Veterinary Surgeon / Clinical Lead – Trafford Park, Greater Manchester
About the Role
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon in Trafford Park, Greater Manchester, within a modern, well-equipped practice offering flexibility, clinical autonomy and a genuinely supportive team culture.
The role offers a salary of up to £65,000 FTE for a Veterinary Surgeon, or up to £75,000 FTE for a Clinical Lead, depending on experience.
The position offers 40 hours per week, with flexible shift patterns designed to support work-life balance and individual commitments. There is no out-of-hours requirement, alongside 1 in 4 Saturdays, 9am–6pm, with time back in lieu.
This is an excellent opportunity for a vet who wants to develop their clinical interests, pursue further qualifications or progress into a leadership position while remaining part of a close-knit and collaborative team.
About the Practice
The practice is a modern, purpose-built small animal veterinary surgery in Trafford Park, with a strong focus on clinical excellence, teamwork and colleague wellbeing.
The practice has developed a positive and supportive culture where knowledge sharing is encouraged and colleagues are supported in pursuing their individual interests.
Facilities include:
Digital X-ray
Ultrasound
Full in-house laboratory
Dental X-ray
High-quality microscope
Multiparameter monitoring
Drip pumps and syringe drivers
Bair Hugger patient warming system
The veterinary team has a broad range of clinical interests, including ophthalmology, acupuncture, internal medicine and cytology, creating excellent opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
The nursing and VCA teams provide strong clinical support through nurse-led clinics, procedures and day-to-day patient care, while the client-facing team ensures a welcoming and professional experience for clients.
The practice is also currently working towards ISFM Cat Friendly status.
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality first-opinion veterinary care across a varied small animal caseload.
Confidently manage routine medical and surgical cases.
Perform surgical procedures to a high clinical standard.
Conduct thorough consultations, examinations and diagnostic work-ups.
Develop individual clinical interests and pursue further areas of specialisation.
Build strong and trusting relationships with clients and their pets.
Work collaboratively with Veterinary Surgeons, RVNs, VCAs and client care colleagues.
Make effective use of in-house diagnostic and laboratory facilities.
Support clinical discussions, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
Maintain accurate clinical records and high standards of patient welfare.
Participate in CPD and certificate development where appropriate.
For Clinical Lead applicants, provide clinical leadership and support the continued development of the veterinary team and practice.
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be an experienced Veterinary Surgeon who is confident across general small animal medicine and surgery.
They should be a compassionate and confident clinician who enjoys both the clinical and client-facing aspects of veterinary practice.
Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential, alongside a genuine interest in supporting colleagues and contributing to a positive working environment.
Candidates who enjoy surgery and want to develop a particular clinical interest will be well supported.
For those seeking progression, the Clinical Lead opportunity offers a salary of up to £75,000 FTE and the opportunity to take on additional leadership responsibility.
Compensation & Benefits
Up to £65,000 FTE for Veterinary Surgeon roles
Up to £75,000 FTE for Clinical Lead roles
40 hours per week
Flexible shift patterns
Flexible approach to work-life balance and childcare commitments
1 in 4 Saturdays, 9am–6pm
Time back in lieu following Saturday working
No out-of-hours
28 days' annual leave including Bank Holidays
Generous funded CPD
Protected CPD time
Full support for certificates
Career progression opportunities
Paid RCVS, VDS and BVA memberships
Contributory pension scheme
20% colleague discount at Pets at Home, The Groom Room and The Vet Group
Modern, purpose-built facilities
Strong clinical support team
Opportunities to develop specialist interests
ISFM Cat Friendly status currently being pursued
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon seeking veterinary jobs in Trafford Park or Greater Manchester who wants flexibility, clinical development and a supportive team environment.
With salary options up to £65,000 FTE for a Veterinary Surgeon or £75,000 FTE for a Clinical Lead, alongside flexible working, no OOH, generous CPD and excellent clinical facilities, this role offers a strong platform for both professional and personal development.
The practice is conveniently located at Trafford Retail Park, close to the M60 and a wide range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities, making commuting and everyday convenience particularly easy.
To find out more or to apply, please contact:
Ollie Lear - Talent Partner
T: 07706 346515
E: ollie@supreme-ss.com