Richmond House Vets, part of the well-established Gatehouse Veterinary Group, are looking for an ambitious and motivated Branch Manager to lead our practice into an exciting new chapter.
We are relocating to a brand-new, purpose-built site near Mirfield, fully equipped with modern facilities including a dental suite, separate species wards, digital x-ray, and theatres. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants real influence over how a practice develops and thrives.
About Us
As part of Gatehouse Veterinary Group, you’ll benefit from the support, training, and guidance of a highly experienced leadership team, alongside the stability of a larger group. Gatehouse is proud to hold awards for outstanding performance within the Practice Standards Scheme (PSS), and Richmond House Vets will be working towards PSS compliance at General Practice level.
We also have a strong focus on learning and development and aim to grow Richmond House Vets into a training practice for veterinary nurses.
The Role
As Branch Manager, you will:
Lead the day-to-day management of the practice along with the leadership team Drive the practice forward through relocation and growth Support and develop the clinical and non-clinical team Act as a Clinical Coach, supporting student veterinary nurses Play a key role in achieving and maintaining PSS compliance Work closely with the wider Gatehouse Veterinary Group for support and best practice sharing
What we’re looking for
A confident, motivated Registered Veterinary Nurse Experience in leadership role or ready to take that next step Passion for team development, training, and high standards of care Confident, proactive, and excited by the opportunity to shape a growing practice Qualified and willing to act as a Clinical Coach (or happy to undertake training if required)
Hours & Rota
The role is based on a 40-hour working week, with hours worked over four or five days. There is a 1-in-4 Saturday morning rota from 8:00am to 1:00pm, and the position does not include any out-of-hours responsibilities.
What We Offer
A leadership role with real autonomy and influence
A modern, well-equipped working environment
Ongoing training, support, and guidance from an award-winning group
The opportunity to help build a training-focused, PSS-compliant practice
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
6.6 weeks annual leaveAdditional holiday entitlement for your birthday
Wellbeing
Private medical insuranceEnhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity/paternity/adoption/shared parental and surrogacy payCycle to Work schemeInitiatives focused on employee wellbeingNon-accidental injury support
Development
£550 CPD allowance with 24 hours paid pro rataCertificate supportLearning and development opportunities via the IVC Evidensia AcademyAccess to Vetlexicon – our online encyclopaedia providerAll our Vets & Nurses can apply for research fundingInfection Prevention and Control ProgrammeQuality Improvement Programme
Professional Memberships
BVA membershipVDS coverRCVS fees
Additional
Pawsome Benefits – reward gateway giving discounts and cashback with 100’s of retailersPension – 5% Employee/3% EmployerDiscounted staff pet care