Head of Mental Health and Quality - Specialist & Secured Services

Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a strategic leader to enhance service delivery and ensure quality and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and leadership skills, with a proven track record in management and change. This role offers flexible working arrangements and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Support for applicants with disabilities

Qualifications

• Evidence of effective management and change.
• Interpretation and analysis of complex data with successful action plans.

Responsibilities

• Lead on embedding the stepped care model and oversee clinical governance.
• Work closely with senior leaders and clinicians to improve service delivery.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Data Analysis

Job description

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Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You'll lead on embedding our stepped care model, oversee clinical governance, and hold accountability for quality, safety, and compliance across the board. You'll also work closely with senior leaders, clinicians, commissioners, and partner agencies to deliver strategic priorities and continuously improve service delivery.

We're looking for someone with outstanding communication skills, a track record of leadership, and the confidence to advocate for both patients and staff while maintaining a strategic perspective.

You can find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or click Apply now to view in Trac.

Person specification

Experience

Essential criteria

• Evidence of effective management and change

Desirable criteria

• Experience of leading CQC preparation and inspections

Skills

Essential criteria

• Interpretation and analysis of complex data with successful action plans

Desirable criteria

• Risk management and patient safety knowledge

Important Information

By completing an application, you authorize the transfer of your data. Submitting an application allows us to confirm previous NHS service details via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) process, including references, occupational health clearance, and training records.

Ensure that your application, including supporting statements and behavior examples, are truthful and accurate. Plagiarism, including presenting others' ideas or AI-generated content as your own, is prohibited.

Correspondence regarding your application will be sent via a TRAC system account.

Apply promptly; we reserve the right to close the advert early once sufficient applications are received.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.

All roles are subject to UK immigration rules; please check eligibility requirements on the government website.

We support flexible working arrangements from day one, including flexible hours, remote work, compressed hours, and part-time options. Discuss your needs with the recruiting manager.

Applicants with disabilities who meet the essential criteria will be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Please inform us of any reasonable adjustments needed during the process.

Positions involving regulated activities require a DBS check, with re-checks every three years. Registration with the DBS Automatic Update Service is required, with costs reimbursed according to Trust policy. For details, visit: www.gov.uk.

If applicable, a DBS charge will be deducted from your first salary or paid upfront.

All new staff will undergo a probationary period.