Job Description
Package and Benefits
* Up to £72,000 per year
* Private Medical Insurance from day one
* Health cash plan from day one (covers dental, physio, and optical services) with 24/7 Private GP Service
* Life Assurance 3x salary
* Access to 24-hour counselling by phone or in person
* 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising to 6 weeks with length of service)
* Additional paid “Day for You” leave
* £1,500 Clinical CPD allowance (prorated) + 3 days paid CPD leave (rolled into contract)
* Internal CPD and access to Clinical Communities
* Funded certificate opportunities
* VDS, RCVS, and BVA fees paid
* Sabbatical based on length of service
* Interest-free Season Ticket Loan
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Discounts on Medivet products and services
* Visa sponsorship (Tier 2/General)
* Relocation support
Introduction
Our Client's 24-hour hospital in Thurmaston, Leicester, is seeking a Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their growing and recently refurbished practice. With a strong surgical caseload and a pivotal role in providing OOH support for the region, this is an exciting opportunity for a clinically confident vet who thrives in a leadership role and is looking to support the growth of a flagship site.
Working Hours / Rota
This is a full-time position working 4 days per week (Monday to Friday) with 1 in 6 weekends, including a shared bank holiday rota. There is no on-call requirement. The practice is also open to discussing part-time options.
Role Description
As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional clinical and client care across consultations and surgical cases. You’ll also mentor colleagues, contribute to operational performance, and help drive the continued development of the hospital. Duties include team engagement, clinical governance, mentoring, compliance, and enhancing efficiency by allocating clinical tasks effectively.
Team Size
You will be supported by a structured team including a Head Veterinary Nurse, five RVNs, and three Client Care Assistants. The collaborative culture and growing team are ideal for a leader who values mentorship and wants to nurture veterinary talent.
Practice Details
This recently refurbished 24-hour hospital includes:
Digital and dental x-ray in a dedicated x-ray room
Ultrasound
Endoscopy
Tonometer
Orthopaedic equipment
The practice currently operates with three consult rooms and has plans for future expansion to enhance both capacity and workflow.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be an RCVS registered Veterinary Surgeon confident in both consulting and surgery, with prior leadership experience or readiness to step into a senior role. A nurturing, client-focused mindset and the ability to guide and develop others is essential. Strong communication, team collaboration, and a desire to contribute to the growth of a busy 24-hour hospital will ensure success in this role.