Job Title: Clinical Services Manager
Location: Midhurst, West Sussex
Salary: 55,000 : 60,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)
Contract Type: Full:time, 37.5 hours per week
Sponsorship: Not available
Introduction:
We are looking for an experienced Clinical Services Manager to join a well:established private healthcare providers team. The successful candidate will be an RMN/RNLD with previous experience as a Ward Manager and in similar clinical environments. You will play a pivotal role in providing strong leadership to the team and ensuring the smooth operational, strategic, and financial management of the service.
As the Clinical Services Manager, you will oversee the daily running of the service, ensuring that safe, effective, and responsive clinical care is provided to patients, in line with their care plans.
Key Responsibilities:
Staff Management:
Oversee rota planning, ensuring accurate staffing levels, including planning for sickness, leave, and training. Ensure rosters are accurate and reflect the reality of staffing requirements at least 12 weeks in advance.
Leadership:
Provide strong leadership to the team, ensuring staff follow HR policies and address concerns promptly. Conduct supervision sessions and appraisals for all staff in line with contractual obligations and organisational policies.
Clinical Audits and Monitoring:
Conduct regular audits and ensure action plans are created and followed to improve clinical standards. Monitor the day:to:day functioning of the service to maintain high clinical standards, including documentation and care records.
Compliance and Reporting:
Maintain compliance with CQC and safeguarding reporting. Report ward to board information in a timely and accurate manner.
Patient Care Management:
Ensure patients have current, accurate, and person:centred care plans. Address any risks or issues in patient care promptly and in line with regulatory requirements.
Cultural Development:
Foster a culture of inquiry and learning from any adverse events, ensuring that staff are practicing safely and continuously improving care standards.
Skills and Experience:
Required Qualifications:
RMN/RNLD qualification with current NMC registration.
Experience:
Significant experience as a Ward Manager or within a similar clinical role, ideally within mental health or eating disorder services.
Leadership Skills:
Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a multidisciplinary team.
Clinical Expertise:
High level of clinical knowledge and experience in providing patient:centred care. Familiarity with audits, risk assessments, and clinical documentation standards.
Communication:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage staff at all levels, ensure clear documentation, and maintain strong relationships with other stakeholders.
Whats On Offer:
Salary: Up to 60,000 per annum, dependent on experience.
Annual Leave: 33 days (including bank holidays), plus birthday off and the option to buy additional leave.
Career Development: Access to training and career development opportunities.
Employee Benefits: Access to Ely:Vate, the rewards and benefits platform offering savings, discounts, and wellbeing support.
Wellbeing Support: Comprehensive wellbeing services and activities to maintain a healthy work:life balance.
Health and Financial Benefits:
24/7 GP service
Life Assurance
Stream : instant access to earned wages
Enhanced Maternity Package
Other Benefits: Subsidised meals and parking, pension contribution, and Blue Light Card discounts.
About the Employer:
The healthcare provider operates a network of services across mental health, neurological, learning disabilities, autism, and childrens care. The clinic offers inpatient care for patients with eating disorders, and the team includes a range