Lead Veterinary Surgeon – Small Animal Practice
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire
Salary up to £70,000 DOE | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

My client is seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their friendly, progressive, and well-supported small animal practice in Stoke-on-Trent. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident Veterinary Surgeon with leadership experience who is passionate about clinical excellence, team development, and delivering outstanding patient care.

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the clinical direction of the practice, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring the highest standards of care for both patients and clients.

The Practice

This exceptionally well-equipped small animal veterinary practice in Stoke-on-Trent offers a modern and supportive working environment, including:

• Digital and dental X-ray
• In-house blood analysers
• Ultrasound
• Seamless access to a nearby 24-hour hospital with:
o CT scanner
o Endoscopy
o Multi-parameter monitoring
o Laparoscopic equipment

The team is also proudly working towards ISFM Cat Friendly Clinic accreditation, reflecting a strong commitment to patient-centred, low-stress care.

The Role – Lead Veterinary Surgeon

As Lead Vet, you will work closely with the Practice Manager to drive clinical standards, performance, and the smooth day-to-day running of the clinic.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver outstanding clinical care to patients and clients
• Lead, mentor, and develop the veterinary and nursing team
• Set and uphold high clinical and professional standards
• Shape and influence the clinical direction of the practice
• Support commercial decision-making and practice performance
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and progressive team culture

This role is ideal for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon or Lead Veterinary Surgeon looking to make a meaningful impact within a well-resourced and ambitious practice.

About You
• RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon
• Proven experience in small animal practice
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Passion for mentoring and developing others
• Commitment to high clinical standards and exceptional client care

What’s on Offer

Your career is more than a rota — this role comes with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package.

Salary & Wellbeing
• Excellent salary up to £70,000 DOE
• Private Medical Insurance & Health Cash Plan from day one
• 24/7 counselling and wellbeing support
• Life Assurance (3 x salary)

Annual Leave
• 5 weeks’ annual leave + Bank Holidays (rising with service)
• Extra paid “Day for You” each year

Learning & Development
• £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid CPD leave
• Access to Clinical Communities and internal CPD
• Funded certificates and internal career pathways

Additional Support
• RCVS, VDS & BVA fees paid
• Relocation support and Visa sponsorship available
• Sabbatical options based on length of service

Lifestyle Benefits
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Season Ticket loans
• Staff discounts

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading veterinary practice in Stoke-on-Trent where you can influence clinical standards, grow your leadership career, and work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

For more information or for a confidential chat, please contact Lorna on 01904 570056 or email l.vasey@purovets.com

To view all our vacancies, please visit https://purovets.com/veterinary-jobs/

And don't forget, if this position is of no interest to you but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on our details. We offer £250* for every successful candidate referral. *Terms and conditions apply.

Ref no: JOB-56559