Head Veterinary Surgeon

Southdown Veterinary Group; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading veterinary practice in Nuneaton is seeking a motivated Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead and inspire their veterinary team. The successful candidate will be dedicated to clinical excellence and eager to support team development. This full-time role offers a salary of up to £75K FTE, alongside generous benefits including CPD support, extensive holiday, and a collaborative work environment. Part-time applicants are also welcome, ensuring a perfect fit for all.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £75K FTE DOE

Generous CPD budget

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Full VISA sponsorship

Relocation allowance

VDS and RCVS fees covered

CVS pension scheme

Staff discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Save As You Earn scheme

Flexible benefits including gym membership

Qualifications

• Experienced Veterinary Surgeon with leadership qualities.
• Passionate about coaching and empowering veterinary teams.
• Commitment to clinical excellence and team development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a veterinary team.
• Drive standards of clinical care.
• Support in-house learning and external CPD.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Clinical excellence

Team development

Job description

Head Veterinary Surgeon – YourVets Nuneaton

Up to £75k FTE DOE

Ready to lead, develop, and inspire a veterinary team of your own?

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and experienced Veterinary Surgeon to step into the role of Head Vet at YourVets Nuneaton.

We're searching for someone who not only strives for clinical excellence but is also passionate about coaching and empowering others. If you enjoy shaping culture, supporting growth, and driving standards of care, this is a chance to truly make your mark.

This is a full-time role (40 hours per week) with a 1:4 Saturday rota, perfect for a vet who thrives on leadership while still delivering exceptional clinical care. Part‑time applicants are also very welcome we're committed to finding the right fit.

At YourVets Nuneaton, clinical development is at the heart of what we do. We actively encourage both in‑house learning and external CPD or certificate study, ensuring you always feel supported in your progression.

You’ll join a wider group of five practices with 35 FTE vets, including multiple certificate holders offering you a collaborative environment, outstanding peer support, and the chance to follow your cases from start to finish.

Our busy practice promises varied caseloads, brilliant learning opportunities, and the satisfaction of delivering a standard of patient care we're genuinely proud of.

What's in it for you?

We know benefits matter and that everyone's priorities are different. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Competitive salary up to £75K FTE DOE
• Generous CPD budget with support for certificates
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Full VISA sponsorship
• Relocation allowance (where applicable)
• VDS and RCVS fees fully covered
• CVS pension scheme
• Staff discount
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Save As You Earn scheme

• Access to Perk Box offering Entertainment, Travel and Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a range of flexible benefits to suit your needs – such as subsidised gym membership, and cycle to work scheme

CVS is committed to being a fully inclusive place to work where all our colleagues are encouraged and supported to be themselves, where difference is celebrated and where everyone feels able to deliver their best. We are also determined to build a workforce that is more representative of our diverse communities and the people we provide our services to.