Permanent Lead Vet, Grange Hill Vets.
Up to £70,000 (DOE)
Grange Hill Vets, part of the inspiring Vet Care network, is recruiting!
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we’re trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
At Grange Hill Veterinary Centre, we’re looking for a Lead Vet to help shape the future of our practice! Here, you’ll find not only excellent clinical opportunities but also a genuinely supportive work environment. The role offers a well-balanced and exciting caseload, split between surgery and medicine. For those who may need it, we can provide temporary accommodation in a self-contained one-bedroom flat located next door to the practice. Ideally, the role will be working 40 hours per week over 4 days, along with 1:4 Saturdays.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As Lead Veterinary Surgeon, you will be the most senior veterinary clinician within the practice, responsible for leading clinical standards, governance, and the delivery of outstanding patient and client care.
You’ll provide clinical leadership to the veterinary team, oversee complex cases, and act as the primary source of clinical guidance and decision‑making within the practice. Working closely with the senior practice leadership team, you’ll support the strategic direction of the practice and drive continuous improvement in clinical quality, outcomes, and ways of working.
For this role, you would spend around 80% of your time working in Practice clinically, working across a varied case load from consults to surgery, and the remaining 20 % of time you’ll play a key Leadership role supporting and developing our current team of experienced vets and nurses, helping build confidence of our new grad vet and leading clinical discussions.
There will be opportunity to work alongside the Director of Practice to influence and support the growth and direction of the practice, maintaining our high clinical standards and help drive the business forward.
About Us
Our team consists of 2.5 permanent vets, 1 head RVN, 4 RVNs, 1 SVN, 2 receptionists, and 1 Director of Practice, supported by state‑of‑the‑art facilities including multiple consult rooms, an equipped operating theatre, imaging, and dental X‑ray suites.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
- A Veterinary degree and registration with the RCVS with significant experience in small or mixed animal practice, including advanced surgical and medical capability.
- Proven experience in mentoring, coaching, and supporting veterinary colleagues.
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills.
- Experience contributing to or leading clinical governance, audits, and quality improvement initiatives.
- The ability to manage clinical complaints and provide professional guidance in complex situations.
- Professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the highest standards of patient and client care.
How We’ll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting your ongoing development and wellbeing. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
- Clear career pathways with progression opportunities across primary care, referral, leadership, and specialist roles.
- Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to IVC academy training centres & role-relevant courses.
- £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet.
- Access to mentors, regional clinical coaches, and peer networks.
- Support to develop clinical interests and expand your capabilities.
- A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement.
What We Offer Our Team
- 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays.
- Private medical insurance.
- Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy.
- BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees.
- Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies).
- Retail discounts and cashback offers.
- Reduced‑cost veterinary care for your own pets.
Contact Details:
Grange Hill Veterinary Centre Recruitment Team
