Hospital Director

Job Description Hospital Director Independent Mental Health Service (CAMHS & Transitional Care)Role OverviewThe Hospital Director will provide strategic and operational leadership for an independent mental health service specialising in children and young people, including transitional care into adulthood. The role is accountable for delivering high-quality, safe, and effective care aligned with regulatory standards, while ensuring sustainable service performance.This position requires a strong background in CAMHS and experience managing complex clinical environments.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Service ManagementProvide overall leadership and direction for the hospital, ensuring high standards of care and service deliveryLead and develop multidisciplinary teams, promoting a positive, inclusive, and high-performance cultureEnsure services are responsive to the needs of children, adolescents, and young adults in transitional careClinical Governance & QualityTake overall responsibility for clinical governance, patient safety, and quality assuranceEnsure compliance with CQC (or relevant regulatory bodies) standards and frameworksLead on safeguarding, risk management, and incident review processesPromote evidence-based practice and continuous improvementOperational PerformanceOversee day-to-day operations of the hospital, ensuring effective bed management and service capacityDeliver against agreed KPIs including occupancy, outcomes, and quality metricsManage resources effectively, including staffing, budgets, and infrastructureCAMHS & Transitional Care ExpertiseEnsure services are aligned with CAMHS frameworks and best practice standardsSupport pathways that enable smooth transition from adolescent to adult servicesWork closely with commissioners, NHS partners, and local authoritiesStakeholder EngagementBuild strong relationships with families, carers, commissioners, and external agenciesAct as the key representative of the service in external forums and inspectionsSupport business development and service growth initiativesCompliance & RegulationEnsure full compliance with all regulatory, legal, and safeguarding requirementsPrepare for and lead inspections (e.g., CQC), ensuring positive outcomesMaintain robust policies, procedures, and audit systemsKey RequirementsSignificant leadership experience within mental health servicesStrong background in CAMHS (essential)Experience managing inpatient or residential mental health servicesProven track record of working with regulatory bodies (e.g., CQC)Understanding of safeguarding frameworks for children and young peopleFinancial and operational management experienceRelevant professional qualification (clinical or management background preferred)Key CompetenciesStrong leadership and decision-making capabilityHigh emotional intelligence and resilienceAbility to manage complex clinical and operational challengesExcellent stakeholder and relationship management skillsCommitment to delivering outstanding care for young people

Created: 2026-04-22