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Location: South Wales - Easily commutable from Cardiff, Newport, Bridgend, Swansea, and surrounding areas.
Working Arrangements: 37.5 hours per week (flexible to meet service needs), including on-call responsibilities.
Salary Package: £75,000 Per annumÂ
About the Role:
Appoint Healthcare is excited to partner with a leading healthcare provider to recruit a Hospital Director for a specialist Mental Health Service in South Wales. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader to manage and develop a high-quality, patient-focused service for adults with mental health needs, learning disabilities, and associated complex behaviors.
As a key leadership figure, you will oversee all aspects of hospital operations, including strategic planning, regulatory compliance, financial management, and staff development. The role demands a proactive, visionary leader who can drive innovation while ensuring the delivery of exceptional care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the operational and strategic management of the hospital, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., Mental Health Act 1983, CQC).
- Develop and maintain relationships with commissioners, regulators, and external stakeholders.
- Deliver high-quality care by supporting multidisciplinary teams to implement care plans, treatment plans, and risk assessments effectively.
- Oversee the hospital's budget, ensuring financial targets are met while optimizing resource use.
- Provide strong leadership, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.
- Promote the retention, development, and performance of staff, ensuring compliance with training requirements and professional standards.
- Act as an ambassador for the organization, enhancing its reputation among key audiences.
Requirements:
- Registered Nurse (RNMH, RNLD, or RGN) or equivalent qualification with a valid NMC registration.
- Extensive leadership and management experience within mental health or learning disabilities services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory frameworks and healthcare legislation.
- Proven experience in budgetary management, workforce planning, and driving service improvements.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective partnerships.
- Ability to lead through change, inspire teams, and achieve strategic objectives.
Employee Benefits:
- Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Pension scheme and life assurance.
- Comprehensive induction and leadership training.
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
To Apply:
This is a confidential role, and we welcome interest from professionals looking to advance their career in a supportive, dynamic environment. For more information or to submit your CV, please contact:
Amy Parker
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Hospital Director | Mental Health | Learning Disabilities | Leadership | South Wales | Cardiff | Healthcare Management | Strategic Leadership
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