Lead Veterinary Surgeon

Lead Veterinary Surgeon – White Cross Vet Alvaston

Join our team as a Lead Veterinary Surgeon at White Cross Vet Alvaston! This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands‑on veterinary work with leadership, mentorship, and service development within a friendly, supportive, and forward‑thinking team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and inspire the clinical team, supporting vets and nurses as they develop their skills and confidence.
• Oversee complex cases, provide second opinions, and maintain the highest standards of patient care while driving clinical excellence through audits, protocols, and evidence‑based best practice.
• Ensure strong clinical governance, ensuring full compliance with RCVS guidance and IVC Evidensia standards, and work closely with the Practice Director on service development and continuous improvement.
• Foster a positive and engaged team culture that encourages learning, development, and collaboration, while supporting CPD and career progression to help the team reach their full potential.

Why Choose White Cross Vets

We pride ourselves on our commitment to team wellbeing and a supportive work environment. Recognised as SPVS Wellbeing Award Winners in 2017 and 2018 and consistently ranked in the Sunday Times Top 100 Companies to Work For, we offer a generous package that promotes a superb work‑life balance and values collaboration and professional development.

Our Team and Facilities

Our practice consists of 4 vets, 7 RVNs, 2 and 6 CCCs dedicated to delivering high standards of care in a friendly atmosphere. We are equipped with modern facilities, including two theatres, dedicated imaging and dental suites, and ample room for expansion based on your interests.

Testimonials

“Whitecross Alvaston is a great place to work. Management are forward‑thinking and always looking for suggestions to make things better. I felt fully supported in clinical decisions I made! The team are the best part, always open to case discussions and keeping us entertained.” – Abigail Hughes, Veterinary Surgeon

“I enjoyed my time at Alvaston White Cross so much! The team pulls together well, and there is good support for working up interesting cases. Plus, plenty of fun team events and delicious treats!” – Amanda, Veterinary Nurse

“I was the Clinic Director at White Cross Alvaston for six years, and I can confidently say it has been the best workplace of my career. The team, along with the supportive local management, not only made my role seamless but genuinely enjoyable. Staff turnover is exceptionally low, with most departures due only to relocation or career progression, which speaks volumes about the environment. Leaving was an extremely difficult decision, and had it not been for my own career development, I would never have chosen to move on. I will remain in close contact with the team and will truly miss working alongside them. Anyone who joins this practice will be incredibly fortunate. It is, without question, a one in a million workplace.” – Hazel Robninson (Current Clinic Director).

Compensation & Benefits

Up to £80,000 DOE (Pro rata)

Work‑life balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

Wellbeing

• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme: 24/7 confidential helpline
• Enhanced family‑friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• £1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata
• Certificate support
• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider
• All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding
• All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme

Professional Memberships

• BVA membership
• VDS cover
• RCVS fees

Colleague Benefits

• Company pension scheme with IVC Evidensia contribution
• Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility criteria)
• Voluntary benefit: flexible range of voluntary benefits to suit you
• Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior Level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industry

Veterinary Services