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Director of Practice and Clinical Services
Lead, Inspire and Make Your Mark in a Thriving Small Animal Practice
Salary up to £85,000 DOE, plus a Welcome Bonus of up to £3,000 and a Relocation Allowance of up to £3,000
About Inspring Vet Care
At inspring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we deliver the care of over 2 million animals, driving our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a true leadership role while staying focused on excellent clinical care.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Director of Practice and Clinical Services to join Holmefield Vets, a two-site, highly respected small animal practice set in semi-rural Brayton, South of York.
Ideal for an experienced vet looking to shape the future of a well-established practice while maintaining hands-on clinical work.
Key Responsibilities
This role offers the best of both worlds: 80% practical clinical work and a leadership role, including:
- Hands-on clinical work: Work on varied caseloads such as consults, surgery and emergency care in two busy practice sites.
- Leadership & team development: Support and mentor colleagues, junior vets, and new graduates, guiding clinical decision-making and fostering confidence.
- Strategic influence: Shape the growth, standards and culture of the practice, driving clinical improvements and sustainable development.
- Cross-site coordination: Ensure consistency in clinical standards, governance, and operations across two sites.
- Leadership & culture: Set the strategic direction and lead teams in client experience, business performance and operational excellence.
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Working Pattern
- Hours: 40 hrs/week (either 4 or 5 days)
- On Call: One in four Saturday mornings only
- No out-of-hours or permanent on-call commitments
Ideal Candidate
You’ll be a senior leader with:
✅ Proven experience in a senior management/leadership role within veterinary practice ✅ Strong clinical expertise with the ability to mentor colleagues, discuss complex cases and set clinical standards ✅ Collaborative & people-centred leadership style, with experience in onboarding, coaching and developing teams ✅ Essential skills: Clinical governance, continuous improvement, stakeholder engagement and stakeholder communication
Why Join Us?
As you grow in your leadership journey, we’ll empower you with:
🔹 Leadership autonomy – Own the practice’s strategy, culture, and performance 🔹 Targets & goals – Shape the sustainable growth, operations, client experience, and business impact of the practice 🔹 Large-scale engagement – Drive major change initiatives and long-term organisational success 🔹 Professional development – Access to leadership development, training and mentorship 🔹 Collaborative culture – Operate within a values-driven organisation focused on care, community and growth
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What We Offer
💼 Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 📅 6.6 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays) 🏥 Private medical insurance 👨👩👧👦 Family leave & pay benefits (maternity, paternity, adoption, surrogacy) 💰 Pension scheme 🚴 Cycle to Work Scheme, Green Car options 💸 Retail discounts & cashback offers 🐾 Discounted veterinary care for your personal pets
We support growth through career development, wellbeing initiatives and access to leading-edge learning resources.
About the Location
The practice is located in Brayton, York, close to York, Harrogate, and Selby – giving you easy access to urban convenience and Yorkshire’s stunning countryside. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to:
🌿 North York Moors 🌑 Howardian Hills 🏞️ Yorkshire Wolds 🌊 East Yorkshire Coast
Excellent transport links, including motorway access and nearby train stations.
Salary & Benefits
Starting salary of £70,000 progressing to £85,000 (pro rata). Duties determined under a fair wages model.
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