Veterinary Surgeon – Team Leader Margate £68,000 – £72,000 (DOE allowances) Full-time, 40 hours per week Permanent ________________________________________ The Opportunity We’re supporting a well-established small animal hospital in Margate with the recruitment of a Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced vet to step into a leadership role, combining clinical work with the responsibility of guiding and developing a high-performing team. You’ll play a key role in shaping clinical standards, driving performance, and ensuring the delivery of a professional, compassionate service to patients and clients alike. ________________________________________ The Role This is a hands-on leadership position, offering a balance of clinical duties and management responsibilities. You’ll lead from the front, setting the tone for clinical excellence while supporting and developing your team. Key responsibilities include: Providing clinical leadership and oversight of veterinary standards Managing and developing the Veterinary Surgeon team Leading on recruitment, coaching, and performance management Delivering high-quality medical and surgical care Supporting clinical governance and continuous improvement Building strong relationships with clients and the wider team This role would particularly suit a vet with a surgical bias who enjoys a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach to patient care. ________________________________________ About You We’re looking for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready to take the next step into leadership, or an existing leader seeking a new challenge. You will: Be a qualified Veterinary Surgeon (RCVS registered or eligible) Have a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience Demonstrate strong clinical and surgical capabilities Have experience mentoring or leading colleagues Be confident in decision-making and clinical governance Possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills Thrive in a collaborative, team-focused environment ________________________________________ The Practice You’ll be based in a modern, well-equipped hospital designed to support high clinical standards and teamwork. Facilities include: Separate dog and cat wards Digital radiography, ultrasound and endoscopy Piped gases and advanced orthopaedic equipment A collaborative team with a broad range of clinical interests The practice offers a varied caseload within a supportive environment that encourages discussion, development, and shared learning. ________________________________________ Salary & Benefits Competitive salary of £68,764 – £72,677 (dependent on experience) 25 days holiday bank holidays (with buy/sell options) Generous CPD allowance (£1,000 5 days) Professional fees covered (RCVS) Pension contributions up to 10% Life assurance (4x salary) Private healthcare & wellbeing support Flexible working options available Additional paid leave for wellbeing, volunteering and personal events Access to retail and lifestyle discounts Enhanced family leave policies ________________________________________ Apply Now If you’re looking to combine clinical excellence with leadership responsibility in a supportive and forward-thinking environment, we’d love to hear from you. Please email Jordan at to request some additional details.