Head of Nursing & Quality – Mental Health Services

Meridian Business Support Limited; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization is seeking a Head of Nursing & Quality to lead clinical standards and governance across its Birmingham units. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader committed to excellence in mental health care, with substantial leadership experience and a Registered Mental Health Nurse qualification. The position offers an attractive salary and the opportunity to shape high-quality services, supported by continuous professional development and a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Supportive leadership and CPD opportunities

Enhanced pension and holiday package

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in mental health care settings.
• Strong understanding of governance, safeguarding, and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to manage teams across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across Birmingham units.
• Ensure high standards of clinical practice and patient safety.
• Lead quality assurance and regulatory compliance efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision Making

Education

Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)

Job description

Head of Nursing & Quality – Mental Health Services
Regional Role – Across All Units in Birmingham
Salary starting from: £58,972 (dependent on experience and interview)
Full-time | Permanent

Are you a visionary leader with a passion for driving excellence in mental health care? We’re seeking an experienced Head of Nursing & Quality to lead on clinical standards, governance, and service improvement across our Birmingham-based units.
This is a regional leadership role where you’ll shape the future of care delivery, ensure regulatory compliance, and embed a culture of quality, safety, and compassionate nursing practice across our services.

About the Role: As Head of Nursing & Quality, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across all Birmingham units
• Ensure high standards of clinical practice, governance, and patient safety
• Lead on quality assurance, clinical audits, and regulatory readiness (CQC compliance)
• Support and develop nursing leaders and frontline staff
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and professional accountability
• Act as a senior role model, championing the organisation’s values, vision, and mission

What We’re Looking For:

• Registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN) with active NMC registration (essential)
• Substantial leadership experience in mental health care settings
• Strong understanding of governance, safeguarding, and regulatory frameworks
• Proven ability to manage teams and services across multiple sites
• Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
• A commitment to collaborative, person-centred care and workforce development

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary starting from £58,972 (dependent on experience)
• A pivotal role within a forward-thinking mental health organisation
• Opportunities to influence and shape high-quality services across Birmingham
• Supportive leadership, CPD opportunities, and clear progression routes
• Enhanced pension, holiday, and wellbeing support package

How to Apply
ContactNikki Stephensonat07917 658501or email your CV toto start your journey today!

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist actingon behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for thisvacancy.