Director of Practice - Oakham Veterinary Hospital

Up to £50,000 DOE

Full or part-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Lead with purpose at one of the East Midlands’ most respected veterinary hospitals

We’re looking for a dedicated Director of Practice to lead our well-established small animal veterinary hospital. This pivotal role is about inspiring and supporting the whole team (from vets and nurses to client care staff), fostering a positive culture, and ensuring the highest standards of care for our patients and their owners.

This is a 40-hour per week, Monday to Friday, on-site position. You’ll play a key role in supporting the hospital team and ensuring smooth operations across the practice. From driving efficiency to nurturing a culture of collaboration and excellence, you’ll help maintain the exceptional standards our clients and patients expect.

About the Practice

Oakham Veterinary Hospital is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary practice with 7.4 FTE small animal veterinarians, including a surgery certificate holder and an advanced cardiology practitioner, providing a strong foundation of clinical expertise.

Our equine hospital, separately led on-site, delivers specialist care for equine patients, making Oakham a truly diverse and collaborative environment.

We’re equipped with advanced facilities, including an on-site CT scanner, enabling cutting-edge diagnostics and treatment. With a culture built on professional development, teamwork, and exceptional patient care, Oakham Veterinary Hospital offers an exciting and rewarding place to lead.

Why Join Us?

Be part of a supportive and innovative veterinary hospital where collaboration and high-quality care are at the heart of everything we do.

You’ll work closely with our skilled clinical teams, providing leadership and operational guidance while benefiting from their wealth of experience.

We also offer a structured regional support network, including weekly area calls and monthly meetings to share ideas, discuss challenges, and drive best practice.

Empathy is at the core of what we do – for both patients and people – and we’re committed to helping you develop through a range of upskilling opportunities and professional growth initiatives.

Location

Located in the charming county town of Oakham, Rutland, our practice offers the perfect blend of countryside living and modern convenience. The area boasts excellent schools, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, and leisure facilities, while nearby Rutland Water provides stunning scenery for sailing, cycling, walking, and wildlife watching.

With great transport links to Leicester, Nottingham, Peterborough, and London, Oakham offers both accessibility and a genuine sense of community.

We recognise that our people are fundamental to the success of our business. Investing in our people, premises, and processes is at the heart of what we do. In addition to a competitive base salary of up to £50,000, you will benefit from:

Work-life Balance

• 6.6 weeks annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Additional holiday entitlement for your birthday
• Private Medical Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential helpline)
• Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy pay
• Initiatives focused on colleague wellbeing

Development

• Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy
• Infection Prevention and Control Programme
• Quality Improvement Programme
• Company pension scheme (IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well)
• Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme (subject to eligibility)
• Voluntary benefits: choose from a range of options to suit your lifestyle
• Access to discounts and cashback with hundreds of retailers
• Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice

Oakham Veterinary Hospital, Small Animal

Ashwell Road, Oakham, Oakham, LE15 7QH, United Kingdom

At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

Any questions before applying?

Speak to Elliott Burgin from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.