Head of Clinical Services- Fixed term 9months

Elysium Healthcare Limited; Longford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave pro rata

Career development

Ely-Vate rewards

Wellbeing support

Blue Light Card

Life Assurance

Earned wage access

GP service

Maternity package

Pension contribution

Onsite parking

Job summary

The Dean Neurological Centre, part of Elysium Healthcare, is seeking a Head of Clinical Services to provide strategic clinical leadership and governance across the service. You will drive high standards in care, quality monitoring and incident review while deputising for the Service Director when needed.

This 9‑month fixed‑term contract focuses on clinical direction, infection control governance, and strong stakeholder engagement to support organisational objectives.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC).
• Experience supervising staff in a care setting.
• Knowledge of CQC legislation and standards.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical direction and professional leadership to all clinical staff.
• Lead clinical services to deliver governance, safety and quality improvements.
• Support the Service Director with business development and contracting.
• Foster strategic direction and build strong stakeholder links.
• Chair key meetings and deputise for the Director when required.
• Act as Safeguarding Lead, Complaints Officer and CD accountable officer.

Skills

NMC registration

Clinical governance

Strategic leadership

Communication skills

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Whether you’re an experienced Nurse, Ward Manager or Head of Department looking to take the next step in your leadership career, the Head of Clinical Services role at The Dean Neurological Centre could be the perfect opportunity.

As an experienced Nurse from the NHS or private sector, you will provide strong, professionally accountable clinical leadership to The Dean Neurological Centre. You’ll drive best practice, ensure a robust clinical governance framework is consistently applied, and champion high standards in line with company policy and employment legislation.

In this pivotal role, you will work to improve the delivery of clinical quality monitoring outcomes, strengthen clinical systems, and help build a learning culture that supports continuous improvement across the service. Collaboration will be key as you work closely with colleagues, qualified staff and managers to enhance practice and patient experience.

As Head of Clinical Services, you will also provide clear clinical direction and strong operational management to support the business and workforce objectives of both The Dean and Elysium Healthcare. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a central role in shaping service performance and will deputise for the Service Director when required.

This role is offered as a 9‑month fixed‑term contract.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responsible for providing clinical direction and strong, professional leadership to all clinical staff
  including nursing, allied health professionals and medical staff either directly employed or
  working under service level agreements and in line with Elysium policy and national clinical
  guidance.
• Lead the clinical services to deliver a high level of clinical governance, safe and effective resident
  care and identify and reduce clinical risk. Using resident outcomes and utilising the audit of
  resident feedback, continually examine opportunities for clinical performance improvement,
  risk management and champion a culture of continuous quality improvement related to clinical
  activity.
• Support the Service Director with Business Development/annual contracting, with a focus on
  safe delivery of care.
• Assist with the strategic direction of the facility and form strong internal and external
  stakeholder links to successfully deliver the strategic aims.
• Fulfil the role of being the Infection Control ensuring compliance with Infection Control
• Policies and Procedures throughout the site. Ensure that IPC governance processes are
  followed through local Infection Prevention and Control Committee and representation at
  other appropriate meetings.
• Effectively review and manage clinical incidents and investigation (including PSIRF) in line
  with Elysium policy and delivery of a clinical service which meets the
• The regular and timely delivery of reports such as, and not limited to, the monthly governance
  report and any company wide reporting requirements.
• Responsible for the chairing of key meetings groups/committees and deputising as chair in the
  Directors absence e.g. Clinical Governance, Heads of Department etc.
• Act as the Safeguarding Lead (see attached description), Complaints Officer, and the Controlled
  Drugs Accountable Officer for the facility.

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Current registration with the Nursing Midwifery Council (NMC)
• At least 2 years; experience in a supervisory capacity within a relevant care setting
• Knowledge of the legislation and standards of the CQC
• A strong desire for change and innovation with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated sound financial management and administrative skills in a Health
  Care facility.
• Demonstrated understanding of private and public health sector funding
  models
• Proven ability to successfully lead and motivate a clinical services team providing
  strong strategic direction and positive leadership.
• Proven experience of working within a strong clinical governance environment.
• Proven experience working at a management level within the health care
  industry.
• Proven strategic planning, workforce analysis and policy development skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead Continuous Improvement processes in a Health
  Care facility and achieve sound outcomes.

Where you will be working

Location:The Dean Neurological Centre, Tewkesbury Road, Longford, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9EE

The Dean Neurological Centre has 60 beds in Gloucester (GL2 9EE), which is on the outskirts of the town within easy commute from Gloucester, Cheltenham with good transport links.

The Centre delivers specialist 24-hour nursing and therapy services for people with complex long-term neurological conditions who require ongoing support and assistance to maximise functional ability.

It specialises in slow stream rehabilitation where the emphasis is placed on maximising each individual's abilities, comfort and quality of life.

Bedrooms are fitted with high dependency equipment, including ceiling track hoists, wall mounted suction and oxygen equipment., with all rooms adapted to individual requirements. There are also well-equipped therapy facilities and other facilities such as gardens, gym and minibus.

What You’ll Get

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of£55,000- £57,000 pro rata
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave pro rata (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Subsidised meals and onsite parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure