Director of Clinical Services

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:

• Operational leadership of nursing and therapy teams.

• Development and implementation of hospital-wide strategies to ensure outstanding clinical and therapeutic outcomes.

• Ensuring full compliance with statutory regulations, policies, and professional standards.

• Establishing and maintaining positive relationships with external health and social care professionals.

• Overseeing clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.

• Managing clinical budgets effectively.

• Contributing to the overall hospital strategy and service development.

• Providing leadership, support, and guidance to clinical staff to maintain a high-performance culture.

Essential Criteria:

• Registered with NMC or HCPC.

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a managerial or supervisory clinical role (e.g., Ward Manager or equivalent).

• In-depth knowledge of statutory regulations.

• Experience in managing clinical budgets.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, innovate, and drive positive change.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining professional integrity.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and opportunities for career progression.

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (increasing with service).

• Additional day off for your birthday.

• Contributory pension scheme.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.

• Free on-site parking.

• Subsidised meals during shifts.

• Cycle to work scheme.

• Professional registration fees paid (NMC or HCPC).

• 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 Healthrecruitment 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!