Job Summary
We are seeking a Director of Patient Care to provide caring and thoughtful leadership to our clinical teams, due to retirement of the existing post holder, for this much-loved and well-respected charity. This role is a permanent, full‑time position based at Jackson Barstow House in Weston-super-Mare. The position is open to part‑time applicants who can work 30 – 37.5 hours per week over 4 – 5 days.
Responsibilities
* Provide visible, strategic and operational leadership for all clinical services, ensuring safe, high‑quality and person‑centred care.
* Collaborate with the senior management team to shape strategy and direction for the hospice, working with trustees, staff and volunteers.
* Attend board meetings, committee and management meetings on a regular basis.
* Act as the hospice Registered Manager and Caldicott Guardian.
Requirements
* Significant leadership experience in palliative care, hospice or related healthcare settings.
* Strong knowledge of CQC standards, clinical governance and GDPR.
* Proven ability to lead, inspire and develop multi‑disciplinary teams.
* Capability to develop, articulate and implement a clinical strategy.
* Agility and empathy to navigate between boardroom and front‑line care.
* Warmth, empathy and compassion, with resilience and gravitas.
* Professional healthcare registration (NMC, HCPC, GMC).
Benefits
* Opportunity to shape the future of palliative care for our community.
* A supportive, flexible and collaborative working environment with passionate and committed leadership.
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Access to training, professional development and wellbeing support.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or any other protected category.
Appointment to this post is subject to an Enhanced DBS certificate.
For an informal discussion about the role or to arrange a visit or virtual tour, please contact Sonja Hammond, Head of People Services by emailing jobs@westonhospicecare.org.uk or by calling 01934 423900.
Application Deadline: Friday, November 28, 2025.
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