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A well-established veterinary surgery in Greater London is seeking a Head Vet to lead their dedicated team. This position offers a competitive salary of £75,000 to £90,000 and a 4-day work week, with minimal on-call duties. The successful candidate will oversee clinical standards, mentor staff, and contribute to strategic management while maintaining hands-on clinical responsibilities. Excellent benefits include income protection, enhanced leave, and access to leadership development programs.
Head Vet £75,000£90,000 London
4-day week | 1 in 4 weekends | No OOH (on-call for inpatients only)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head Vet to join a forward‑thinking and passionate team in a well‑established veterinary surgery in Waltham Forest, London.
As Head Vet, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in both clinical leadership and the wider management of the practice. This role is ideal for an experienced veterinary surgeon who combines excellent clinical capabilities with a natural flair for leadership.
They’ll be responsible for driving clinical standards, mentoring and inspiring a talented team, and helping deliver on a clear and ambitious strategic vision for the surgery. A collaborative approach, passion for evidence‑based medicine, and a commitment to delivering gold standard care are essential.
The current team includes 1 Senior Vet, 4 Vets, and 6 RVNs, with expertise ranging from orthopaedics to exotics and BOAS surgery. With a balanced caseload of dogs and cats, this position is well‑suited to someone with a keen interest in both general practice and more specialised areas such as feline medicine.
Salary: £75,000£90,000 (dependent on experience)
Schedule: 4 days per week + 1 in 4 weekends
Out of Hours: None on‑call support required only for overnight inpatients
This is a fantastic chance to step into a leadership role within a supportive and thriving team, while remaining hands‑on with clinical work and enjoying a healthy work‑life balance.
If you're ready to lead a motivated and caring team, and to make a meaningful difference in both patient and team outcomes, this role could be your next big move. Send your CV to info@thevetoffice.com
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