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Pound Corner • Wangford • NR34 8RS
… your award winning, independent small animal practice
Job Opportunities at Wangford Veterinary Clinic
Join our Award Winning Independent Small Animal Veterinary Practice - Currently Seeking Practice Manager
Lead our Vibrant Veterinary Team
Are you ready to lead a passionate team in a thriving veterinary practice that values collaboration, innovation, and exceptional client care? At Wangford Vets, we pride ourselves on creating a friendly, inclusive environment where every team member can flourish.
About the Role
As practice Manager, you’ll:
• Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring our practice runs smoothly.
• Inspire and lead a dedicated team, fostering a positive and collaborative culture.
• Drive business growth and client satisfaction through excellent service and innovation.
What we are looking for
• Proven experience in management, ideally in a veterinary or healthcare setting.
• Exceptional organisational and leadership skills.
• A passion for team development and continuous improvement.
Why join Us?
• Competitive salary and benefits, including 4 weeks holiday plus bank holidays, increasing to 5 weeks, private healthcare scheme, supported and funded CPD, generous staff discounts on treatment and products.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A supportive, values driven workplace where your contributions truly matter.
* Salary: £34,000 - £38,000 base depending on experience
About Us
At Wangford Veterinary Clinic, we pride ourselves on being more than just a veterinary practice – we’re a community built on trust, compassion and excellence. Our core values of Friendliness, Commitment, Integrity, Community and Sustainability define every aspect of what we do.
We aim to create a warm, welcoming environment for pets and their owners, fostering genuine, lasting relationships. Whether it’s celebrating happy milestones or supporting clients through tough times, our team is always there with care, understanding, and a cup of tea if needed.
The Practice Manager will be responsible for improving business operations and identifying opportunities for enhancing processes and procedures through quick decision-making and action. Through a collaborative approach, the Practice Manager will partner with team leaders to improve workflows across all departments. They will play a pivotal role in aligning diverse team needs and delivering positive outcomes.
Our Practice Manager will be a crucial part of this ethos, ensuring the smooth running of the clinic while embodying our values in every interaction with staff, clients, and the local community.
Skills, experience and values we’re looking for…
We’re looking for a new Practice Manager with a combination of skills, experience and values, that will contribute to the growing requirements of the Practice.
• You’ll be able to demonstrate proven experience as a Practice or Operations Manager, preferably within the veterinary, healthcare, or related sector.
• We’re specifically looking for a proven track record of streamlining operations, managing complex stakeholder dynamics, and driving improvements that balance staff well-being with client satisfaction.
• You’ll have a clearly defined set of values that drive your motivation and productivity, combined with growth mindset.
• We’re looking for a good level of financial acumen in areas such as budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• You will be able to demonstrate your ability in team leadership and management, and you’ll have a clear leadership style which fosters collaboration, communication and outcomes.
• We really need exceptional organisational and multitasking skills, with a laser focus on details and compliance.
• As an experienced leader, you’ll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively liaises with team leaders, team members, clients and our suppliers and partners.
• We require you have a high level of proficiency in a range of office management software (i.e.MS Office Suite) and the ability to quickly learn new software, such as veterinary software.
Don’t miss this opportunity to make a meaningful impact – apply today!
To apply, send your CV and a covering letter to walter@wangfordvetclinic.com Closing date 28thFebruary 2025
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We have a NIGHT NURSE position available, working a 3-week rota that consists of 7 nights on followed by 14 off (shifts 7.00pm – 8-15am)
* Location: Wangford Veterinary Clinic, near the beautiful Suffolk Coast
* Salary: in excess of £30,000
Are you a passionate and qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse looking to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners? We would like to invite you to join our highly respected, award-winning independent practice where your expertise and compassion will be truly valued.
Who We Are Looking For
A qualified Registered Veterinary Nurse with a genuine love of animals.
Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team and as sole nurse.
With a hands-on and enthusiastic attitude towards veterinary nursing ,we offer full overnight hospital care, giving our patients the very best. You will require good theatre skills too.
Why Choose Us?
At Wangford Veterinary Clinic, we pride ourselves on creating a supportive and friendly work atmosphere with a team who truly cares. Our commitment to excellence has earned us many awards, and we are dedicated to providing the highest quality care. Here, you will be part of a close-knit team that shares a common goal, to ensure the health and happiness of our patients.
What we offer
*RCVS & VDS membership fees paid
*CPD allowance with opportunities for development and training
*Access to Private Healthcare – including Hearing, Dental and Optical cover
*Generous staff discounts
*Pension scheme
Join a practice that values your skills, supports your growth and celebrates your contributions, we would love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a cover letter to estelle@wangfordvetclinic.com
Or call 01502 578999
Become part of a team that is making a difference every day.
Website: www.wangfordvetclinic.com
Petplan Veterinary Practice of the Year 2020 - Winners!
JOIN US - We are always interested in hearing from interested Small Animal Vets and New Graduates - Call us NOW 01502 578999 or email Walter: walter@wangfordvetclinic.com or Estelle: estelle@wangfordvetclinic.com
We are an independent Small Animal Practice with a team of dedicated, experienced and passionate Veterinary professionals providing outstanding care since 2002
Wangford Veterinary Clinic is a long established, award-winning practice near the beautiful Suffolk coast. We pride ourselves on client care and offer a personal and compassionate service to our loyal client base.
We are an inclusive and friendly team with a strong ethos of looking after and supporting each other. We are proud to have an exceptionally low staff turnover.
If you would like to work for an independent veterinary practice where both our team and animal welfare are a priority, we would love to hear from you.
