Veterinary Surgeon Or Lead Vet – Career Progression
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Salary
Up to £65000
Company
Global Veterinary Careers (GVC)
Contact
Angel Mason
Kent, United Kingdom
Veterinary Surgeon / Lead Vet – Kent
Are you a Veterinary Surgeon or an experienced vet looking to progress into a Lead Vet role within a supportive and well-equipped small animal practice? This is an excellent opportunity to join a progressive, multi-site veterinary group offering strong clinical support, flexibility, and genuine career development.
The Role
This Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon position offers a varied caseload with the opportunity to develop clinical interests while working within an experienced and collaborative team.
Full-time or part-time, permanent position
Full-time hours: 40 hours per week across 4 days
Shifts: 08:30 – 18:30
1 in 5 Saturdays (08:30 – 16:30)
Flexible working patterns considered
Mix of consults, surgical duties, and some sole charge
Opportunity to work up cases fully with clinical freedom
Option to spend one day per week at a hospital site for exposure to more complex cases
No overnight inpatient care responsibilities (supported by dedicated OOH provider)
You can choose which branch to work at and add in days at other branches/their hospital site if desired - with access to a central hospital environment, allowing exposure to both first-opinion and more advanced cases.
About You
The ideal candidate will be a confident and motivated Veterinary Surgeon who enjoys teamwork and delivering high standards of patient and client care.
RCVS Registered Veterinary Surgeon
Confident with routine consults and surgeries
Comfortable with occasional sole charge
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Interest in career progression or leadership (for Lead Vet applicants) welcomed
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an RCVS-accredited veterinary group known for its supportive culture and investment in professional development.
Experienced team with interests in surgery, dermatology, dentistry, anaesthesia and imaging
Excellent facilities including surgical suites, dental and digital x-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, and in-house laboratory equipment
Strong nursing support including Registered Veterinary Nurses running nurse consults
Collaborative multi-site team environment
Genuine progression opportunities, including leadership pathways
Regular team socials and a positive workplace culture
About the Practice
This small animal practice operates across several locations in Kent and East Sussex, supported by a central RCVS-accredited hospital providing advanced diagnostics and 24-hour emergency care via a dedicated out-of-hours provider. Each branch is fully equipped to allow vets to work up cases to a high clinical standard while benefiting from wider team expertise.
Salary & Benefits
Salary up to £65,000 DOE
RCVS and VDS fees paid
Funded external CPD + extensive online CPD programme
Career progression opportunities
Enhanced family leave and sickness pay
Life assurance
Employer pension contribution
Electric car salary sacrifice scheme
📍 Location: Kent
💼 Employment Type: Permanent (Full-time or Part-time)
🕓 Working Pattern: 4-day week with 1:5 Saturdays (flexible options available)
To apply or learn more, contact:
Angel Mason | Global Veterinary Careers | 01392 793 153 | [email protected]
Tel: 01392 793153
Address:
Kent, United Kingdom
