CVS Group UK
Head Veterinary Surgeon
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Head Veterinary Surgeon
Head Veterinary Surgeon
Location: Pennine Vets, Tottington and Harwood, Greater Manchester
Pennine Vets are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for a Head Veterinary Surgeon to join our wonderful team. This pivotal leadership role delivers exceptional, patient-centred care, drives clinical excellence, supports operational efficiency, and leads continuous service improvement.
Rota & Workplace
- 40 hours per week, across 4 days (Monday to Thursday)
- No out-of-hours (OOH) or on-call duties
- No Sundays
- Part-time options available—please contact the recruitment team to discuss
About Pennine Vets
Pennine Vets was established in 2004, with two practice sites in Tottington, Bury and Harwood, Bolton. Both locations work in tandem, offering high-quality veterinary care, surgery, and treatment, including routine procedures and pet consultations.
The practices cater to a varied caseload, with a focus on basic surgery and consultations, alongside exotic animals. Fronted by a well-supported team (three Veterinary Surgeons, six Nurses, and dedicated support staff), they operate in a modern, well-equipped environment featuring:
- Digital X-ray and ultrasound facilities
- Separate cat and dog wards
- In-house comprehensive laboratory services
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About You
You’ll be a natural leader passionate about:
- Coaching, mentoring, and nurturing your veterinary team
- Steering consistent excellence in both patient care and client service
- Driving growth through proactive problem-solving
Key Responsibilities & Attributes
- 10+ years of veterinary experience, with a strong clinical track record
- Natural mentor, eager to support colleagues’ professional development
- Proactive, resilient, and solutions-focused
- Dedicated to operational efficiency and continuing service improvement
- Collaborative, positive mindset with clear communication skills
- Forward-thinking leader wanting to shape the future of the practice
The Benefits
At CVS, our commitment to you ensures growth and well-being. Enjoy:
Professional Development
- Full RCVS & VDS fees covered
- Generous CPD allowance, access to the BSAVA library, and 450+ online courses
- Fully funded postgraduate qualifications (e.g., CertAVP, PgCert), including tuition, exams, and study leave
Work-Life Balance
- Up to 33 days holiday (buy/sell options available)
- CVS Pension Scheme included
Wellbeing & Support
- Vet Oracle telemedicine support, Advanced Clinical Services Network, and Regional Clinical Leads
- Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Wellbeing Champions network
- Enhanced family leave policies
- Dedicated pastoral support for mental and physical health
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Extras
- 50% discounts on staff pet care (surgeries, MiPet food, medications)
The Culture
At CVS, we foster an inclusive, equitable environment, prioritising diverse perspectives and psychological safety. Key initiatives include:
- Monthly line-manager check-ins
- 400+ Wellbeing Champions and Pastoral Support Vets
- Personal mentoring programmes
- Investment in facilities through CVS’s multi-million-pound improvement fund
Our cultivating ethos ensures non-clinical staff (HR, finance, IT, payroll) are readily available to support the practice’s operational needs.
Commutable from: Greater Manchester, Lancashire, West Yorkshire, and Cheshire (including Ashboro, Middleton, Leigh, Stockport etc.).
Interested?
Apply here or contact the recruitment team: Jim, Recruitment at [email hidden]
We’d love to discuss your application further or arrange an informal chat!
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