Job Title: Head of Clinical Services (Nurse)
Location: Lancashire
Type: Permanent
Hours: 36 hours per week
Salary: £49,119 - £57,331 per annum
Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Head of Clinical Services for a prominent healthcare charity operating in Lancashire. This charity is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with brain injuries across the UK. Their facilities, including assessment centers, rehabilitation units, and hospitals, employ expert neurorehabilitation techniques to aid individuals in regaining lost skills and achieving personal goals.
About Us:
We are a leading charity committed to improving the lives of individuals with brain injuries. Our passionate team fosters a supportive and collaborative environment, where every member is valued and teamwork is paramount.
Role Overview:
The Head of Clinical Services will oversee the quality and standards of care delivery within the service, ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies such as the Care Quality Commission (CQC). Responsibilities include managing care services within budgetary constraints, fostering positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, and leading the clinical team in delivering high-quality care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the budget for care provision, ensuring effective resource utilisation and expenditure control.
- Identify and manage risks affecting care, experience, or safety.
- Ensure compliance with relevant care standards, environmental standards, and health and safety requirements.
- Provide leadership within the multidisciplinary team and deputise for the Service Director when necessary.
- Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives and participate in service development projects.
- Maintain strong staff engagement and support, ensuring effective rostering and out-of-hours support.
- Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to support organisational strategy and service development.
About You:
- Registered Nurse with relevant management qualifications or equivalent experience.
- Extensive post-registration experience in healthcare, with demonstrable management and leadership skills.
- Ability to work autonomously, demonstrate initiative, and prioritise competing demands effectively.
- Experience in quality governance, including clinical audit, risk management, and complaints handling.
- Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills.
- Willingness to work outside normal hours and travel occasionally within the UK.
Rewards:
In addition to a competitive salary and pension scheme, we offer excellent benefits, including staff discounts, training opportunities, and support for employee wellbeing and development.
If you're ready to join our dedicated team, apply now.
All successful candidates will be subject to compliance checks, including references and DBS/PVG checks. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, guaranteeing interviews for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role.
