Lloyd & Cowan are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for an experienced vet to shape the future of a progressive practice and influence its journey toward becoming a hospital site. This busy, well-established veterinary practice in Dagenham is seeking a motivated Head Small Animal Vet to join their team and take a hands-on leadership role.
The Role
As Head Vet, you'll collaborate closely with the Practice Manager, Head Nurse, and Practice Director to set and achieve practice goals. You’ll take a lead in line-managing the veterinary team, including performance check-ins, competency development, and overseeing the rota. This position emphasises people leadership, enabling you to empower and guide a dedicated team.
About the Practice
This RCVS-accredited practice is ideally located near central London and Essex, with easy access to Southend and major London airports. The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including digital X-ray, ultrasonography, in-house laboratory, dental equipment, dedicated theatre, and separate dog, cat, and isolation wards. The practice is ISFM registered and Feline Friendly, creating a welcoming space for all patients.
Key Details
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week with a 1:3 Saturday rotation, and no OOH.
Growth Opportunities: With career progression actively encouraged, the role is perfect for vets interested in teaching and learning.
Practice Culture: Work up your own cases and build lasting client relationships, with support to excel in patient care and communication.
Benefits Package
Competitive Salary: Up to £80k, depending on experience
Relocation Allowance
Achievable Bonus Scheme
Annual Leave: 5 weeks plus Bank Holidays, with the option to buy/sell 2 extra weeks
Additional Leave: 1 extra day of leave for each year of service (up to 5 years)
CPD: 5 days’ CPD allowance annually
Visa Sponsorship
Enhanced Parental Pay: Maternity, paternity, and adoption
This is an ideal role for a confident, experienced vet ready to lead a team while taking their career to the next level. If you’re ready to make an impact and join a dedicated team, pply today by sending a CV to Nicola via nicola@lloydandcowan.com
For a confidential discussion about our opportunities call Nicola on 028 8744 0649 or email a CV to nicola@lloydandcowan.com
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us on 028 8744 0649.
If you know someone else who may be interested, why not pass this advert on to them. If we successfully place someone, you've referred to us; we'll give you £200 in high street vouchers as a way of saying thank you.
All applications will be treated in the STRICTEST CONFIDENCE.