Clinical Operations Leader – Reablement Services

Hampshire County Council; Winchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Assured EAP

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Job summary

Hampshire County Council is recruiting for an Operational Manager Clinical Lead in the South Hants Hub. You’ll line manage Occupational Therapists and Sensory Workers, oversee clinical management, and shape a countywide reablement service.

You will supervise clinical and peer activities, manage case allocations, and drive improvements across governance, CPD, and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-quality outcomes for Hampshire residents.

Qualifications

• Role requires clinical leadership and line management of OT and Sensory staff.
• Ability to manage waitlists, KPIs, and resource planning.
• Experience with CPD processes and governance standards.
• Stakeholder engagement with councils and healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Clinical oversight & supervision: Ensure clinical and peer supervision with links to Advanced Practitioners and county clinical leads.
• Service management & allocation: Allocate OT and Sensory cases, monitor length of stay and KPIs.
• Demand & resource planning: Identify waitlist trends and optimise OT and sensory resource use.
• Stakeholder engagement: Build relationships with councils and Lead Occupational Therapists for integrated delivery.
• Professional development: Oversee CPD processes and ensure due process for CPD requests.
• Governance & standards: Oversee professional memberships (HCPC, RCOT, RWPN) and ensure equity in service.
• Make a Difference: Collaborate across Health and Social care to maximise independence and facilitate rapid discharge.
• Supportive environment: Work in a friendly and collaborative team.
• Professional growth: Develop skills and advance careers in social care.
• Employee Support: Access Health Assured EAP, 24/7 support, online resources, and legal/financial advice.
• Competitive Benefits Package: Generous annual leave and access to LGPS.

Job description

Hampshire County Council is recruiting for an Operational Manager Clinical Lead in the South Hants Hub. You’ll line manage Occupational Therapists and Sensory Workers, oversee clinical management, and shape a countywide reablement service.

You will supervise clinical and peer activities, manage case allocations, and drive improvements across governance, CPD, and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-quality outcomes for Hampshire residents.