Job Title: Director of Clinical Services
Location: West Midlands
Salary: Up to £55,000 (dependant on experience)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a skilled and dedicated Director of Clinical Services to join a leading mental health service provider. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in operational and clinical leadership, ensuring the highest standard of patient care within a multi-disciplinary setting.
Key Responsibilities:
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Operational leadership of nursing and therapy teams.
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Development and implementation of hospital-wide strategies to ensure outstanding clinical and therapeutic outcomes.
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Ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations, policies, and professional standards.
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Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with external health and social care professionals.
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Overseeing clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.
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Managing clinical budgets effectively.
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Contributing to the overall hospital strategy and service development.
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Providing leadership, support, and guidance to clinical staff to maintain a high-performance culture.
Essential Criteria:
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Registered with NMC or HCPC.
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Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
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Minimum of 2 years' experience in a managerial or supervisory clinical role (e.g., Ward Manager or equivalent).
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In-depth knowledge of statutory regulations.
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Experience in managing clinical budgets.
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Demonstrated ability to lead, innovate, and drive positive change.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining professional integrity.
Benefits:
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Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.
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25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with service).
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Additional day off for your birthday.
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Contributory pension scheme.
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Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
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Free on-site parking.
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Subsidised meals during shifts.
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Cycle to work scheme.
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Professional registration fees paid (NMC or HCPC).
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Access to Employee Assistance Programme 24/7.
Application Process:
For further details or to arrange an informal discussion, please submit your application, and a member of the Key Health recruitment team will be in touch.
If you are an experienced clinical leader with a passion for delivering high-quality mental health services, we encourage you to apply today