Clinical Director – Academy Vets, Stranraer
Salary up to £80,000 DOE | Relocation Allowance up to £8,000 | Welcome Bonus up to £10,000
Lead and Inspire at Academy Vets!
Are you an experienced small animal veterinary surgeon with a passion for leadership or looking for your first leadership role within veterinary? If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, Academy Vets in Stranraer has an exciting opportunity for a
Clinical Director
to join and help guide our dynamic team. Why Join Academy Vets?
Located in the stunning region of Stranraer, our practice offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and an exceptional lifestyle. With beaches for paddleboarding, the Southern Uplands for walking and camping, and a warm community spirit, Stranraer is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Our team includes
10 vets
(including one Clinical Director),
3 RVNs ,
3 auxiliary nurses , and
5 receptionists
across two branches: our main practice in Stranraer and a branch in Newton Stewart. We are an
RCVS-accredited farm and small animal practice
with state-of-the-art facilities, including: Latest small and large animal
ultrasound Digital radiography Bull and TUP fertility kit Full IDEXX suite The Role
Working alongside our current Clinical Director, who specializes in cattle health and production, you’ll primarily focus on
small animal clinical work . Your responsibilities will include consulting, operating, and mentoring junior vets, with the opportunity to pursue a special interest in areas such as
internal medicine, orthopaedics, ultrasound imaging, or exotics. As Clinical Director, you’ll also play a vital role in guiding both clinical and non-clinical aspects of the practice, collaborating with the Practice Manager, Area Director, and Area Support Manager to shape the clinic’s direction, supporting the team as the Vet GDP Adviser and mentoring junior vets. Your Work-Life Balance
We value flexibility and teamwork. The role involves: Working
up to 40 hours per week across 5 days . 2:4
Saturdays (9am-12pm) with no
OOH . What We Offer
At Academy Vets, we are committed to supporting your career development. We have a Clinical Director with a Certificate in Cattle Health and Production and are eager to support the right candidate in pursuing additional qualifications, whether that’s a
Certificate, DBR , or other areas of interest. Ready to Lead?
If you’re passionate about high-quality veterinary care, team leadership, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join Academy Vets and step into a fulfilling career in the heart of Galloway. Take the next step in your career with Academy Vets – where your expertise and vision will thrive. Work-life Balance
7.8 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
£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme Professional Memberships
BVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging, and 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. Speak to Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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Salary up to £80,000 DOE | Relocation Allowance up to £8,000 | Welcome Bonus up to £10,000
Lead and Inspire at Academy Vets!
Are you an experienced small animal veterinary surgeon with a passion for leadership or looking for your first leadership role within veterinary? If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, Academy Vets in Stranraer has an exciting opportunity for a
Clinical Director
to join and help guide our dynamic team. Why Join Academy Vets?
Located in the stunning region of Stranraer, our practice offers the perfect blend of professional opportunity and an exceptional lifestyle. With beaches for paddleboarding, the Southern Uplands for walking and camping, and a warm community spirit, Stranraer is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Our team includes
10 vets
(including one Clinical Director),
3 RVNs ,
3 auxiliary nurses , and
5 receptionists
across two branches: our main practice in Stranraer and a branch in Newton Stewart. We are an
RCVS-accredited farm and small animal practice
with state-of-the-art facilities, including: Latest small and large animal
ultrasound Digital radiography Bull and TUP fertility kit Full IDEXX suite The Role
Working alongside our current Clinical Director, who specializes in cattle health and production, you’ll primarily focus on
small animal clinical work . Your responsibilities will include consulting, operating, and mentoring junior vets, with the opportunity to pursue a special interest in areas such as
internal medicine, orthopaedics, ultrasound imaging, or exotics. As Clinical Director, you’ll also play a vital role in guiding both clinical and non-clinical aspects of the practice, collaborating with the Practice Manager, Area Director, and Area Support Manager to shape the clinic’s direction, supporting the team as the Vet GDP Adviser and mentoring junior vets. Your Work-Life Balance
We value flexibility and teamwork. The role involves: Working
up to 40 hours per week across 5 days . 2:4
Saturdays (9am-12pm) with no
OOH . What We Offer
At Academy Vets, we are committed to supporting your career development. We have a Clinical Director with a Certificate in Cattle Health and Production and are eager to support the right candidate in pursuing additional qualifications, whether that’s a
Certificate, DBR , or other areas of interest. Ready to Lead?
If you’re passionate about high-quality veterinary care, team leadership, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Join Academy Vets and step into a fulfilling career in the heart of Galloway. Take the next step in your career with Academy Vets – where your expertise and vision will thrive. Work-life Balance
7.8 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
£1250 CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD leave pro rata Certificate support Learning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia Academy Access to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia provider All our Vets & Nurses can apply for research funding All our Vets get £1250 per annum to spend via our Care Fund Infection Prevention and Control Programme Quality Improvement Programme Professional Memberships
BVA membership VDS cover RCVS fees Company pension scheme. IVC Evidensia will make a contribution as well Supporting a greener commute to work with a Cycle to Work scheme and Green Cars Scheme, subject to eligibility criteria Voluntary benefits: we give you the flexibility to choose from a range of voluntary benefits to suit you Access to discounts/cashback with hundreds of participating retailers Discounted treatment for your own pets at an IVC Evidensia practice At IVC Evidensia, we are committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion, and Belonging, and 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. Speak to Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.
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