Job Description

Clinical Lead Farm Veterinary Surgeon
Avondale Veterinary Group, Strathaven - Farm, Strathaven, Scotland
Discipline: Farm
Full Time, Flexible
Financial package up to 100,0###

Financial Package up to 100,000

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Salary up to 85,000 pro rata DOE plus up to 5,000 Welcome Bonus, up to 8,000 Relocation Allowance, 20% of salary paid in month 6 as Elevate Bonus plus benefits.

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Flexible Working Available | Fantastic Leadership Opportunity | Career Progression | Supportive Culture

Are you ready to take the reins of clinical leadership and shape the future of farm animal care in a thriving rural practice?

Avondale Vets in the picturesque market town of Strathaven, South Lanarkshire, is looking for a Clinical Lead Farm Vet to spearhead and develop our farm department--providing outstanding care to clients while building a resilient and forward-thinking team around you.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity to step into a leadership role where you'll have the autonomy to influence clinical direction, mentor the next generation of vets, and help grow a department from a strong foundation with support from a wider network.###

Why Join Us?

At Avondale, we're proud of our longstanding reputation and loyal client base across the Lanarkshire farming community. As part of the IVC Evidensia family, you'll be backed by a national network and supported by a local leadership team that's passionate about growing a sustainable and dynamic mixed-practice service.

We're not starting from scratch--we're growing from a place of strength and ambition. You'll be key in expanding the farm team, building on established relationships, and fostering a collaborative culture grounded in clinical excellence and professional pride.###

As Clinical Lead Farm Vet, you'll:

Deliver high-quality clinical care across a range of farm species with a focus on Dairy with some Beef, Sheep and Smallholding work. Take the lead on clinical governance, protocols, and audits. Provide mentorship and professional development for vets, nurses, and support staff. Shape the development of clinical services in partnership with the Practice Director. Manage complex cases and act as a trusted clinical adviser to the team and clients. Drive continuous improvement through performance management and strategic planning. Support recruitment and on-boarding of new team members as the department grows.


You'll play a vital role not only in day-to-day clinical operations but also in the strategic evolution of the practice, helping to ensure we remain at the forefront of modern veterinary care.###

We're looking for a dynamic, experienced vet who is:

Confident in farm animal work with a broad skill set across clinical and surgical cases. An inspiring and empathetic leader, capable of mentoring others and shaping team culture. Experienced with (or ready to step into) clinical governance, CPD planning, and performance development. Committed to excellence in patient care, client communication, and continuous improvement. Passionate about developing a thriving and modern rural practice.
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Ready for a challenge? Explore our Elevate programme

You'll also be enrolled in our Elevate Programme--designed to fast-track clinical leaders through bespoke mentorship, additional financial incentives, and structured professional development.

As part of the Elevate programme and to reward your commitment, we offer exciting additional benefits, including:Up to 5,000 welcome bonus paid in first salary Up to 8,000 relocation bonus

- Elevate bonus paid at month 6 - 20% of annual salary
- Elevate bonus paid at month 12 - 10% of annual salaryConcierge support with the relocation process Paid leave for the duration of your move (up to three days)
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Location

Based in the vibrant community of Strathaven, you'll enjoy rural practice life with easy access to Glasgow and surrounding regions. South Lanarkshire offers the best of both worlds--rolling countryside and close-knit farming communities, balanced with urban conveniences just a short drive away.###

Ready to Lead the Way?

If you're passionate about farm veterinary work and want to make a tangible impact in a leadership role that's backed by a supportive practice and wider veterinary network, we want to hear from you.

Take your next step with Avondale Vets. Lead the change. Grow the future.###

Because our people matter

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary, you will benefit from -
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Work-life balance

7.8 weeks annual leave Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday

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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

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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

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Professional Memberships

BVA membership VDS cover

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Colleague Benefits

Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a 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
Avondale Veterinary Group, Strathaven - Farm
Avondale House, Strathaven Rural Centre, Strathaven, ML10 6SY, United Kingdom

Animals treated

Farm animals
At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.###

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.####

Lead Talent Partner

Margaret Bryson

margaret.bryson@ivcevidensia.com