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Head of Clinical and Technical Services, Salford
Client:
University of Salford
Location:
Salford, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Views:
2
Posted:
10.07.2025
Expiry Date:
24.08.2025
Job Description:
Opportunity Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to join the School of Health and Society as Head of Clinical and Technical Services. This newly created leadership role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of clinical and technical service delivery across the School.
You will lead a growing team of technical and clinical support staff, providing strategic direction and ensuring high-quality, efficient services that underpin our teaching, research, and clinical activity. As we prepare to move into a new state-of-the-art Health and Wellbeing building in 2026, you will be instrumental in designing the systems and processes that ensure we are ready to deliver a first-class experience to our students, staff, and service users.
This role is ideal for someone with experience in operational leadership within a health, clinical, or educational environment, who is passionate about continuous improvement, service excellence, and collaborative working.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide professional leadership and effective management of the School's clinical and technical services, supporting a culture of high standards, accountability, and excellent customer service.
* Oversee day-to-day operations of clinical and technical support teams, ensuring services are safe, efficient, and aligned with academic delivery needs.
* Lead on strategic planning and delivery of services in preparation for the new Health and Wellbeing building, working with senior colleagues to align resources, people, systems, and infrastructure.
* Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety, regulatory, and quality assurance standards, including those associated with professional, statutory, and regulatory bodies (PSRBs).
* Work in close partnership with academic leaders, clinical educators, and professional services to support curriculum delivery, student experience, and research activity.
* Manage budgets, staff, and equipment, driving service improvement and innovation through data-informed planning and effective resource management.
* Contribute to School-level leadership as a member of the School Professional Services Leadership Team.
About the School
The School of Health and Society is the largest and most diverse school at the University of Salford and is recognized as a national leader in health education. With over 9,000 students, we offer programmes in nursing, midwifery, allied health, psychology, social work, and more, all underpinned by strong partnerships with the NHS and community organizations.
Our mission is to prepare confident, compassionate graduates equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values to thrive in the modern healthcare environment. We are proud of our applied approach to learning, our industry-connected research, and our commitment to improving health outcomes in our local communities.
We are investing in new spaces and new ways of working, and this role will play a pivotal part in shaping how we deliver safe, effective, and inspiring clinical environments for years to come.
What's in it for you?
* Competitive salary - and an excellent pension scheme
* Impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas, and the opportunity to buy even more!
* Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity in backgrounds and experiences. Our differences make us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives.
* The Perks! - MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts.
* Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us, and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling, sports, and fitness facilities, including discounted gym memberships.
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