Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Cheshire

Purosearch; England; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary hospital in Cheshire is seeking a compassionate Lead Veterinary Surgeon to guide a talented team and maintain high clinical standards. This role involves collaborating with management, ensuring exceptional patient care, and driving a positive workplace culture. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £73,500, 6 weeks of annual leave, private healthcare, and funded CPD opportunities, all while working towards making veterinary care more accessible.

Benefits

6 weeks' annual leave

Private healthcare

Funded CPD

Visa sponsorship

Enhanced family benefits

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong clinical skills with enthusiasm for mentoring others.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.
• Previous experience in performance management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Guide and mentor a team of veterinary professionals.
• Oversee hospital operations and contribute to strategic decisions.
• Ensure high clinical standards are maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Excellence

Communication

Mentoring

Strategic Awareness

Education

VetGDP Accreditation

Job description

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Cheshire

• Leadership & Mentorship: Opportunity to guide, coach, and inspire a talented team of veterinary professionals while upholding high clinical standards
• Collaborative Management: Work closely with the Practice Manager and Lead Nurse to shape hospital operations and maintain a positive, supportive culture
• Meaningful Impact: Join a non-profit Community Interest Company, where profits are reinvested into patient care and team wellbeing
• Advanced Facilities: Access to a 24/7 hospital equipped with cutting-edge diagnostics, CT scanning, orthopaedic surgery, and critical care services
• Excellent Package: Competitive salary up to £73,500 DOE, 6 weeks’ annual leave, private healthcare, funded CPD, visa sponsorship, and enhanced family benefits

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and compassionate veterinary professional to take on the role of Lead Veterinary Surgeon at a state-of-the-art 24/7 Hospital in Cheshire.

This position is ideal for a vet who is as passionate about supporting people as they are about caring for pets. The Lead Veterinary Surgeon will inspire and guide a talented team of clinicians, ensuring exceptional standards of care are consistently achieved through effective mentoring, coaching, and leadership.

Working in close partnership with the Practice Manager and Lead Nurse, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the hospital’s day-to-day operations—driving clinical excellence, nurturing a positive workplace culture, and contributing to strategic decision-making. Responsibilities will also include reviewing key performance indicators and financial metrics to help sustain and grow the hospital’s success.

About the Organisation

This veterinary hospital is operated by a Community Interest Company (CIC)—a non-profit organisation with a mission to make high-quality veterinary care accessible to all. By reinvesting profits into the team and patient care, the organisation ensures that every decision prioritises wellbeing over profit.

With free consultations and transparent pricing, the hospital removes barriers to treatment, enabling pets to receive the care they deserve.

Facilities include advanced diagnostic equipment such as digital X-rays, ultrasound, and a fully equipped in-house laboratory for rapid test results. The hospital also partners with leading reference laboratories for complex cases to deliver the highest standard of veterinary medicine.

Beyond general practice, the hospital offers orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery, CT scanning, inpatient and critical care services, and more—providing a diverse and stimulating caseload for its clinicians.

About the Ideal Candidate

The successful applicant will demonstrate:

• Clinical Excellence: A strong and confident clinical skillset with enthusiasm for mentoring and developing others
• Exceptional Communication: The ability to engage effectively with clients and colleagues alike
• Leadership Experience: Previous involvement in performance management and one-to-one meetings
• Strategic Awareness: An interest in evaluating practice KPIs and financial performance (P&L experience advantageous but not essential)
• VetGDP Accreditation: Either already qualified or motivated to obtain the VetGDP qualification
• Inspirational Leadership: Confidence in leading staff meetings and driving clinical governance initiatives

Rota

• 40 hours per week across 4 days
• 2:9 weekend rota

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £73,500 DOE
• 6 weeks’ annual leave
• 52 weeks’ sickness benefit, private healthcare, and free Employee Assistance Programme
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Visa sponsorship available
• Cycle to Work and E-Car schemes
• Staff and retail discounts
• Enhanced maternity and paternity packages
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to mental health, financial, and life counselling (after 12 months)
• Funded CPD opportunities to support professional growth

A Role with Real Impact

This is more than a leadership role—it’s a chance to make a genuine difference in both the veterinary community and the lives of pet owners. The Lead Veterinary Surgeon will enjoy a varied and rewarding caseload, lead a passionate team, and contribute to making veterinary treatment more affordable and accessible to all.

How to Apply

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lily on 01904 570056 or email [e-mail]

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-55691