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A senior leadership position where your decisions genuinely shape how we deliver care Protected time for leadership, mentoring and strategy—not just squeezed around consults Support from experienced Practice Managers and an engaged regional operations team The opportunity to drive clinical excellence, team wellbeing and future direction A role where your voice is heard, valued and backed by a supportive leadership structure A North Norfolk lifestyle with beaches, countryside and vibrant coastal towns on your doorstep
Set and maintain high clinical and professional standards across both sites Champion evidence-based medicine and encourage continuous development Provide senior clinical support, case guidance and oversight
Mentor and coach vets, RVNs and support teams Help build a positive, collaborative and learning-focused culture Play a key role in recruitment, onboarding and retention
Work alongside Practice Managers to shape the future of both practices Support clinical protocol development and compliance Contribute to business planning, service development and client experience initiatives
An MRCVS Veterinary Surgeon with strong clinical abilities Experienced in leading teams, or ready to step confidently into a senior leadership position A strong communicator who thrives on supporting others to grow Passionate about delivering excellent care and driving improvements Curious, commercially aware and ready to influence practice direction
7.6 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
£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
BVA membership VDS cover
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 Apply
Director of Practice & Clinical Services
Miramar Veterinary Centre, East of England
Discipline: Small Animal
Full Time, Flexible
Up to £85,000 DOE
Miramar Vets (Sheringham) & Glaven Vets (Holt & Wells-next-the-Sea)
Full-time | Flexible | No OOH | Leadership + Supported Clinical Role
Salary up to £85,000 DOE | £5,000 Welcome Bonus | £5,000 Relocation Allowance
Lead with impact. Shape the future of two respected practices on the North Norfolk coast.
Are you an experienced and forward-thinking Veterinary Surgeon who’s ready for a role with real influence?
We’re seeking a Director of Practice & Clinical Services to provide clinical leadership, people development and strategic direction across two well-established, community-centred practices: Miramar Vets in Sheringham and Glaven Vets in Holt & Wells-next-the-Sea.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader who enjoys balancing high-quality clinical work with shaping culture, standards and growth at practice level—without the pressure of out-of-hours and with flexible working to support your lifestyle.
What This Role Offers You
Your Core Responsibilities
In this hybrid leadership/clinical role, you will:
Clinical & Standards Leadership
People & Team Development
Strategic & Operational Direction
Clinical work will form part of your week, but your leadership remit will be fully supported with protected time.
About You
You will be:
If you love developing people, elevating standards and working collaboratively, this role will feel like home.
About Our Practices
Miramar Vets — Sheringham
A friendly, modern, forward-thinking practice with excellent facilities, a loyal client base and a supportive, close-knit team.
Glaven Vets — Holt & Wells-next-the-Sea
A well-rooted community practice with a dedicated and fun team, varied caseload—including wildlife—and a deep commitment to local animal care.
These practices offer diversity, autonomy and the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.
Ready to Lead With Purpose?
If you’re motivated by clinical excellence, passionate about developing people and excited by the opportunity to guide two respected practices into their next chapter, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us at Miramar & Glaven Vets—where leadership meets heart, and community meets clinical excellence.
Because our people matter
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, you will benefit from -
Work-life balance
Wellbeing
Development
Professional Memberships
Colleague Benefits
Miramar Veterinary Centre
15 Weybourne Road, Sheringham, NR26 8HF, United Kingdom
Animals treated
Dogs, cats & small pets
Chicken Friendly
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 Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.