Job Summary
We’re looking for a senior leader who shares our values of compassion, accountability and optimism to help provide high‑quality care for patients, carers, families and communities across Sussex. We specialise in NHS mental health and learning disability services, and we put people first. You will have opportunities for lifelong learning, professional development and flexible working arrangements that support a healthy work‑life balance.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the provision of high‑quality services, meeting performance objectives and maintaining financial balance.
- Lead the development and delivery of quality improvement projects and transformation initiatives to enhance service efficiency and effectiveness.
- Resolve day‑to‑day operational problems independently with a solution‑focused approach.
- Communicate confidently with teams, ensuring excellent organisational, verbal and written skills.
- Manage confidential, complex and sensitive information with discretion and uphold professional, ethical standards.
- Provide exemplary leadership and line management to Team Leaders and Clinical Leads within the NMHT, supporting their skill and confidence development.
Qualifications
- Educated to degree/diploma level with a relevant qualification or equivalent experience.
- Clinical or postgraduate management qualification or equivalent level of leadership experience and proven ability to perform at this level.
- Experience of and demonstrable achievement in managing/leading health/social care services.
- Proven management of resources, change management, efficiency savings and financial recovery plans.
- Experience of modernising services without additional resources.
- Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with stakeholders in service redesign.
- Experience of project management and imaginative planning.
- Experience of managing/leading a diverse practitioner team.
- Demonstrated ability to involve and motivate staff to improve performance.
Benefits and Working Conditions
The role offers opportunities for lifelong learning, professional development and a supportive team environment. We provide flexible working arrangements, part‑time hours, hybrid work options and flexible start/finish times. The role is based in Brighton, offering a vibrant community lifestyle with coastal and countryside access.
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