We have an exciting opportunity for a people-focused and motivated Practice Manager to join us in a new role working across two IVC brands, Oakmount Vets and Kingsway Veterinary Hospital. You will closely with the Director of Practice and be supported by a wider management team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys working with people, and is quick to learn.
Situated in Burnley, Lancashire Oakmount Vets has been providing exceptional veterinary care to the community for over 60 years. A busy, small animal practice it is well equipped with 5 consulting rooms, 2 theatres, digital and dental radiography, in house Lab and offers orthopaedic and laparoscopic surgeries and ultrasonography.
Kingsway Veterinary Hospital has been providing exceptional veterinary care for more than 80 years, successfully combining a traditional ethos of compassionate care with progressive, modern medicine. The hospital is equipped with an extensive range of modern facilities, including
At inspiring vet care, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the UK’s number one vet care provider, we're trusted with the care of over 2 million animals, delivering our purpose of healthier animals and happier owners.
How You’ll Make a Difference
As Practice Manager, you will lead the non-clinical operations of the practice, working closely with clinical leadership to ensure efficient day-to-day running, strong team performance, and an outstanding client experience.
You’ll be responsible for operational delivery, people management, and compliance, while supporting the practice to achieve its performance, quality, and service objectives. This role plays a key part in creating a positive culture and enabling clinical teams to deliver excellent care.
*This is a full-time role working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
You Might Be a Great Fit If...
You are an experienced people and operations manager with strong leadership capability. You’ll bring:
* Proven experience in a management role, ideally within healthcare, veterinary, or service-led environments
* Strong people management skills, including performance management and team development
* Good operational and organisational capability, with the ability to manage competing priorities
* Experience handling complaints, change, and complex situations with confidence
* Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
How We’ll Support You
At inspiring vet care, we’re committed to supporting you in a senior operational leadership role. When you join us, you’ll benefit from:
* A key leadership role with responsibility for operational performance and team culture
* Clear career pathways with progression opportunities into senior practice or regional leadership roles
* Ongoing learning and development via the IVC Evidensia Academy to support leadership and professional growth.
* A collaborative, values-led culture focused on care, community, and continuous improvement
What We Offer Our Team
*6.8 weeks’ holiday including bank holidays
*Private medical insurance
*Enhanced family leave and pay across maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
*Pension scheme
*Cycle to Work and Green Car schemes (eligibility applies)
*Retail discounts and cashback offers
*Reduced-cost veterinary care for your own pets
We’re committed to supporting our people through career development opportunities, wellbeing initiatives and access to world-class learning resources.
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step in your career, inspiring vet care offers the support, opportunity and community to help you grow.
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