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Veterinarian
J696638 Barnsley Yorkshire & Humberside £70K - £90K / Year
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Barnsley, South Yorkshire
An exciting leadership opportunity has become available for an experienced Head Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established small animal practice in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet looking to take the next step into a clinical leadership role, driving standards, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to the continued growth and success of a forward-thinking practice.
About the Practice
The practice is a modern, purpose-built small animal clinic, designed to provide a high standard of clinical care in a welcoming and community-focused environment.
The team prides itself on maintaining a friendly, local feel, while delivering excellent veterinary services and building strong relationships within the community through events, education, and client engagement.
The practice is also committed to continuous improvement, regularly investing in both equipment and team development to ensure high clinical standards are consistently achieved.
The Team
You will be leading a supportive and collaborative team including:
1. 2 Veterinary Surgeons (with a new graduate joining)
2. 4 Registered Veterinary Nurses
3. A dedicated and experienced reception team
The current team has a range of clinical interests, including exotics and diagnostic imaging, ensuring a varied and interesting caseload.
There is a strong focus on training and development, with a track record of supporting students and helping them progress into permanent roles.
The Role
As Head Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a key role in both clinical delivery and team leadership.
Key responsibilities include:
4. Leading the clinical team and setting high standards of patient care
5. Driving clinical excellence and continuous improvement
6. Coaching, mentoring, and supporting colleagues at all levels
7. Contributing to the strategic direction of the practice
8. Managing a varied caseload of medical and surgical cases
This role is ideal for a veterinary surgeon who is passionate about leadership, development, and delivering gold-standard, evidence-based care.
Working Pattern
9. 4-day working week
10. 1 in 4 weekends
11. No out-of-hours
12. Participation in on-call support for overnight inpatients if required
This structure provides a strong balance between leadership responsibilities and clinical work, while maintaining a healthy worklife balance.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
13. Hold a BVSc or equivalent veterinary degree recognised in the UK
14. Be RCVS registered (or eligible)
15. Have strong clinical experience in small animal practice
16. Be confident in a leadership or senior role
17. Demonstrate excellent communication, mentoring, and team-building skills
18. Have a passion for clinical excellence and continuous improvement
Salary & Benefits
19. Salary £70,000 £90,000 (DOE)
20. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
21. Quarterly recognition payments
22. Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
23. Income protection
24. Electric car scheme
25. Employee benefits and retail discounts platform
26. Health and wellbeing support services
27. Funded professional memberships
28. Generous CPD allowance
29. Internal leadership training programmes
30. Staff discounts on veterinary services
Location
Located in Barnsley, the practice benefits from excellent transport links and easy access to nearby cities, countryside, and the wider South Yorkshire region.
Why Apply?
If you're looking to step into a leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking practice, this opportunity offers the chance to shape clinical standards, develop a team, and progress your career in a rewarding environment.
To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813453 or email us at
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Barnsley, South Yorkshire
An exciting leadership opportunity has become available for an experienced Head Veterinary Surgeon to join a well-established small animal practice in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a vet looking to take the next step into a clinical leadership role, driving standards, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to the continued growth and success of a forward-thinking practice.
About the Practice
The practice is a modern, purpose-built small animal clinic, designed to provide a high standard of clinical care in a welcoming and community-focused environment.
The team prides itself on maintaining a friendly, local feel, while delivering excellent veterinary services and building strong relationships within the community through events, education, and client engagement.
The practice is also committed to continuous improvement, regularly investing in both equipment and team development to ensure high clinical standards are consistently achieved.
The Team
You will be leading a supportive and collaborative team including:
2 Veterinary Surgeons (with a new graduate joining)4 Registered Veterinary NursesA dedicated and experienced reception team
The current team has a range of clinical interests, including exotics and diagnostic imaging, ensuring a varied and interesting caseload.
There is a strong focus on training and development, with a track record of supporting students and helping them progress into permanent roles.
The Role
As Head Veterinary Surgeon, you will play a key role in both clinical delivery and team leadership.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading the clinical team and setting high standards of patient careDriving clinical excellence and continuous improvementCoaching, mentoring, and supporting colleagues at all levelsContributing to the strategic direction of the practiceManaging a varied caseload of medical and surgical cases
This role is ideal for a veterinary surgeon who is passionate about leadership, development, and delivering gold-standard, evidence-based care.
Working Pattern
4-day working week1 in 4 weekendsNo out-of-hoursParticipation in on-call support for overnight inpatients if required
This structure provides a strong balance between leadership responsibilities and clinical work, while maintaining a healthy worklife balance.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
Hold a BVSc or equivalent veterinary degree recognised in the UKBe RCVS registered (or eligible)Have strong clinical experience in small animal practiceBe confident in a leadership or senior roleDemonstrate excellent communication, mentoring, and team-building skillsHave a passion for clinical excellence and continuous improvement
Salary & Benefits
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Location
Located in Barnsley, the practice benefits from excellent transport links and easy access to nearby cities, countryside, and the wider South Yorkshire region.
Why Apply?
If you're looking to step into a leadership role within a supportive, forward-thinking practice, this opportunity offers the chance to shape clinical standards, develop a team, and progress your career in a rewarding environment.
To apply please click on the link below or call the team on 01423 813453 or email us at
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