Prospect Hospice is seeking an experienced seniorclinical leader to take strategic and operational responsibility for ourcommunity palliative and end-of-life care services across Swindon, Marlboroughand Northeast Wiltshire.
This is a substantive senior leadership role withaccountability for service performance, workforce, quality, governance andsystem partnership working.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week(Monday Friday, with flexibility as required)
Equivalent to NHS Band 8a(please note we are not on agenda for change)
The role
Reporting to the Director of Patient Services, youwill provide visible, professional and operational leadership for:
Single Point of Contact (SPOC)
Community Clinical Nurse Specialists
Hospice at Home
Community Clinical Administration
You Will be accountable for ensuring services are:
Safe robust governance, risk management and safestaffing
Effective evidence-based practice and measurableoutcomes
Caring compassionate, patient-centred care
Responsive timely, equitable access across thecommunity
Well-led strong leadership culture aligned to CQCstandards
You Will oversee service performance, KPIs, budgetmanagement, workforce planning and regulatory compliance, while leading servicedevelopment and transformation in response to local need and nationalpalliative care priorities.
Main duties of the job
System Leadership & Strategic Impact
This role extends beyond operational delivery.
You Will:
Represent the hospice in the ICB and system forums
Strengthen integration with NHS community services, primary care, acute trusts and voluntary sector partners
Contribute to neighbourhood and single point of contact models
Lead service redesign and innovation
Support business case development and service expansion opportunities
Contribute to education, research, audit and quality improvement programmes
About You
We are looking for a leader operating at NHS Band 8a level (or equivalent) with:
Current UK professional registration (NMC/HCPC or equivalent)
Significant senior clinical leadership experience in community and/or palliative care
Proven operational management of clinical services, including workforce and budget responsibility
Strong knowledge of CQC standards and clinical governance frameworks
Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams in complex, emotionally demanding environments
Experience of cross-organisational partnership working
A postgraduate qualification in leadership, advanced clinical practice or palliative care is desirable.
How to Apply
Please apply on our web site - Vacant Positions - Prospect Hospice
Interviews will be held on 7th April 2026.
About us
Prospect Hospice is an independent hospice supporting a community of300,000 people in Swindon, Marlborough and North Wiltshire, and the villages ofLechlade and Fairford in Gloucestershire.
It is the only dedicated provider ofspecialist end of life care services within it's locality. The Hospicesmulti-professionals teams support people in the community, in care homes, atthe Great Western Hospital and at the Hospice in Wroughton. Care is alsoextended to the families and friends of patients.
Job responsibilities
Our vision is a community where death is no longer a taboo and everyone lives and dies well.
Our mission is that we will work with and through others using our skills and expertise so that people have choice and support at the end of their life.
In order to make these a reality we have developed four strategic priorities which give direction to all that we do. Our values, guiding the work of the hospice focus on six areas. These apply to all who work on behalf of Prospect Hospice, including trustees.
Secure the continuity of Prospect Hospice charity for our community for generations to come
Take pride in being a great place to work and thrive
Deliver bespoke specialist care that supports dignity and choice
Use our expertise to educate and influence the delivery of excellence in end-of-life care
You Will bring strategic thinking, emotionalintelligence, resilience and a proactive, improvement-focused approach.
Informal visits are encouraged. Please contactCarolyn Bell, Director of Patient Services, CarolynBell@prospect-hospice.net toarrange this and Jane Green our retiring community matron JaneGreen@prospect-hospice.net willbe very happy to talk to you about Prospect Hospice and this role.
Pleasenote, should we receive an overwhelming response for the job advertised, wereserve the right to close the vacancy early.
UKRegistration
Applicantsmust have current UK professional GMC/NMC/HCPC registration
Disclosure andBarring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act(Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known asCRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Equality& Diversity
Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging adiverse and inclusive workingenvironment.We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in ourworkplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communitieswe serve.
Wewelcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex,gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy andmaternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Safeguarding
We arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. Aspart of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject tothorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verificationof qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhereto our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.
Youmust tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warningsunder the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
To find outmore or to apply please visit our website www.prospect-hospice.netjobs
Please refer to the attached jobdescription for comprehensive information regarding the responsibilities,qualifications, and expectations associated with the position.
Person Specification
Personal Qualities
Commitment to and ability to demonstrate Prospect Hospice values and behaviours at all times.
Have a track record of working inclusively and a genuine appreciation of the value of diversity.
Able to maintain the highest professional standards at all times, and act as a true ambassador for the Hospice and encourage others to do the same.
To be authentic, open honest and transparent.
Demonstrates compassionate, inclusive, and values-based leadership aligned with hospice ASPIRE values.
High levels of emotional intelligence, resilience, and self-awareness.
Ability to manage complexity, ambiguity, and competing priorities.
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Reflective, resilient and patient centred.
Flexible and committed to professional development.
Role model for professional accountability, integrity, and continuous learning.
Qualifications
Registered healthcare professional (e.g. Nurse, Allied Health Professional) with current registration with the relevant professional body (e.g. NMC, HCPC).
Educated to degree level or equivalent professional experience.
Postgraduate qualification in leadership, advanced clinical practice, or palliative/end-of-life care or similar level experience and a commitment to further study.
Experience
Significant senior clinical leadership and management experience within community and/or palliative care services.
Proven experience of operational management of clinical services, including workforce management, performance monitoring, and service delivery.
Demonstrable experience of working within a clinical governance framework, including audit, risk management, incident investigation, and quality improvement.
Experience of leading multidisciplinary teams in complex and emotionally demanding clinical environments.
In-depth knowledge of palliative and end-of-life care principles, community healthcare delivery, and integrated care systems.
Strong understanding of CQC regulations, quality standards and regulatory compliance within clinical services.
Knowledge of national and local policy relating to palliative and end-of-life care. Experience of working at Band 8a (or equivalent).
Experience of service redesign, transformation, or implementation of new models of community care.
Experience of working collaboratively across organisational boundaries, including NHS, social care, and voluntary sector partners.
Skills
Leadership & Strategic Thinking - Ability to develop and deliver strategic service plans
Demonstrates system leadership and partnership working innovation and continuous improvement.
Strong performance management capability.
Ability to manage complex budgets.
Risk assessment and mitigation planning.
Communication & Influence
Highly developed interpersonal skills.
Ability to present complex information to Board-level audiences.
Skilled negotiator and influencer.
Analytical & Decision Making
Interprets complex data to inform service development.
Problem-solving in complex, ambiguous environments.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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