Clinical Director - York

Purosearch Ltd.; York and North Yorkshire; Presencial; GBP 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Relocation allowance

Flexible working patterns

£1,750 CPD allowance and five days of 

Private medical insurance discount

Health Cash Plan

Workplace pension

Descripción de la vacante

Purosearch Ltd. is seeking a Clinical Director for a well-established small animal practice in York, North Yorkshire. The role offers leadership across three sites, with focus on clinical excellence, team development and strategic growth.

Salary ranges from £65,000 to £85,000+ DOE, with relocation support, flexible working and a competitive benefits package to attract an experienced Veterinary Surgeon ready for leadership.

Formación

• Experience leading veterinary teams across multiple sites.
• Commitment to high clinical standards and patient care.
• Strong mentoring and staff development abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsabilidades

• Lead veterinary surgeons and team leaders across three sites.
• Maintain excellent clinical standards and client care.
• Mentor colleagues and support professional development.
• Contribute to strategic direction, growth and financial performance.
• Collaborate with Practice Manager and wider support teams.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team development

Clinical governance

Mentoring

Communication

Descripción del empleo

Clinical Director – Small Animal Veterinary Practice

Location: York, North Yorkshire

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Ready to lead, inspire and shape the future of veterinary care?

Take the next step in veterinary leadership with the freedom to make a real difference, a supportive team behind you and the opportunity to influence clinical excellence.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Veterinary Surgeon or current Clinical Director to lead a well-established small animal practice in York, with a proud history dating back to the 1950s.

With responsibility across three sites, this role offers the chance to develop a talented team, influence clinical standards and contribute to the future growth of the practice. A salary of up to £85,000+ DOE, joining bonus, relocation support and flexible working make this an excellent career opportunity.

Previous leadership experience isn't essential — full training and support are available for the right candidate.

The Opportunity

The Clinical Director will lead the clinical, operational and people-focused direction of the practice, working alongside an established senior leadership team.

The practice is known for its high standards of veterinary care, welcoming family feel and collaborative culture, where team wellbeing and professional development are priorities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading, motivating and developing veterinary surgeons and Team Leaders across three sites.
• Maintaining excellent clinical standards and outstanding patient and client care.
• Mentoring colleagues and supporting their professional development.
• Contributing to the strategic direction, growth and financial performance of the practice.
• Working closely with the Practice Manager, Business Development Director and wider support teams.

The successful candidate will have the autonomy to make an impact, backed by experienced leadership and dedicated support teams.

About You

The practice is looking for a confident, compassionate veterinary surgeon who enjoys developing others and creating a positive working environment.

Applicants should have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Sound clinical judgement and a commitment to high clinical standards.
• A passion for mentoring, teamwork and exceptional patient care.

Previous leadership or management experience is advantageous but not essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Veterinary Surgeon ready to progress into their first Clinical Director role, with training and ongoing support provided.

Salary, Benefits and Development

• Salary of £65,000-£85,000+ DOE.
• Relocation allowance and support package available.
• Flexible working patterns and hours considered.
• £1,750 annual CPD allowance and five days of paid CPD.
• Additional leadership training and career development.
• 6 weeks' annual leave, including bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell holidays.
• Health Cash Plan and discounted private medical insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Workplace pension and life insurance.

Why York?

York combines a vibrant historic city, excellent restaurants and cultural attractions with easy access to the beautiful Yorkshire countryside. It offers an attractive lifestyle for veterinary professionals looking to develop their careers, with relocation support available for those moving to the area.

Take the Next Step

Whether an experienced Clinical Director or an ambitious Veterinary Surgeon ready for leadership, this is an opportunity to shape clinical standards, support a dedicated team and make a lasting difference.