Job Description

Executive Leadership and Strategy Provide visible, compassionate, and inclusive leadership aligned with the Trusts vision and values Serve as the professional lead for all nurses, AHP, and clinical psychologists Contribute to and deliver the Trusts corporate strategy, acting as a key advisor to the Board on all nursing and clinical care matters Champion a culture of openness, safety, and learning, fostering excellence in governance, quality, and service delivery. Clinical Governance, Quality and Patient Safety Act as the executive lead for clinical governance, quality and patient safety Ensure robust systems are in place for quality assurance, patient safety, clinical risk management, and compliance with regulatory standards Lead the Trust-wide clinical governance assurance framework and with the Deputy CEO the health and safety agenda, ensuring the Board receives timely assurance Lead on implementation and monitoring of national guidance, alerts, and the Duty of Candour Oversee safeguarding for children and adults, ensuring a coordinated and learning-led approachWorkforce Leadership and Education Lead the development of workforce strategies across nursing and AHPprofessions Ensure effective structures are in place for clinical supervision, revalidation, and continuing professional development Maintain high-quality clinical learning environments in collaboration with Higher Education Institutions Promote career pathways and with the CPO, develop talent pipelines, including for nursing associates, apprentices, and advanced clinical practitioners Infection Prevention and Control (DIPC Responsibilities) As DIPC, report directly to the Chief Executive and Trust Board Lead the IPC team and ensure the development and implementation of Trust-wide IPC policy and strategy Challenge unsafe practices and advise on improvements, including in clinical hygiene and antimicrobial stewardship Produce the Trusts annual IPC report and ensure effective IPC engagement at all levels Collaborate system-wide to meet shared IPC targets across the Integrated Care System Financial and Operational Management Provide strategic oversight and management of budgets related to nursing and AHP services Ensure effective use of resources to deliver high-quality patient care while maintaining financial sustainability Support the Trusts efficiency and transformation agenda by leading service improvement initiatives Patient Experience and Engagement Lead on the delivery of a Trust-wide patient experience strategy Drive continuous improvement by embedding patient feedback into service design Strengthen relationships with advocacy organisations to promote transparency and trustStakeholder Engagement and Partnership Working Develop strong partnerships with system colleagues, NHS England / Department of Health and Social Care, regulators, commissioners, and other key stakeholders Work closely with local authorities, higher education institutions, andprofessional bodies to support workforce development and training initiatives Represent the Trust at regional and national forums, influencing policy and best practicesProfessional Standards and Compliance Ensure professional practice standards are maintained in line with national regulatory bodies and codes of conduct Oversee the development of clinical policies, ensuring alignment with best practice and patient safety standards Champion a culture of continuous improvement, learning, and excellence in professional practice