Farm Animal Clinical Director / Clinical Lead – Southwest Cornwall

GVC is assisting a well-established mixed practice in Southwest Cornwall to recruit a Farm Animal Clinical Director (or Clinical Lead ready to progress with mentoring). This senior role offers the chance to lead and shape farm veterinary services while enjoying a lifestyle in one of the UK’s most beautiful regions.

The Role:

• Salary: £55,000–£70,000 DOE

• Flexible 4- or 5-day (two half days) working week

• 1:12 OOH rota shared with equine

• Lead proactive herd health planning and consultancy-led farm services

• Oversee government OV work as Vet Services Manager

• Opportunity to develop leadership skills with structured mentoring

About the Candidate:

• Experienced farm vet (MRCVS) with strong clinical skills

• Passionate about proactive, high-quality farm vetting

• Collaborative, supportive, and excellent communicator

• Keen to mentor and develop colleagues from ATT/vet techs to junior vets

• Interested in leadership and clinical standards, either already in a senior role or ready to step up

Benefits:

• Flexible contracts: full-time, part-time, 

• Relocation assistance 

• CPD: £1,750 + 5 days; £2,500 + 8 days for certificate holders, with additional support for certificates and leadership training

• 5 weeks holiday + bank holidays (pro rata)

• Memberships paid: RCVS, VDS, BVA

• Enhanced sick pay

Location:
Southwest Cornwall offers rolling countryside, a thriving rural community, and coastline just minutes away. Enjoy evenings and weekends walking, riding, surfing, or paddleboarding in a beautiful part of the UK.

This is an excellent opportunity for a farm vet looking to combine clinical leadership, career development, and lifestyle.

To apply, contact GVC: stephanie.hellier@gvcvets.com | 01392 793069