Job Description

Lead Vet - Virginia Water Vets, Surrey

Up to 80,000 DOE, Welcome Bonus up to 10,000, plus Relocation Allowance up to 8,000 Lead with compassion. Grow with purpose. Make a difference every day.

Brand new practice opening early 2026!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join our friendly, community-focused team at Virginia Water Vets - a well-established practice in the heart of this picturesque Surrey village, where trusted relationships and quality care are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in helping our people thrive -- both in and out of work.

About the Role

As our new Lead Vet, you'll shape the future of our practice - clinically, culturally, and collaboratively. You'll balance hands-on clinical work with leading a small, passionate team that truly cares about what they do.

Your week will include a healthy mix of consults and surgery, with the freedom to follow your cases from start to finish. We're known locally for our dentistry and ophthalmology work, and you'll have access to visiting specialists and support from a brilliant network of nearby IVC practices.

And the future? It's bright. With brand-new, purpose-built premises opening in early 2026, you'll have the chance to help design, grow, and lead the next chapter of Virginia Water Vets.

Why You'll Love Working HereSupportive, community-focused team with a family feel No OOH Saturday rota (8:30am-12:30pm) with Friday afternoon off in lieu Flexible hours to suit your lifestyle Stunning location: countryside calm meets city convenience (Heathrow nearby, London <1 hour) Active involvement with local charities, including StreetVet and Cats Protection


Be Part of Our Next Chapter

This is your chance to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in a practice that's deeply loved by its clients and community while shaping an exciting future in a brand-new premises.

If you're ready to take the reins and guide a team that cares as much as you do, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today, and let's talk about how we can build your perfect role at Virginia Water Vets.

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 salary, you will benefit from -

Work-life balance7.6 weeks annual leave Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday


WellbeingPrivate medical insurance Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay Cycle to Work scheme Initiatives focused on employee wellbeing Non-accidental injury support


Development1,250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid 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


Professional MembershipsBVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees


AdditionalPawsome Benefits - reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100's of retailers Pension - 5% Employee/3% Employer Discounted staff pet care

Up to 80,000 DOE