Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
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Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking an experienced Clinical Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] in St Andrews. This is an excellent opportunity for a vet ready to take the next step into clinical leadership, combining hands-on first opinion work with a key role in supporting and developing the wider veterinary team. You will help shape clinical standards, contribute to the ongoing development of the practice, and ensure we continue to deliver exceptional patient and client care. As Clinical Lead, you will work closely with the Practice Director and senior team to support clinical delivery, mentor colleagues, and promote a positive, collaborative clinical culture.
Practice Highlights
- Modern, purpose-built small animal practice in St Andrews
- Experienced team of 6 Veterinary Surgeons, 6 Registered Veterinary Nurses, and 7 support staff
- Two surgical theatres and dedicated dental suite with dental x-ray
- Digital x-ray, endoscopy, and Imotek ultrasound equipment
- Fully equipped in-house laboratory
- Separate cat, dog, and isolation wards
- ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic status
- Strong focus on clinical standards and collaborative case management
- Support for certificates and further professional development
About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is the UK and Europe’s leading veterinary care group, made up of over 900 practices and referral hospitals, united by a shared purpose of happier animals, happier owners. At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we believe careers should be built without limits. Our people are supported to make more clinical impact, access more career opportunities, and play an active role in their local and professional communities. Through investment in learning, innovation, and wellbeing, we create environments where our teams can grow in confidence, capability, and fulfilment—at every stage of their career.
How You’ll Make a Difference
- Provide high-quality clinical care across a varied small animal caseload
- Support, mentor, and develop less experienced colleagues and new graduates
- Work closely with the Practice Director to support daily clinical operations
- Lead by example in maintaining high clinical standards and best practice
- Contribute to clinical governance and continuous improvement initiatives
- Maintain an active role in consultations and surgery
- Participate in a 1 in 5 Saturday morning rota (8:30am–1pm) with time off in lieu
- No out-of-hours requirement
Working Pattern: Full-time: 40 hours per week, typically 4 or 5 days per week. Flexible working arrangements considered where possible.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
- A Veterinary degree and registration (or eligibility) with the RCVS
- Experience in small animal first opinion practice
- Strong clinical decision-making and surgical/medical competence
- Confidence in mentoring and supporting colleagues
- Excellent communication and leadership potential
- A collaborative, proactive, and supportive approach to team working
How We’ll Support You
- Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles
- Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
- Private medical insurance
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
- BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
- Retail discounts and cashback offers
- Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging. As a Disability Confident Employer, we keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process. For questions, contact Taylor Findlay at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].