Lead Veterinary Surgeon

GLG Vets; Newton-le-Willows; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Newton-le-Willows is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon. The role involves providing clinical leadership, mentoring staff, and ensuring gold-standard care. Competitive salary and generous benefits are offered in a supportive team culture that values clinical autonomy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

CPD encouraged and funded

Generous holiday allowance

RCVS/VDS fees paid

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration or eligibility.
• Experience in UK small-animal first opinion practice.
• Confidence with routine surgery and consultations.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across consulting, soft tissue and routine surgery.
• Champion clinical governance and audits.
• Mentor and develop Vets, RVNs, and SVNs.

Skills

Strong communicator

Calm decision-maker

Comfortable with routine imaging

Team-oriented mindset

Organised and reliable

Education

MRCVS registration

Experience in UK small-animal practice

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon — Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside

Join a well‑run, friendly practice as a Lead Veterinary Surgeon based in Newton‑le‑Willows, Merseyside. Newton‑le‑Willows, Merseyside combines a welcoming client base with plenty of amenities and a relaxed pace that suits clinical focus.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership across consulting, soft tissue and routine surgery
• Champion clinical governance, audits and best‑practice protocols
• Mentor and develop Vets, RVNs and SVNs; support CPD plans
• Build trusted client relationships and deliver gold‑standard care
• Oversee case continuity and contribute to rota planning and workflow

Skills

• Strong communicator who builds rapport quickly with clients and colleagues
• Calm decision‑maker with solid surgical and medical skills
• Comfortable with routine imaging and point‑of‑care diagnostics
• Team‑oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
• Organised, reliable and proactive in a busy first‑opinion setting

Qualifications

• MRCVS registration (or eligibility)
• Experience in UK small‑animal first opinion practice
• Confidence with routine surgery and consults
• Further certifications or a desire to pursue them welcomed

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• CPD encouraged and funded, with certificate support considered
• Generous holiday allowance and pension scheme
• RCVS / VDS fees paid (and BSAVA / BVA where applicable)
• Supportive, friendly team culture with real clinical autonomy
• Protected leadership time and input into clinical roadmap

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