Farm Clinical Director – Cornwall - Up to £80k

British Veterinary Association; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated veterinary practice in East Cornwall is seeking a confident Farm Clinical Director to lead a committed team of farm vets. This senior role involves promoting clinical standards, mentoring colleagues, and delivering high-quality veterinary care, including proactive dairy work. The position offers excellent support, generous holidays, and numerous benefits like a CPD allowance and discounted veterinary fees.

Benefits

6.6 weeks of holiday

Generous CPD allowance

Discounted veterinary fees

Enhanced family leave policies

Access to Healthshield

Discounts through MyPerks

Qualifications

• Confident and motivated farm veterinary surgeon.
• Passion for clinical leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical standards and promote best practices within the veterinary team.
• Collaborate with the Farm Practice Manager for guidance.
• Oversee delivery of government OV work.
• Deliver excellent clinical services with a focus on proactive dairy work.

Job description

Key Role Info

• Salary: Up to £80,000 p/a. reflective of skills and experience
• Hours: Full-time - 4 or 5-day week – your choice
• OOHs: Participate in the on-call rota 1 in 12 (with additional spring support), supported by a dedicated night vet covering half the rota.

About The Role

• Our client is seeking an experienced Farm Clinical Director or a motivated Farm Veterinary Surgeon ready to step into a leadership role.
• This is an opportunity to join a dedicated, farm-only veterinary practice in South East Cornwall, taking on a senior clinical position that combines leadership responsibilities with high-quality veterinary care.

Responsibilities

• The Farm Clinical Director will:
• Lead clinical standards and promote best practices within the veterinary team.
• Collaborate with the Farm Practice Manager, providing clinical guidance and oversight to support practice operations.
• Act as Vet Services Manager, overseeing the delivery of government OV work.
• Deliver excellent clinical services, with a focus on proactive and consultancy-led dairy work being advantageous.

Who is Sought

• This role is ideal for a confident and motivated farm veterinary surgeon with a passion for clinical leadership.
• While leadership experience is welcomed, it is not essential, as support will be provided for those stepping into this role for the first time.

What is Offered

• A senior clinical role exclusively in a farm-only practice.
• Support and mentorship from experienced Senior Clinical Directors within the group
• A collaborative culture with opportunities to influence the clinical direction of the practice.
• Benefits include 6.6 weeks of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays), a generous CPD allowance, discounted veterinary fees, enhanced family leave policies, access to Healthshield for health and wellbeing treatments, and discounts through MyPerks.

About the Practice

The practice operates with a team of 7 farm vets, 3 ATT, and a vet tech. The team is committed to delivering proactive, high-quality care for beef, sheep, and dairy clients. The practice values collaboration, innovation, and support, implementing progressive herd health planning, preventative medicine, and novel pricing models.

Location

The practice is located in East Cornwall, offering a mix of rolling countryside, coastal access, and a welcoming rural community.

Job Reference No: JN-092025-33045