Head Veterinary Surgeon

Head Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon - Uppingham - up to £85,000 - Independent Practice

We are an expanding, privately owned independent small animal practice seeking an experienced and ambitious Head Small Animal Vet to manage and oversee the clinical caseload and business operations at our Uppingham practice. This is a unique opportunity for someone looking to combine high-level clinical work with leadership responsibilities, playing a vital role in driving our growth and service expansion.

Key Responsibilities

As the Head Vet, you will:

Lead and support the clinical team in delivering exceptional, bespoke, and affordable care.

Oversee the day-to-day business operations, ensuring smooth workflow and patient care.

Provide mentorship and guidance to graduates and junior vets.

Help support our transition as the practice expands its services following our new RCVS hospital status.

Assist in case discussions, participate in clinical meetings, and support CPD efforts.

Work closely with our administrative team (HR, H&S, and finance) to manage non-clinical duties.

Play a key role in maintaining a healthy work-life balance, with built-in admin time and a flexible diary.

What We Offer

Salary: Circa £65,000 - £85,000

Work Schedule: 4-day workweek with time allocated for administration

Holidays: 5 weeks paid holiday + bank holidays

Professional Support: RCVS fees and Full VDS cover

Career Growth: Leadership, business development opportunities, and fully funded certificates

Bonus Scheme: Performance-based incentives

Additional Benefits: Pension, relocation support, and generous CPD allowance

Out of Hours: Equally shared OOH rota (currently 1:10) with time off following on-call shifts

Team Support: Work with a dedicated night nurse team, providing 24-hour on-site care

Commutable Towns

Uppingham is ideally situated with easy access to several towns and cities, making it a great location for commuting. Nearby towns include:

Oakham (10 mins)

Stamford (20 mins)

Leicester (35 mins)

Peterborough (40 mins)

Kettering (30 mins)

Market Harborough (30 mins)

Corby (20 mins)

Location

Uppingham is a charming market town in Rutland, surrounded by beautiful countryside and offering a fantastic work-life balance with its peaceful environment and good transport links.

To Apply

If you are ready to take on a leadership role in a supportive, independent practice and want to help us continue to deliver high-quality veterinary care, we'd love to hear from you.