job description

We are delighted to be preparing for the launch of a brand-new veterinary hospital in Hull, further expanding our services across Yorkshire. Our new Hull hospital will enable us to provide affordable, high-quality veterinary care to even more pets and their owners across East Yorkshire. Hull will be set to open its doors in January 2027.

Animal Trust is an independently owned, not-for-profit Community Interest Company (CIC) providing accessible, affordable, high-quality veterinary care. Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our hospital will offer continuous patient care and emergency services, supporting both our clients and the wider veterinary community.

Our commitment to affordability sets us apart. With free consultations during the day and £79 out-of-hours consultations, we remove barriers that can prevent pet owners from seeking veterinary advice. Combined with our transparent packaged pricing, this allows us to see a varied and rewarding caseload, providing excellent opportunities for our clinical teams to develop their skills and experience.

We are seeking an experienced vet with a passion for both people and pets, to join our team. A Lead Veterinary Surgeon will guide our team of vets, ensuring that high standards of clinical care are met through coaching and mentoring. You will be jointly responsible for embedding the Animal Trust Values, creating a caring and nurturing working environment.

Working closely with our Practice Manager and Lead Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the clinic. Your responsibilities will extend to evaluating clinic KPIs and P&L, ensuring optimal performance and the continued success of the hospital

About animal Trust

Animal Trust stands out from other veterinary services. Firstly, we are a unique Community Interest Company, being the only veterinary CIC in the UK to date. Our primary focus isn't solely on maximising profits; instead, we are dedicated to delivering on our mission and ensuring enough profit to sustain our business in the long term.

About You:

• Clinical Expertise: Possess a strong clinical skillset with a passion for coaching and mentoring.
• Communication Skills: Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both with clients and the veterinary team.
• VetGDP Qualification: Hold or be eager to obtain a VetGDP qualification.
• Business Acumen: While preferred, it's not essential. We welcome individuals interested in assessing business KPIs and P&L.
• Management Experience: Have experience in performing 1-2-1 meetings and conducting performance management.
• Confident Leadership: Be confident in leading staff meetings and clinical governance meetings.

Rota:

• 40 hours over a 4 day week
• 2:9 Weekends

Benefits:

• 6 weeks of holiday per year
• 52 weeks sickness benefit available
• Private health care - after a qualifying period
• RCVS and VDS fees paid.
• Visa sponsorship available.
• Cycle to work scheme
• E-Car Scheme
• Store discounts through Perkbox
• Staff discount 20%
• Contributory pension scheme 4%
• Enhance maternity and Paternity package
• Employee assistance programme
• Funded CPD

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and help shape a brand-new hospital from the very beginning.