Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader - Cardiff

Purosearch; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A veterinary charity in Cardiff seeks a passionate Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader to lead a clinical team. This role combines hands-on clinical work with leadership responsibilities, supporting staff and ensuring exceptional care. Competitive salary ranging from £60,000 to £66,355 per annum along with a generous benefits package including annual leave, CPD allowance, and career progression opportunities. Join a historic organization dedicated to changing lives and making a real difference in the community.

Benefits

5 weeks annual leave

Generous CPD allowance

Travel allowance

Career progression opportunities

Life assurance 4 x salary

Pension scheme

Plus much more!

Qualifications

• Proven commitment to outstanding customer service.
• Ability to inspire and empower a dedicated clinical team.
• Strong clinical competence in small animal practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead a clinical team and ensure safe, efficient service delivery.
• Guide and support colleagues and oversee recruitment.
• Coordinate projects and delegate daily responsibilities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Clinical competence in small animal practice

Job description

Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader – Cardiff

• Make a real difference every day by leading a passionate clinical team within a fantastic organisation
• Enjoy a dynamic mix of hands on clinical work and meaningful team leadership, shaping the future of veterinary care for pets and their communities
• Join a supportive, purpose driven environment with exceptional facilities, strong career development opportunities, and the chance to be part of a century long legacy of compassionate care
• Step into a rewarding leadership role with a competitive salary of £60,000–£66,355 and a generous benefits package as part of one of the UK’s Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For

For over a century, this respected organisation has been a pillar of compassion in Cardiff, caring for pets and the people who cherish them. As one of the UK’s Top 25 Best Big Companies to Work For, the charity continues to make an extraordinary impact year after year. With a network of 49 hospitals, over 110 charity shops, and a dedicated team of more than 2,000 employees and 1,800 volunteers, this is a place where purpose driven professionals thrive.

They are now seeking a passionate and motivated Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader to join the Cardiff hospital team, a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinician who loves supporting people just as much as caring for patients. Working closely with the Senior Veterinary Surgeon, this role blends hands on clinical work with meaningful leadership responsibilities, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and compassionate services to the local community.

The Team Leader will take an active role in guiding and supporting colleagues, overseeing recruitment and staff development, coordinating projects, and ensuring the smooth delegation of daily responsibilities. With time split between management tasks and the clinical rota, this position offers both variety and the chance to make a visible impact on team culture, service delivery, and client experience.

The ideal candidate will bring excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and a proven commitment to outstanding customer service. Strong clinical competence in small animal practice is essential, along with the ability to inspire, nurture, and empower a diverse and dedicated clinical team.

This is more than just a job it is a chance to join a historic and deeply valued organisation that changes lives every single day. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply soon, as the closing date may be brought forward due to high demand!

The Rota

• Full time position

Benefits

• 5 weeks annual leave
• Salary from £60,000 - £66,355 per annum
• Generous CPD allowance
• Travel allowance
• Career progression opportunities
• Life assurance 4 x salary
• Pension scheme
• Plus much more!

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

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