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Head Veterinary Surgeon

Portsmouth Full Time From £75,000

Introduction

Candor Vets is seeking a highly experienced and passionate Head Veterinary Surgeon to lead a dedicated team at a modern, purpose-built practice in Portsmouth. This is a fantastic opportunity for a clinically excellent individual to drive continuous improvement in clinical standards and services, whilst fostering a culture of excellence within the team.

The Role

The successful Head Veterinary Surgeon will be a pivotal member of the management team. The role requires a high level of clinical expertise and a deep commitment to delivering outstanding patient care. This position is ideal for someone comfortable in a leadership capacity, possessing the drive and passion to execute a strategic vision, and to coach and inspire colleagues to consistently provide gold-standard, evidence-based veterinary care.

The required working pattern is 4 days a week, with a 1:4 weekend rota.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary, starting from £75,000 DOE

  • Quarterly recognition payments

  • Enhanced maternity & paternity pay

  • Income protection

  • Electric car scheme

  • Employee benefits and discounts

  • Help at Hand for health and wellbeing support

  • Funded professional memberships

  • Generous CPD allowance

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Internal leadership training opportunities

Job Reference HVS004

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Job Summary

Location
Portsmouth
Region
South East
Job Type
Full Time
Category
Veterinary Surgeon
Salary
From £75,000
Posted
5 May 2026

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