Job Advertisement: Director of Clinical Services

Position Overview

Job Title: Director of Clinical Services
Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency
Location: Southend Private Hospital (recently rated OUTSTANDING by the CQC)
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time (37.5 hours per week, flexible shift pattern)
Salary: Up to £71,983.00 per year (commensurate with experience, training, and qualifications)

About Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

At Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency, we specialize in connecting exceptional executive healthcare leaders with premier independent medical providers. We are proud to partner with Circle Health Group—Britain’s leading independent healthcare provider—to recruit a visionary and experienced Director of Clinical Services for the Senior Management department at Southend Private Hospital.

Key Responsibilities

Spearhead the clinical governance agenda to guarantee full compliance with all regulatory, legal, and professional standards, maintaining a minimum CQC rating of Good while continuously striving for Outstanding.
Provide visible executive leadership and clinical on-call support, acting as the primary senior advisor on all clinical matters across the hospital.
Enforce robust safety measures to safeguard the health, safety, and overall wellbeing of patients within a high-quality clinical environment.
Uphold stringent professional standards in strict alignment with the NMC, HCPC, GMC, and other relevant regulatory bodies.
Ensure optimal, safe staffing levels across all clinical areas, balancing appropriate skill mix and staff competency at all times.
Lead hospital participation in internal and external audits, driving timely actions and adhering to industry best practices.
Collaborate closely with senior management and consulting physicians to optimize patient care quality, safety, and operational efficiency.

Candidate Requirements

Registration: NMC or HCPC-registered healthcare professional with extensive senior leadership experience within a hospital setting.
Governance & Risk: Demonstrated, proven success in clinical governance, risk management, and quality improvement frameworks.
Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of national healthcare standards and regulatory frameworks (including CQC, NICE, NMC, and HCPC).
Leadership & Strategy: Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills, with a track record of leading investigations and embedding valuable learning from clinical incidents and audits.

Salary & Comprehensive Benefits

Competitive Salary: Up to £71,983.00 per year.
Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing up to 30 days with service.
Healthcare & Pension: Private Pension Scheme and Private Healthcare Scheme covering pre-existing medical conditions.
Family Support: Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay, plus family and friends hospital discounts.
Wellbeing & Security: Non-contributory life insurance, staff wellbeing resources, and an engagement hub packed with exclusive rewards and discounts.
Professional Growth: Industry-leading training, continuous professional development, and career advancement programs.