Practice Owner

About the Role

This is a genuine practice ownership opportunity with Vets for Pets Bradford, a well-established small animal clinic operating since 2014. You'll have complete clinical and operational autonomy to shape your practice vision, build your team, and serve your local community—all while enjoying real work-life balance from day one with a guaranteed salary as you grow the business. The Bradford practice operates Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (extending to 7pm on Tuesday and Wednesday), with out-of-hours cover managed by a neighbouring Vets for Pets practice. You'll have access to a spacious, well-maintained facility with everything you need to deliver excellent care.

The Practice

• Three consultation rooms and large open-plan prep/pharmacy area
• Operating theatre, separate cat, dog, and isolation kennels
• Digital X-ray, blood analyser, and complete dental kit (all well-maintained)
• Current caseload exceeding 2,200 patients (40% canine, 60% feline)
• Established patient base in a residential area with off-road parking and excellent public transport access
• Small, supportive team united in delivering high-quality preventative healthcare

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop the clinical and operational direction of the practice
• Build and mentor your team to deliver the standards you set
• Drive business growth whilst maintaining work-life balance
• Make clinical decisions independently with full autonomy
• Develop community relationships and grow the patient base

What You'll Need

• Proven experience as a veterinary surgeon, RVN, or practice manager with a track record of success
• Entrepreneurial ambition and proven business acumen (or strong potential)
• Ability to lead and inspire a team
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and preventative medicine
• Current professional registration with RCVS (if veterinary-qualified)

What's on Offer

• Guaranteed salary from day one as you build the business
• Full clinical and operational autonomy
• Access to 12 dedicated support departments (finance, HR, IT, marketing, clinical, compliance, etc.)
• Backing of a national network of 440+ practices for shared learning and resources
• Real work-life balance with manageable hours and out-of-hours cover arranged
• Opportunity to build lasting personal and professional value
• Support from the Vets for Pets Partnerships team throughout your ownership journey

About Vets for Pets

Vets for Pets operates a network of over 440 locally owned small animal veterinary practices across the UK. Each practice maintains complete clinical and operational independence, allowing owners to shape their own offering while benefiting from the security, resources, and support of a wider group. The company provides comprehensive backing across finance, HR, IT, marketing, clinical support, and compliance—removing the startup burden so you can focus on your vision.