Location: Cygnet Harrogate, England, United Kingdom
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Hospital Manager to lead our service at Cygnet Hospital Harrogate and ensure the highest standards of care and operational excellence. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for driving quality, performance, and positive outcomes for both service users and staff.
Cygnet Hospital Harrogate is a 36‑bed, long‑established mental health hospital that provides an emergency admissions service across two acute wards. Our mission is to deliver safe, person‑centred, high‑quality care that empowers recovery and builds trust with those we support and their families.
Responsibilities
* Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the hospital consistently meets or exceeds external inspection standards, achieving positive outcomes in all regulatory reviews.
* Quality of Care: Maintain high‑quality ratings across all domains, focusing on safety and ensuring no area falls below expected standards.
* Financial Sustainability: Deliver strong and sustainable financial performance in line with agreed budgets.
* Service Growth: Maximise occupancy levels by ensuring services are responsive, effective, and meet the needs of those we support.
* Workforce Effectiveness: Build a stable, engaged workforce by minimising agency reliance, reducing staff turnover, and promoting efficient staffing practices.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in hospital or care home management.
* Experience in a mental health setting.
* A strong track record of achieving regulatory compliance and quality standards.
* Financial and commercial acumen with the ability to deliver against budgets.
* Excellent people management skills, with the ability to engage, inspire, and retain staff.
* A commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in healthcare delivery.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Relocation package (t&c's apply)
* Opportunities for further learning with our excellent apprenticeship scheme
* Expert supervision & support
* Employee referral scheme
* Free Health Cash plan
* 24‑hour free GP support line
* Free life assurance cover
* Free eye tests
* Car lease discounts
* Discounted gym membership
* Free mortgage broker and insurance cover
* Pension scheme
* Employee NHS discount savings & “Cycle to Work” scheme
* Smart Health Toolkit – providing you with fitness programmes, nutrition consultation and health checks
Ready to make a positive change?
Please click the ‘apply now’ link below or send your CV to VickyLinstead@cygnethealth.co.uk.
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