Job ID: SK - 3638

Pontefract, West Yorkshire, UK

Discipline

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary (Annual)

£60,000 - £75,000

Hours

Full Time

Practice Type

General Practice (1st Opinion)

Accommodation

No Accommodation

Equipment Consulting Rooms In-house Lab Surgical Suite And More

Recruitment Consultant

Sam Kelly

01626 249108

Veterinary Surgeon

The Package

Salary up to £75,000 (Annual)

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  • £60,000 - £75,000 per year
  • Full-time: 40 hours over 4 days per week
  • 1 in 6 weekend rota at nearby 24-hour hospital
  • Part-time considered
  • Private Medical Insurance from day one
  • Health cash plan (dental, physio, optical) with 24/7 Private GP
  • Life Assurance at 3x salary
  • 5 weeks’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (rising to 6 weeks with service)
  • Additional ‘Day for You’ – a paid day off
  • £1,500 CPD allowance + 3 days’ paid leave
  • Internal CPD and Clinical Communities access
  • 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
  • Tier 2 Visa sponsorship and relocation support

Job Description

Introduction
Our Client’s practice in Pontefract is seeking an experienced and driven Lead Veterinary Surgeon to join their team at a busy, well-equipped small animal practice, supported by a nearby 24-hour hospital just 20 minutes away.

Working Hours / Rota
This is a full-time role of 40 hours over 4 days per week, with a 1 in 6 weekend rota at the nearby 24-hour hospital. Flexible options including part-time work can also be discussed.

Role Description
This leadership role involves delivering high-quality clinical care, mentoring the veterinary team, and driving both clinical and commercial performance. You will manage consultations, procedures, and treatment planning while collaborating with the Practice Manager to enhance operational success.

Team Size
You will lead a team in a small, busy practice with support from a wider regional network, including a 24-hour hospital at Dearne Valley for enhanced care and out-of-hours support.

Practice Details
The clinic includes three consult rooms, a surgical theatre, an X-ray room, and a dedicated dental room. Equipment includes digital X-ray, ultrasound, and in-house lab with modern analysers. External lab services are also available.

Ideal Candidate
You must be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical leadership skills, commercial awareness, and the ability to foster a positive, progressive culture. A team-oriented approach and the ability to coach and mentor colleagues are essential.

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