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Lead Veterinary Surgeon

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Animal Trust

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United Kingdom , Telford

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Health and Beauty

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Salary:

73544.00 GBP / Year
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We are seeking an experienced vet with a passion for both people and pets. Telford is in search of a Veterinary Surgeon to lead our team of vets, ensuring that high standards of clinical care are met through coaching and mentoring. You will be jointly responsible for embedding the Animal Trust Values, fostering a caring and nurturing working environment. Working closely with our Practice Manager and Lead Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day operations of the clinic. Your responsibilities will extend to evaluating clinic KPIs and P&L, ensuring optimal performance and the continued success of the hospital. About Animal Trust: Our mission is to provide affordable veterinary care to sick pets. We are a Community Interest Company, which means we reinvest the majority of our profits into our team and our patients' care.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead the team of vets, ensuring high standards of clinical care through coaching and mentoring
  • Embed Animal Trust Values, fostering a caring working environment
  • Evaluate clinic KPIs and P&L
  • Play a pivotal role in day-to-day clinic operations

Requirements:

  • Clinical Expertise: Possess a strong clinical skillset with a passion for coaching and mentoring
  • Communication Skills: Demonstrate exceptional communication skills, both with clients and the veterinary team
  • VetGDP Qualification: Hold or be eager to obtain a VetGDP qualification
  • Business Acumen: While preferred, it's not essential. We welcome individuals interested in assessing business KPIs and P&L
  • Management Experience: Have experience in performing 1-2-1 meetings and conducting performance management
  • Confident Leadership: Be confident in leading staff meetings and clinical governance meetings

Nice to have:

Business Acumen (assessing business KPIs and P&L)

What we offer:
  • 6 weeks holiday including bank holidays
  • Funded CPD
  • Private Health Care 52 (after qualifying period)
  • 52 weeks sickness
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity package
  • Contributory pension scheme (4%)
  • RCVS and VDS fees paid
  • Access to counselling support (mental health, financial, life counselling after 12 months)
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • E-Car scheme
  • Visa sponsorship available
  • Store Discounts from Perkbox
  • Refer-a-Friend bonus
  • Charity days

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 15, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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