Inspiring Vet Care
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# Director of Practice and Clinical Services – Veterinary Surgeon Mearley Veterinary Group | Inspiring Vet Care
About Inspiring Vet Care
At Inspiring Vet Care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s largest veterinary care provider, we are entrusted with the care of over 2 million animals, guided by our purpose: healthier animals and happier owners.
The Role: Director of Practice and Clinical Services
We are seeking a highly experienced and commercially aware Veterinary Surgeon to join Mearley Veterary Group as Director of Practice and Clinical Services. This is an exemplary opportunity to step into a leadership role while staying actively involved in clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities
You will play a pivotal role in:
- Overseeing operations across 3 veterinary practices (Clitheroe, Accrington, and Barrowford).
- Leading the practice team while driving high clinical standards and sustainable commercial growth.
- Delivering a clinical vision aligned with our strategy, standards, and values.
- Ensuring clinical governance, quality improvement, and performance excellence across services.
- Actively contributing to a 75% clinical caseload while mentoring colleagues and maintaining hands-on care.
- Supporting operational leaders in delivering optimal patient outcomes and maintaining a strong clinical culture.
Practice Highlights
- Premium 3-site group located in Lancashire (easy access to Manchester, Leeds, and Lake District).
- Modern facilities including:
- Digital imaging
- Ultrasound
- In-house laboratory equipment
- Dedicated surgical spaces
- Commitment to continued professional development (CPD) with incentives for certifications and postgraduate qualifications.
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Location & Lifestyle
- Beautiful countryside and vibrant communities (Ribble Valley, Pendle Hill, Forest of Bowland).
- Excellent outdoor and culinary experiences, with a strong local sense of community.
- Work-life balance ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, food lovers, and families.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Set and execute clinical strategies aligned with the UK’s leading vet care provider.
- Drive continuous improvement in quality, governance, and patient outcomes.
- Foster professional growth within the team and maintain inspirational clinical standards.
- Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure excellence across all levels.
Working Pattern
- Full-time role (40 hours/week)
- Typically 4–5 days, afternoon shift preference (9am–7pm, flexible arrangement required).
- Monthly Saturday commitments (1 in 4, 9am–1pm).
- No on-call or out-of-hours duties.
- 75% clinical caseload with dedicated leadership responsibilities.
Ideal Candidate Profile
You’ll bring:
✅ Senior/leadership experience within a veterinary practice environment. ✅ Proven clinical expertise, capable of handling complex cases and mentoring colleagues. ✅ A collaborative, people-centric leadership style with a track record of developing clinical teams. ✅ Strong commitment to clinical excellence, governance, and improvement. ✅ Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills at senior levels.
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How We’ll Support Your Growth
Joining Inspiring Vet Care means:
🔹 Leadership autonomy to shape practice strategy, culture, and performance. 🔹 Senior-level influence across clinical and business outcomes, including change management. 🔹 Career development through structured mentorship and executive training. 🔹 Collaboration within a values-driven culture focused on innovation, care, and improvement.
Benefits Package
- 6.6 weeks’ holiday (+ bank holidays).
- Private medical insurance.
- Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy) with top-up payments.
- Company pension scheme.
- Cycle to Work & Green Car schemes.
- Competitive veterinary discounts for personal pets (duties apply).
- Cashback offers and retail discounts.
- Support for wellbeing initiatives and professional growth.
Basis of Remuneration
Up to £80,000 per annum, commensurate with experience and negotiation.
Why Inspiring Vet Care?
We are fully invested in career development, wellbeing support, and providing world-class resources. Whether taking your first step or next leap, we offer the opportunities, community, and ambition to help you thrive.
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