Lead Veterinary Surgeon — Lead & Elevate Practice

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

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.