Head vet role, Hereford - surgical bias ideal

Location Hereford
Discipline: Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Practice Management and Area Management
Contact name: Louise Evans

Contact email: louise@brightleaf.co.uk
Job ref: 8521
Published: 2 days ago
Head Veterinary Surgeon –Hereford -surgical bias would be ideal
My client in Leominster is seeking a confident and motivated Head Veterinary Surgeon to join a thriving semi-rural practice in the beautiful market town of Leominster. This role also offers the chance to spend time at another practice too, helping to strengthen links with the team, clients, and patients there.
You’ll be working alongside a supportive group of experienced vets, a skilled nursing team of nine, and eight dedicated reception and admin colleagues. This position is the perfect platform for someone who wants to develop leadership skills, shape clinical standards, and deliver outstanding patient and client care—while still enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
The role is full-time at 40 hours per week, spread over four days. You’ll take part in a 1 in 6 Saturday rota, with no out-of-hours or bank holiday commitments.
About the Role
As head Vet, you’ll be central to driving clinical excellence within the practice. That means providing first-class patient care through consultations, procedures, and monitoring, while ensuring smooth handovers and continuity for cases needing enhanced support. You’ll build strong client relationships through clear communication and care, and you’ll play a key role in mentoring and developing colleagues.
You’ll also support the growth of this new 24-hour practice, help to guide the clinical team, and contribute to shaping the culture of progressive, patient-focused veterinary care 
You’ll be an RCVS-registered Veterinary Surgeon (or someone eligible to register) with strong clinical and surgical skills, confidence in sole charge, and a team-focused mindset. You’ll be experienced in providing high standards of care, proactive in developing both people and practice, and an excellent communicator who can inspire colleagues and build lasting client trust.
Benefits include: Private Medical Insurance, a health cash plan covering dental, physio, and optical services, as well as 24/7 access to a private GP service. Life assurance, a counselling helpline. Generous CPD package of £1,500 plus three paid days each year, internal training opportunities, and funded certificate options. You’ll also have your RCVS, VDS, and BVA fees covered, plus the option of sabbaticals depending on your length of service.
Holidays start at five weeks plus bank holidays, rising to six with service, relocation support, and visa sponsorship if required. As a Head Vet, you’ll also have access to a quarterly contribution scheme, with the potential to earn up to 20% on top of your salary.
To learn more about this exciting opportunity or wish to apply, please don't hesitate to contact Louise@brightleaf.co.uk or give us a call at 01422 433900. We are dedicated to assisting talented Small Animal Veterinary Surgeons and nurses like you in finding the ideal job.

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