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Practice Manager

Glenshane Veterinary Clinics, Maghera, Maghera, Northern Ireland & Isle of Man

Discipline: Leadership

Full Time, Flexible

Up to £35,000 DOE

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Practice Manager - Glenshane Vets 

Salary up to £35,000 DOE

Closing date : 30th July 2026 subject to change 

 
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.

Glenshane Veterinary Group part of inspiring vet care is seeking a Practice Manager of our busy veterinary practices in Maghera, Fairhill and Dungiven. As part of a larger veterinary group, this is an excellent opportunity for a proactive manager who enjoys working within a large clinical team and supporting both people and processes to deliver outstanding patient and client care.
 
Working closely with the Clinical Director and management team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the practice, leading the non-clinical team and helping to create a positive and efficient workplace for colleagues and clients alike.
 
 

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. 
 
 
  •  Oversee the day-to-day administration and operational management of the practice
  • Lead and support the reception and administrative teams
  • Manage staff rotas, annual leave planning and workforce scheduling to ensure appropriate practice coverage
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    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
    Coordinate recruitment activities, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, onboarding and induction of new team members
      Support employee engagement, performance management and staff development initiatives
    Work collaboratively with the Clinical Lead and Head Nurse to deliver practice objectives and maintain high standards of service
    Monitor key performance indicators and support the achievement of business goals
     Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and relevant regulatory requirements
     Handle client feedback and support the with complaint’s
    Working 40hrs a week over 4 or 5 days 
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    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 
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    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  
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    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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    Glenshane Veterinary Clinics, Maghera

    1 Ballynahone Road, Maghera, Maghera, BT46 5DL, United Kingdom

    Animals treated

    Dogs, cats & small pets

    Farm animals

    Equine

    Exotic Friendly

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    At IVC Evidensia we are a committed to Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging, we are keen to hear from candidates from all minority and diverse groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we are keen to hear from candidates with disabilities and long-term health conditions and would be happy to discuss any reasonable adjustments needed during the recruitment process.

    Any questions before applying?

    Speak to Margaret Bryson from our recruitment team who would be happy to help you with any questions you have before applying for this role.

    Lead Talent Partner

    Margaret Bryson

    margaret.bryson@ivcevidensia.com