Head Vet
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Head Vet
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Portsmouth is seeking a Head Vet to lead their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to spearhead continuous improvement of clinical standards and services, and to upskill colleagues. The role requires high clinical expertise, leadership, and strategic vision. Benefits include CPD allowance, quarterly recognition payments, enhanced maternity & paternity pay, income protection, electric car scheme, and more.
- Location: Portsmouth
- Salary: Starting from £75k per annum
- Working pattern: 4 days a week with 1:4 weekends
- Closing Date: 2026-06-30
What we’re looking for
Our new Head Vet will be a key member of our surgery’s management team. We’re looking for someone with a high level of clinical expertise who is passionate about delivering outstanding care. Our ideal candidate will be comfortable in a leadership role with the drive and passion to deliver against a strategic vision, coaching and inspiring our team to consistently deliver gold standard, evidence-based care.
Benefits
- Quarterly recognition payments
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
- Income protection
- Electric car scheme
- Boost employee benefits and discounts
- Help at Hand for health and wellbeing
- Funded memberships
- Surgery discounts
- CPD allowance
- 25 holidays a year plus bank holidays
- Internal leadership training
A little more about us at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Portsmouth
You'll get to work in our purpose-built, modern veterinary practice with the most fantastic facilities and a team who are all passionate about providing the very best care to all animals, day and night. Our colleagues have a broad range of specialities and many of our team are working towards certificates to enhance their clinical skills and the services we’re able to provide.
Being part of the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] family
We’re part of the UK’s largest, independent, family-owned veterinary group with a nationwide presence. We offer exceptional care in the local communities we serve, helping pets to live long, happy and healthy lives with their families. Our state-of-the-art surgeries are purpose-built, light and spacious and equipped with the latest technology. We’re committed to creating an environment that offers exceptional clinical care and where our colleagues love to work, our patients are calm and our customers feel assured. We’re continually investing in developing our growing team and there's never been a better time to join us!
How to Apply
Apply for this role at https://thepetvet.livevacancies.co.uk/#/applicant/171 or download the job specification from the page.