Job summary
Therapy Lead Inpatients-Permanent 37.5 Hours
The post holder will beBe accountable for the operational delivery of a high quality therapy service to patients within their clinical team directing resources appropriately to support the delivery of Trust targets and objectives.
Be responsible for leadership across Inpatient Therapy service including governance lead, quality and safety lead, workforce and education lead to be agreed upon appointment and subject to change dependent upon service need.
Provide management and leadership of staff within the clinical area, including recruitment, appraisal, CPD and performance.
Work with Head of Therapy to support and facilitate staff to innovate and improve services to meet the changing needs of patients whilst ensuring the seamless provision across all services.
Work in partnership with divisional and Directorate colleagues, partners, commissioners and other external agencies to develop collaborative, integrated systems of work.
Participate in 7 day and out of hours working patterns as required to deliver service
Main duties of the job
Take the lead in ensuring that the specialist Therapy services that are provided by the clinical team are delivered to high standards in accordance with any national/local priorities, policies and guidance.
Develop patient centred integrated services in line with best practice. Lead on the development of innovative models of care to meet the needs of patients and the Trust.
Ensure all therapy services provided by the clinical team are delivered in accordance with service level agreements and service specifications.
To be responsible for an allocated budget, including accountability for expenditure for staff overtime costs, expenses sign off and procurement of supplies.
Demonstrate strong leadership to all staff with particular reference to innovation, motivation and support.
Manage capacity and demand across the services with other leads reconfiguring teams as required and contributing to workforce planning.
Lead on designated areas of development within inpatient therapy services and in partnership with other colleagues internal and external to the Trust.
Provide highly specialised advice to the multidisciplinary team and be directly accountable for the delivery of the clinical service provided by the team.
Participate in clinical activity within clinical team as is needed to ensure the safe and effective functioning of the team.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Details Date posted
29 May 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£53,755 to £60,504 a year Pro rata, Per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
253-0525-7222301
Job locations
Russell Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Clinical qualification at degree level or equivalent
* Current professional registration with HCPC
* Masters degree or Equivalent experience
* Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable
* Management, Leadership or teaching qualification
Skills Essential
* Significant management experience in the NHS
* Extensive clinical experience in an area relevant to the clinical team
* Significant experience working as part of a MDT and multi-disciplinary team leadership
* Able to demonstrate experience of public and patient engagement.
* Able to demonstrate experience of operational management
* Track record of delivering services with local and national targets.
* Able to demonstrate experience of organisational change that have led to tangible improvements.
* Experience of managing budgets and resources.
* Experience of clinical pathway/service re-design.
* Proven leadership/management of change skills.
* Able to interpret national policy and initiatives and implement locally.
* Able to identify, prioritise and manage critical issues and multiple priorities.
Interest and Motivation Essential
* Knowledge of current clinical development, evidence based practices and professional issues directly related to area of clinical responsibility.
* Aware of own development needs and prepared to undertake further study, training, experiential learning to deliver in role.
* Commitment to working 7 day and out of hours to ensure service delivery.
Communication and Interperonsal Skills Essential
* Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
* Able to act flexibly, collaboratively and independently to ensure the service meets its objectives.
* Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with professional groups and senior managers at both local and regional levels.
* Professional and personal credibility to inspire trust and confidence
* Able to cope with conflict, distressing situations and make difficult decisions.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
* Clinical qualification at degree level or equivalent
* Current professional registration with HCPC
* Masters degree or Equivalent experience
* Evidence of continual professional development
Desirable
* Management, Leadership or teaching qualification
Skills Essential
* Significant management experience in the NHS
* Extensive clinical experience in an area relevant to the clinical team
* Significant experience working as part of a MDT and multi-disciplinary team leadership
* Able to demonstrate experience of public and patient engagement.
* Able to demonstrate experience of operational management
* Track record of delivering services with local and national targets.
* Able to demonstrate experience of organisational change that have led to tangible improvements.
* Experience of managing budgets and resources.
* Experience of clinical pathway/service re-design.
* Proven leadership/management of change skills.
* Able to interpret national policy and initiatives and implement locally.
* Able to identify, prioritise and manage critical issues and multiple priorities.
Interest and Motivation Essential
* Knowledge of current clinical development, evidence based practices and professional issues directly related to area of clinical responsibility.
* Aware of own development needs and prepared to undertake further study, training, experiential learning to deliver in role.
* Commitment to working 7 day and out of hours to ensure service delivery.
Communication and Interperonsal Skills Essential
* Excellent inter-personal and communication skills
* Able to act flexibly, collaboratively and independently to ensure the service meets its objectives.
* Able to develop and maintain effective working relationships with professional groups and senior managers at both local and regional levels.
* Professional and personal credibility to inspire trust and confidence
* Able to cope with conflict, distressing situations and make difficult decisions.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Russell Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
Employer's website
https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Russell Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
Employer's website
https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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