Job overview
Applications are invited for the post of Senior Clinical Manager position, Broadmoor High Secure Hospital. This is a pivotal role and is a rare and exciting opportunity.
The post holder will be responsible and accountable for the direct delivery of high quality individualised care through the management of a number of wards and or areas against agreed standards and processes and provide operational leadership and delivery. The post holder is responsible for performance, quality, safety and service development within their service areas, in line with Trust wide policies and protocols. The post holder will have a highly visible presence within clinical areas and be readily available for staff and patients whilst being accountable for ensuring that wards are managed efficiently through Clinical Nurse Managers. The post holder will also support the Service Director in delivering the business of the clinical service line.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will
Directly line manage a group of Clinical Nurse Managers, Site Managers, BAME Transitional lead and Central Rostering team ensuring monthly line management and supervision are in place, mandatory training compliance, annual PDR with reviews and performance management of resources.
Ensure that a systematic approach to maintaining / managing performance of nurses and ensuring professional nursing and clinical standards are maintained throughout wards and services.
Be a highly visible, professional role model within clinical areas, and promote / monitor the delivery of high quality nursing care and the maintenance of a therapeutic, clean and safe clinical environment.
Be responsible for the management of resources through CNM’s, Site Management and Central Rostering team.
Working for our organisation
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
1. Registered on the NMC register, parts 3 or 13 or Recognised Professional Qualification / Registration
Desirable criteria
2. Relevant management/ leadership training (e.g. DMS or LEO)
3. First or higher degree in appropriate subject area
4. Teaching qualification or experience.
Experience
Essential criteria
5. Three years’ experience at band 7 or above in ward/ operational management within an inpatient setting, managing and leading a clinical team
6. Experience of delivery of forensic mental health care
7. Experience of report writing (SUI, HR etc.)
8. Experience and understanding of Patient and Public Involvement agenda
9. Theoretical understanding of, and experience of delivering, clinical supervision, reflective practice and appraisals
Desirable criteria
10. Work as Clinical manager in inpatient setting
11. Experience of leading on clinical audit or research within a mental health setting.
Knowledge/skills
Essential criteria
12. Evidence of clinical credibility within a forensic setting, including a detailed understanding of risk management and the application of clinical governance.
13. Detailed knowledge of Forensic Mental Health care, and the criminal justice system.
14. Clear understanding of national policy on patient and public involvement, and a commitment to implementing this
15. Work with people from a wide range of backgrounds
16. Manage effectively verbal aggression from service users, families, etc. and the risk of physical aggression
17. Strong ability to engage with a variety of services and community partners and stakeholders, and to expand existing networks
Desirable criteria
18. Project Management skills
19. Advanced IT skills