Head of Clinical Services

Senior leadership remit | Strong clinical governance focus | Modern refurbished clinical areas | Supportive multidisciplinary team

Step into a pivotal 12-month maternity cover where you can shape services, influence outcomes, and lead from the front as a Head of Clinical Services within an established acute hospital setting, based in Nottingham. This Head of Clinical Services opportunity offers real scope to drive quality, performance, and patient experience alongside a close-knit senior team.

As Head of Clinical Services, you will balance hands-on clinical leadership with operational oversight, supporting teams to deliver high-quality, evidence-based care while maintaining safe, effective services.

Package & Benefits

Up to £75,000 per annum plus bonus.
Contributory pension scheme 
25 days’ annual leave plus 8 bank holidays, with the opportunity to buy and sell leave.
Private healthcare and life assurance.
Funded development via an in-house academy with genuine opportunities to grow and specialise.About the Company

This is a well-established independent hospital providing both private and NHS services, with a strong reputation for customer service and clinical standards. The service is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and is focused on progressing to ‘Outstanding’, supported by ongoing investment and service transformation.

Key Responsibilities

Provide senior leadership, direction and operational management across clinical services, deputising for the Hospital Director when required.
Lead clinical governance and continuous improvement to deliver excellent acute elective surgical and medical outcomes.
Oversee resources to sustain agreed activity levels, including workforce planning, budgets, management reporting and supply contracts.
Build and maintain effective partnerships with key stakeholders including Consultants, ICS partners, GPs and suppliers.About You

Senior clinical leadership experience within acute elective surgical and or medical services.
NMC or HCPC registration, with proven experience working in a surgical environment.
Demonstrable track record of leading teams to meet CQC requirements and clinical governance standards.If you are a Head of Clinical Services, Clinical Services Manager or Clinical Services Lead looking for a role with real influence and autonomy, get in touch today to discuss the details and application process.

Contact Clara at Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion on (phone number removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed