Job Description

Stephen James Consulting is partnering with one of our Mental Health clients to seek an experienced Clinical Service Manager to lead a purpose-built service in Lancing, West Sussex.
This small service specialises in addressing specific care needs. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a modern, purpose-built home and lead a team that makes a real difference to people with complex needs. The role offers both the chance to embed high-quality care standards and to shape a supportive, values-driven culture.
The home provides high-acuity, nurse-led care for adults with complex needs, including:

• Severe and enduring mental health conditions
• Neuro-disabilities
• Complex dementia and co-morbidities
• Individuals with mixed diagnoses or a history of unsuccessful placements

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking provider at an early stage, helping shape the service, build a strong clinical team, and ensure the highest standards of care.
Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day running of a specialist nursing service
• Lead, inspire, and develop a multidisciplinary clinical team
• Deliver safe, person-centred care aligned with CQC standards
• Manage referrals, occupancy, and commissioner relationships
• Ensure effective financial, clinical, and operational oversight
• Champion a culture of improvement, integrity, and collaboration

To be shortlisted for the role of Clinical Service Manager, you will need:

• Nurse qualified with a valid NMC PIN (essential)
• At least 2-3 years' experience as a Registered Manager in a care or hospital setting
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Background in complex care, neuro, or mental health services
• Excellent communication skills with commissioners, families, and professionals
• Skilled in CQC compliance, governance, and quality improvement

This is an outstanding time to join an expanding, well-backed Mental Health care provider.
The role of Clinical Service Manager offers a 45,000 - 50,000 salary range, dependent on candidate experience.
If you are interested in applying for the role of Clinical Service Manager, please click Apply Now below.

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