Job overview
Pennine Care NHS FT has redesigned its senior leadership structure to strengthen collective leadership. The collective model of leadership is now embedded throughout the local management team, the Networks and the Care Hubs. At a borough level, the leadership team comprises a Director of operations, a Director of Quality, a Psychological Professionals director and the Clinical Director. The Clinical Director shall report to the Associate Medical Director will play a key role in driving forward our vision to deliver outstanding Mental Health, Learning Disability and Autism services and shaping our inclusive culture in line with our Trust values.
Main duties of the job
Act as the line manager for all medical staff within the Care Hub
· Lead on job planning, annual appraisal, and ongoing performance management for all medical staff.
· Work closely with the Associate MD on medical recruitment, workforce planning, and the effective management of the medical budget.
· Maintain oversight of medical rotas, medical recruitment, working with Network Associate CMO/Associate Medical Director to ensure safe staffing levels and authorising locum cover where required.
· Provide monthly supervision to newly appointed Consultants and ensure a comprehensive and high‑quality induction for all new medical staff.
· Advise the AMD and MD on matters relating to performance, conduct, capability, and health concerns within the medical workforce.
· Monitor compliance with CEST and other essential workforce, governance, and assurance requirements, ensuring timely action and escalation where appropriate.
· Work with the wider medical leadership team to embed the Trust’s clinical strategy, ensuring that clinical policies, priorities, and transformation programmes.
· Provide visible leadership for clinical transformation, quality improvement, and the delivery of the Trust’s quality priorities, supporting teams to adopt evidence‑based and innovative approaches to care.
· Lead and support recruitment processes for medical staff, ensuring high‑quality appointments, a positive candidate experience, and alignment with workforce plans.
Working for our organisation
We are proud to provide high quality mental health and learning disability services, both inpatient and in the community across five boroughs of Greater Manchester - Bury, Oldham, Rochdale, Stockport and Tameside and Glossop.
Our vision is for a happier and more hopeful life for everyone in our communities and our staff work hard to deliver the very best care for the people who use our services. We’re really proud of our #PennineCarePeople and do everything we can to make sure we’re a great place to work.
All individuals regardless of race, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership are encouraged to apply for this post. We would also encourage applications from individuals with a lived experience of mental illness, either individually or as a carer.
If you come and work for us we will offer a range of benefits and opportunities, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement for Agenda for Change and Medical and Dental staff.
* Flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance
* Access to Continued Professional Development
* Involvement in improvement and research activities
* Health and Wellbeing activities and access to an excellent staff wellbeing service
* Access to staff discounts across retail, leisure and travel
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see attatched Job description for detailed main duties and remuneration.
Personal specification is also included.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Consultant Psychiatrist
* Registered with GMC and on the Specialist Register
* Satisfactory record of continuous professional development
Desirable criteria
* Complete record of continuous professional development
* Recognised management qualification or leadership qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Significant track record of employment at substantive consultant level, working in a mental health provider
* Minimum of 3 years leadership experience
* Considerable experience in clinical leadership roles
* Evidence of leading service change with Consultant colleagues
* Senior management experience
Desirable criteria
* Track record of working within GM ICB or involvement in commissioning discussions etc.
Knowledge
Essential criteria
* Up to date knowledge of current health agenda
* Sound knowledge of clinical governance and effective systems of medical management such as job planning, appraisal and clinical assessment
* Sound knowledge of QI, EDI, Patient Safety and educational landscape
* Understanding of medical recruitment and training matters
* An understanding of the role of management and clinical contribution to the overall Trust agenda
Desirable criteria
* Knowledge and/or experience of policy development at national level
📝 Application support - We recommend tailoring your application to each role you apply for, particularly your supporting information. This gives you the best chance of success. Your supporting information should clearly explain, with examples, how your skills and experience meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role.
We understand that some candidates may use AI tools to help prepare their application. This is not restricted, however, any AI support should only be used to enhance your own writing and must reflect your genuine skills and experience. You will be asked to talk about your application at interview. Applications that contain false or misleading information may be removed from the recruitment process.
We also offer virtual application support sessions each month, where you will learn some hints and tips to support you in completing your application form. To secure your place, and to find out more visit the on our website.
🌍 Sponsorship Information - We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the
📬 After You Apply - Once your application is submitted, you’ll receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.
✅ If You're Offered the Role - If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You’ll receive a formal conditional offer via email
🔍 Pre-Employment Checks - To confirm your suitability for the role, we will carry out pre-employment checks in line with. These include:
* Identity verification
* Right to work check
* Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
* Professional registration and/or qualification check
* Occupational health assessment
* Employment history and reference validation
All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their to cover the most recent three years employment. This information will used to validate employment history and references.
If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.
🚀 Once Checks Are Complete -
The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.
📣 Additional Information -
We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.
If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.
Please note:
* We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
* We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and need extra time or adjustments to complete your application, please contact us as soon as possible. We will ensure you are not disadvantaged where a reasonable adjustment is appropriate.