How You’ll Make a Difference

As Director of Clinical Services, you will provide senior clinical leadership across a large practice, hospital, or group of services, setting and delivering the clinical vision in line with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]’s strategy, standards, and values. You’ll oversee clinical governance, quality improvement, and performance across services, working closely with senior operational leaders to drive excellent patient outcomes, sustainable service delivery, and a strong clinical culture. This role combines strategic leadership with accountability for clinical standards, people development, and continuous improvement.

• This is a full-time role working four days per week, with a share of 1:4 Saturday mornings from 8:30am to 1pm.
• There are no out of hours or on call responsibilities as these are managed by a nearby [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] hospital.
• Part-time applications of 30+ hours or more per week will also be considered.

You Might Be a Great Fit If...

You are a senior veterinary leader with a strong track record of clinical excellence and strategic leadership. You’ll bring:

• A Veterinary degree with RCVS registration and significant senior clinical experience
• Proven leadership experience within a complex veterinary or healthcare setting
• Strong expertise in clinical governance, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance
• The ability to set and deliver a clinical vision while leading and developing high-performing teams
• Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills

How We’ll Support You

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we’re committed to supporting you in a senior clinical leadership role. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:

• The opportunity to shape and lead the clinical strategy across a large practice, hospital, or group of services with senior-level influence over clinical standards, governance, and service development
• Support to further develop strategic leadership, change management, and organisational impact
• Funded learning and development including CPD allowance and access to [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] academy training centres & role-relevant courses
• £1,250 annual Care Fund for every vet
• Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into Director of Practice and Clinical Services or wider executive leadership roles
• A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, innovation, and continuous improvement

What We Offer Our Team

• 6.6 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• BVA membership, VDS cover & RCVS fees
• Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
• Retail discounts and cashback offers
• Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets