Clinical Director, Tay Valley Vets, Perth
1 week ago 
73 views
Salary
up to £80k, DOE
Company
Tay Valley Vets
Contact
Gillian Gallagher
Perth, Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom
Clinical Director – Tay Valley Veterinary Centre, Perth
Salary up to £80,000 (DOE)
Small Animal – Leadership Opportunity
Are you an experienced Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon ready to take the next step into a senior leadership role?
Do you value a supportive team, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to shape the vision of a respected practice?
At Tay Valley Vets, we have an excellent opportunity for a Clinical Director to join our thriving team in beautiful Perthshire — recently voted one of the top five places to live in the UK.
About Us
Tay Valley Vets is an established, purpose-built, RCVS-accredited small animal practice with a reputation for excellent patient care and a genuinely positive working environment.
You will be joining:
• A friendly and collaborative team of experienced Vets
• A highly capable team of RVNs who keep the practice running smoothly
• A practice that values communication, teamwork and high clinical standards
Our Facilities
Our well-equipped practice includes:
• Six consult rooms
• Imaging suite
• Dedicated dental suite including dental X-ray
• Two theatres
• Endoscope
• Multiparameter anaesthetic monitoring
• Full in-house laboratory (bloods, urinalysis and cytology)
• Visiting specialists in orthopaedics and soft tissue surgery
If you have a particular clinical interest or wish to pursue a certificate, we are ready to support you.
The Role – Clinical Director
This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Vet who:
• Enjoys leading and developing a team
• Wants to play a key role in the strategic direction of the practice
• Values strong client relationships and excellent clinical care
• Is ready to take on management responsibilities alongside clinical work
You will oversee clinical standards, support colleagues, and help guide the practice’s future while maintaining hands-on involvement in day-to-day veterinary work.
Working Pattern
• 1:5 OOH rota, with:
– A day off after a weeknight on-call
– A long weekend following a weekend on-call
• Average of 29 hours per week on day shifts after TOIL
• Nurses onsite 24/7 for emergency support, triage and inpatient care
• Well-managed diary structure:
– 15-minute standard appointments
– Longer appointments for complex cases
– Dedicated catch‑up time daily
– Protected emergency slots
Work-life balance is genuinely prioritised.
What We Offer
• Salary up to £80,000 (DOE)
• 6.8 weeks annual leave
• RCVS and VDS fees paid
• Generous CPD budget (no reasonable request refused)
• Funded and supported certificates
• Cost price treatment for your own pets
• Enhanced sick pay and maternity pay
• Health and wellbeing plan
• Optional private medical insurance
• Recruitment referral rewards
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work scheme
You will be joining an enthusiastic and supportive team who are excited to welcome their next leader.
Interested?
If you are a motivated Vet looking to take the next step into a rewarding Clinical Director role, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact Gillian, our Clinical Practice Manager:
[email protected]
Website: Tay Valley Vets | Caring for Pets in Perth & Kinross
Address: 8 Whitefriars Cres, Perth, Perth and Kinross, United Kingdom