Come and join one of the UK s largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000 people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone. Are you a dynamic and experienced leader ready to make a meaningful impact? Holybourne Hospital, part of the Active Care Group, is seeking a dedicated Hospital Director to lead our service to excellence in delivering high-quality, person-centred care. As the Hospital Director, you will take full ownership of the service, ensuring it operates to the highest standards of care, compliance, and operational efficiency. You will lead and inspire your team, maintain regulatory excellence, drive occupancy, and achieve financial and operational targets while prioritising the well-being of patients and staff. At Active Care Group, we offer a supportive environment where innovation and collaboration drive excellence. Our vision is a world where individuals with complex needs receive the care and kindness they deserve. If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to lead Holybourne Hospital into an exciting future, we want to hear from you. What you'll be working: Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible. What you'll be doing: Maintain registration and ensure compliance with regulatory standards (CQC) while upholding a culture of continuous improvement, making sure the service and all colleagues are always inspection ready. Drive patient-centred care through comprehensive assessments and care plans. Maintain up to date knowledge of all ACG Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) making sure that all processes are adhered to and regularly monitored to ensure compliance. Lead your team with a focus on professional development, engagement, and well-being, drawing on the ACG Leadership principles, and creating an environment where feedback is welcomed and acted upon. Build relationships with commissioners, families, and external stakeholders. Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, staffing, and resource management. Take responsibility for attaining and maintaining maximised bed occupancy, through appropriate marketing and referral processing. Serve as an ambassador for Holybourne Hospital, raising its profile in the community. Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights. What you'll have: Proven management experience in health and social care, preferably in a CQC-regulated service. A relevant qualification (e.g., Level 5 Diploma) Strong knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks. Working knowledge of governance processes Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Successful candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS We also want to ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable facilities to participate in job applications or interviews to perform essential job functions. To support this, we are a Disability Confident committed employer. What to look forward to: 25 days plus bank holidays Birthday off Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice A Nest Personal Pension account Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to 1500 by recommending someone you know and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group