Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Stoke-on-Trent

Purosearch Ltd.; Hempstalls; In loco; GBP 63.000 - 77.000; Tempo pieno

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Private Medical Insurance

Health Cash Plan

Wellbeing support

Life Assurance (3 x salary)

5 weeks’ annual leave + bank holidays

Day for You / extra paid day

Relocation sponsorship

Visa sponsorship available

Career development opportunities

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Purosearch Ltd. is seeking an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a well‑supported small animal practice in Stoke‑on‑Trent. You will lead the clinical team, steer standards of care and help shape the service for patients and clients.

The role requires an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon with proven small animal experience, strong leadership, and excellent communication. Offer includes an up to £70,000 salary DOE, private medical insurance, health cash plan, wellbeing support, life

Competenze

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon.
• Proven experience in small animal practice.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Passion for mentoring and developing others.
• Commitment to high clinical standards and exceptional client care.

Mansioni

• Deliver outstanding clinical care to patients and clients.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the veterinary and nursing team.
• Set and uphold high clinical and professional standards.
• Shape and influence the clinical direction of the practice.
• Support commercial decision-making and practice performance.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and progressive team culture.

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Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Stoke-on-Trent

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal Practice

Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Salary up to £70,000 DOE | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

My client is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly, progressive, and well-supported small animal practice in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident Veterinary Surgeon with leadership experience who is passionate about clinical excellence, team development, and delivering outstanding patient care.

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical direction of the practice, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring the highest standards of care for both patients and clients.

The Practice

• Digital and dental X-ray
• In-house blood analysers
• Seamless access to a nearby 24-hour hospital with:
  • CT scanner
  • Multi-parameter monitoring
  • Laparoscopic equipment

The team is also proudly working towards ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation, reflecting a strong commitment to patient-centred, low-stress care.

The Role – Lead Veterinary Surgeon

As Lead Vet, you will work closely with the Practice Manager to drive clinical standards, performance, and the smooth day-to-day running of the clinic.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver outstanding clinical care to patients and clients
• Lead, mentor, and develop the veterinary and nursing team
• Set and uphold high clinical and professional standards
• Shape and influence the clinical direction of the practice
• Support commercial decision-making and practice performance
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and progressive team culture

This role is ideal for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon or Lead Veterinary Surgeon looking to make a meaningful impact within a well-resourced and ambitious practice.

About You

• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Proven experience in small animal practice
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Passion for mentoring and developing others
• Commitment to high clinical standards and exceptional client care

What’s on Offer

Your career is more than a rota — this role comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Salary & Wellbeing

• Excellent salary up to £70,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (3 x salary)
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising with service)
• Extra paid “Day for You” each year

Learning & Development

• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways

Additional Support

• Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
• Sabbatical options based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket loans

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading veterinary practice in Stoke-on-Trent where you can influence clinical standards, grow your leadership career, and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna 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.