Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Berkshire

Chattyvets; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lead Vet bonus

Funded CPD and certificate support

Private healthcare

VDS & BVA memberships

Annual leave + wellbeing day

Visa sponsorship and relocation

Career progression within network

Job summary

Chattyvets in Berkshire is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to lead a small animal practice within a supportive clinical network.

You will mentor the team, drive clinical standards, and work with the Practice Manager to support growth; 1 in 6 weekends at a nearby 24-hour hospital and a shared on-call rota.

The role offers clinical autonomy with network backing, funded CPD, and a competitive DOE salary with a Lead Vet bonus and relocation support.

Qualifications

• Experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon with MRCVS registration.
• Ability to mentor and support colleagues across a clinical team.
• Strong commitment to high clinical standards and client care.
• Interest in leadership and shaping practice development.
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rota and weekend shifts.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a friendly clinical team.
• Drive clinical standards and shape the future of the practice.
• Collaborate with Practice Manager to support growth and development.
• Provide routine consultations and surgeries with confidence.
• Manage on-call rota and 1 in 6 weekends at a 24-hour hospital.

Skills

Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon

Leadership

Client care

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Berkshire

Salary: Competitive DOE + Lead Vet Bonus | Contract: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

Ready to lead your own practice while remaining part of a supportive clinical network?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon to step into a Lead Veterinary Surgeon position within a well-established small animal practice in Berkshire. This role offers the perfect balance of clinical autonomy, leadership and ongoing support, making it ideal for someone looking to progress their career.

The Role

• Permanent, full-time position
• Lead and mentor a friendly, established clinical team
• Drive clinical standards and help shape the future of the practice
• Work closely with the Practice Manager to support practice growth
• 1 in 6 weekends at a nearby 24-hour hospital
• Shared on-call rota
• Excellent opportunity to broaden clinical experience through access to advanced cases

The Practice

This modern first-opinion practice is supported by a wider network of experienced clinicians and a nearby 24-hour hospital, providing access to advanced diagnostics, referral support and certificate holders across multiple disciplines.

The practice has established interests in areas including:

• Ophthalmology
• Soft tissue surgery
• Dentistry

You'll benefit from genuine clinical freedom while having the backing of an experienced regional team and collaborative network.

About You

You'll be an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon who:

• Is confident with routine consultations and surgery
• Enjoys mentoring and supporting colleagues
• Is looking to step into (or continue within) a leadership role
• Values high clinical standards and excellent client care
• Holds MRCVS registration

What's On Offer

• Competitive salary DOE
• Lead Vet bonus scheme
• Funded CPD and certificate support
• Paid RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships
• Private healthcare and health cash plan
• Generous annual leave plus additional wellbeing day
• Visa sponsorship and relocation support available
• Excellent long-term career progression within a supportive veterinary network