Veterinary Development Team Leader & Mentor

Animal Trust (UK); Ashton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks holiday including bank hols

Visa Sponsorship available

CPD and certificate funding

Private Health Care

RCVS and VDS fees paid

Cycle to work scheme

Store discounts via Perkbox

Refer-a-Friend bonus

Charity days

Job summary

Animal Trust (UK) in Ashton is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join as Development Team Leader, focusing on clinical leadership, mentorship, and development within the team. You will oversee training and professional growth of recent graduates, contribute to clinical governance, and ensure high standards of care in line with RCVS guidelines.

You will support clinical training, act as a VetGDP Advisor, and work with the Lead Vet to address training gaps, line manage new graduates, and assist in

Qualifications

• MRCVS or FRCVS registration with the UK veterinary council.
• VetGDP accreditation and experience in graduate development.
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience in clinical settings.
• Strong communication and governance focus for training teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical training and development of recent graduates on site.
• Line manage new graduates and assist with performance development.
• Support governance and audit activities within the veterinary team.
• Attend site leadership meetings and contribute to strategy.
• Develop and implement training sessions with senior vets.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Communication

Organisational skills

Team development

Education

MRCVS/FRCVS

VetGDP accredited

Job description

Animal Trust (UK) in Ashton is seeking a Veterinary Surgeon to join as Development Team Leader, focusing on clinical leadership, mentorship, and development within the team. You will oversee training and professional growth of recent graduates, contribute to clinical governance, and ensure high standards of care in line with RCVS guidelines.

You will support clinical training, act as a VetGDP Advisor, and work with the Lead Vet to address training gaps, line manage new graduates, and assist in