Clinical Neighbourhood Lead St Helens South Primary Care Network Location: St Helens Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term (3-month probation) Sessions: Up to 4 sessions per week (flexible by agreement) Sessional Rates: Competitive Employment Type: PAYE or Self-Employed The Role The Clinical Neighbourhood Lead will provide clinical leadership for neighbourhood initiatives, supporting delivery of the NHS Neighbourhood Plan within St Helens South PCN. Working closely with the PCN Clinical Director, Operational Clinical Lead and Operations Manager, the post holder will oversee neighbourhood projects, support service development and work collaboratively with partners across the local health and care system. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician with an interest in integrated care, service improvement and developing new models of care across primary and community services. Clinical Leadership Provide clinical leadership and oversight for neighbourhood projects. Ensure initiatives are clinically safe, evidence-based and patient-centred. Support the design, implementation and evaluation of neighbourhood models of care. Act as a clinical reference point for neighbourhood service development. Project Delivery Provide clinical oversight for neighbourhood programmes and projects. Work with the PCN Operations Manager to ensure delivery against milestones and outcomes. Identify and manage clinical risks related to neighbourhood initiatives. Contribute to reporting on project progress, outcomes and impact. System & Place Working Represent the PCN in Place-based meetings and system groups. Work collaboratively with partners across primary care, community, voluntary and acute services. Participate in task and finish groups supporting neighbourhood priorities. Workforce & Leadership Support Support the Operational Clinical Lead with staff PDRs, appraisals and supervision. Promote a positive learning culture and support staff development. Provide clinical advice and leadership support across the wider PCN team. Essential Registered clinician (e.g. GP, Advanced Clinical Practitioner, Nurse or Allied Health Professional) with current professional registration. Experience working within primary care or community health services. Experience contributing to service development or quality improvement projects. Strong communication, leadership and collaborative working skills. Commitment to patient safety, quality and equitable care. Desirable Experience of clinical leadership within a PCN or Place setting. Experience of project management or leading service change. Experience supporting staff development or appraisal processes. Knowledge of NHS neighbourhood, Place and integrated care agendas. Working Arrangements This role is up to 4 sessions per week, with sessions agreed in advance. Some flexibility will be required to attend system meetings or project groups when needed. We can consider candidates wanting to be either employed on a self employed of PAYE basis. About the PCN St Helens South Primary Care Network brings together GP practices and healthcare professionals to deliver integrated, high-quality care to our local population. Our focus is on improving patient access, supporting prevention and delivering services closer to home. How to Apply If you are interested in joining our team and making a difference to patient care within primary care, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a supporting statement outlining your suitability for the role. By clicking on 'Apply' now. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview. Closing date: 31st April 2026 Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be identified. We do not accept unsolicited CVs or approaches from recruitment agencies. All candidates should apply directly through the official application process.