Please note this position is advertised as an opportunity for either a Consultant Grade (2 PAs) or an Agenda for Change Grade (0.2 WTE Band 8c indicative according to experience) to encompass the prospect of applications from differing professional backgrounds and has therefore been advertised in both Medical and AfC TRAC systems
Are you an experienced, passionate, and dynamic senior clinician looking to lead transformational change in Perinatal (PN) services? We have an exciting opportunity within the SLP PN Provider Collaborative for a Clinical Director to lead a high-impact programme that transforms PN services in South London, improving patient experience and outcomes.
The post holder will work as part of a dynamic team leading the development of services as part of the SLP. The Clinical Director will provide senior strategic clinical leadership, overseeing the clinical aspects of its development driving innovation and service development. Working alongside senior leaders, the Clinical Director will shape the future of south London PN services by i) driving transformational change across the PN pathway (community, maternal mental health services and inpatients services) to improve timely access to services and delivery of effective care resulting in improved patient outcomes ii) addressing health inequalities and enhancing clinical delivery and iii) ensuring service user and carer involvement in programme development.
As a Clinical Director for one of the SLP Perinatal; Clinical Programmes, the post holder will work as part of a dynamic team leading the development of services as part of the South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP). Working collaboratively with the nominated Chief Executive (Senior Responsible Officer) and SLP Director, the post-holder will support the strategic and operational development and delivery of coherent and effective arrangements in South London to ensure the partnership achieves excellent outcomes. They will provide senior clinical leadership to a specified SLP Clinical Programme, overseeing the clinical aspects of its development and operational activities, ensure there is alignment to the objectives of the partnership as well as being accountable for the design of the models of care associated with the programme.
The role is for a two-year term and will be two sessions/one day per week, any additional existing allowances will also be honoured as part of the appointment.
Applications are welcome from senior clinicians from all professional backgrounds. You should have:
• A strong background in clinical leadership and service transformation
• Experience working collaboratively across organisations
• A passion for improving patient care and reducing health inequalities
• The ability to establish new projects and initiatives effectively
The South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP):
The South London Mental Health and Community Partnership (SLP) is a collaboration between Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust, (Oxleas) South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust, (SLaM), and South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust (SWLSTG) between them delivering mental health services to a population of more than three million people. The partnership brings together clinical expertise, experience, and innovation, aiming to improve quality, use resources most effectively, and deliver best practice consistently to all patients. Since its inception, the SLP has been a resilient and effective partnership that has improved patient experience, introduced innovation, and developed new services across the 12 boroughs of south London.
Please refer to the job description and person spec for detailed information on main responsibilities.
This advert closes on Monday 2 Mar 2026