Senior Clinical Director / Clinical Director – Castle Vets, Bishop Auckland & Barnard Castle, County Durham
This position is ideal for a Clinical Director seeking progression or a senior vet looking to step into their first Clinical Director role. Rota is full time, 40 hours a week, with part‑time options available on request. As Senior Clinical Director, you will provide strong clinical and people leadership across our supportive teams. Your focus will be on delivering exceptional veterinary care while setting clear clinical direction and inspiring others to achieve high standards. You will be confident in your clinical expertise and decision making, comfortable overseeing complex cases, shaping clinical standards, and supporting teams through mentorship and coaching. You will enjoy developing others, building capability, and creating an inclusive, high‑performing culture where colleagues feel supported and empowered to grow. Client care remains central to your leadership approach, and you lead with professionalism, compassion, and integrity in all interactions. Most importantly, you live and breathe our I CARE leadership values: Inclusivity – Valuing diverse perspectives and adapting your approach to bring out the best in everyone. Collaboration – Encouraging open communication and addressing challenges early. Accountability – Supporting honest conversations through regular check‑ins and constructive feedback. Role Modelling – Leading with integrity and following through on commitments. Empathy – Using emotional awareness to support both team wellbeing and high performance. Benefits
RCVS and VDS fees paid in full Generous CPD allowance, BSAVA library access, 450+ courses, and fully funded postgraduate qualifications (CertAVP, PgCert) with tuition, exams, and study leave covered Up to 33 days holiday (with option to buy/sell) CVS Pension Scheme Access to Vet Oracle tele‑medicine specialists, Advanced Clinical Services Network and Regional Clinical Leads for case support and mentoring Health cash plan, Employee Assistance Programme, Wellbeing Champions and enhanced family leave policies Staff pet care discounts – 50% off services, MiPet food and medications Location
This role is based in Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle, with commutable access from numerous surrounding areas in County Durham, Tyne and Wear, and North Yorkshire.
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