
Ready to lead? Abivale Vets seeks an experienced Lead Vet for their Wallingford practice, with no out-of-hours on-call required and genuine sole charge support.
No out-of-hours or on-call required. Rota includes 2 Saturdays and 1 Sunday every 7 weeks. Bank holidays on rota basis.
As Lead Veterinary Surgeon at Abivale Vets' Wallingford branch, you'll be the most senior clinician on site, leading clinical standards, governance, and delivering outstanding patient care. This is a solo leadership position within a supportive multi-branch practice, where you'll oversee complex cases and set the clinical direction for the branch alongside the senior practice leadership team. The role includes occasional shifts at sister sites in Abingdon, Didcot, and Wantage.
Working full-time (40 hours per week on average), you'll manage the day-to-day running of the branch and build client relationships with support from a friendly team. The rota includes Saturday and Sunday shifts on a 7-week cycle (2 Saturdays and 1 Sunday every 7 weeks), with no out-of-hours or on-call duties required. Part-time applications are also considered.
Abivale Veterinary Group is part of inspiring vet care, the UK's number one vet care provider, trusted with the care of over 2 million animals. The group operates four RCVS-accredited surgeries across South Oxfordshire (Abingdon, Didcot, Wallingford, and Wantage) with a team of experienced clinicians and support staff. The practices benefit from excellent equipment and a dedicated out-of-hours emergency service. Located in beautiful South Oxfordshire with good links to Oxford and London, Abivale combines countryside setting with modern veterinary facilities.
inspiring vet care is committed to a collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement, with clear progression opportunities and world-class learning resources.