Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Northamptonshire

Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Beautiful Market Town, Northamptonshire

• Leadership Role in an RCVS-Accredited Practice - Take the lead in a respected, high-standard practice with a loyal client base
• Excellent Work-Life Balance - Enjoy a 4-day working week with only 1 in 3 Saturdays or 1 in 6 full weekends at a sister 24-hour hospital
• Modern, Well-Equipped Facilities - Work with ultrasound, ECG, dental suite, in-house lab, and separate cat/dog wards
• Beautiful Market Town Location - Live and work in a charming Northamptonshire town offering rural appeal and modern amenities
• Excellent Benefits Package - Generous salary up to £60,000 and relocation support available

Full-Time 4-Day Week Career Progression Supportive Team

Are you ready to take the next step in your veterinary career?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join a friendly and professional team at a well-established, RCVS-accredited practice in a charming market town in Northamptonshire.

About the Practice:

This respected practice boasts a loyal and long-standing client base that values the high level of personal care delivered by the team. You'll be joining a supportive environment where clinical standards and patient welfare are the priority.

Conveniently located near the town centre, the practice is fully equipped with:

• Ultrasound
• ECG
• Dental suite
• In-house laboratory
• Separate cat and dog wards and waiting areas

You will also have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced and approachable team that shares your passion for high-quality veterinary care.

The Role:

• Full-time position (40 hours per week across 4 days)
• 1 in 3 Saturdays, or 1 in 6 full weekends at the sister 24-hour hospital
• Clinical leadership role with opportunities to develop and mentor others
• Involvement in shaping the clinical direction of the practice

About You:

• RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Proven experience in delivering excellent clinical and client care
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to support and inspire your team
• Team player with a proactive and compassionate approach

Location Highlights:

Situated in a picturesque market town, the practice enjoys the best of both worlds - peaceful rural surroundings with easy access to modern amenities. The area is well regarded for its community spirit, beautiful countryside, and excellent quality of life.

If you're looking for your next big step in a welcoming and progressive practice, I would love to hear from you. Contact us today for a friendly and informal chat about this fantastic opportunity!

The Package:

• A superb salary of £55,000 - £60,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance
• Health cash plan (covering dental, physio and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service
• Life Assurance 3 x salary
• Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person should you feel you need support
• 5 weeks' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, rising to 6 weeks with length of service
• An additional 'Day for You', a paid day's leave for you to use as you wish
• Clinical CPD: £1,500 per year plus 3 days' paid leave
• Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
• Funded certificate opportunities
• VDS, RCVS and BVA fees paid
• Sabbatical based on length of service
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff discount
• Support for Certificates of Sponsorship for a Skilled Worker Visa and relocation support

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Ref no: JOB-54246