Director of Clinical Services
Full time
£56,000 - £58,000 per year
Healthcare | Healthcare Management
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Private Healthcare
Director of Clinical Services
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
Department: Senior Management and Leadership
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Norwich
Compensation: £56,000 - £58,000 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Norwich
Full-time| 37.5 hours per week | Site based
£56,000 - £58,000 dependant on experience
Registered Mental Health Nurse with 5 years of experience
This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or preceptorship nurses. Priory Hospital Norwich is a 24/7, mental health inpatient provision, which provides care for males and females, split across wards which care for differing levels of acuity. We accept referrals from across the UK, and support the NHS with patient flow, by providing a pathway of care, suited to individual needs, including medium to high risk patients.
Priory's acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.
Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
However, the site is also accessible via the below public transport links.
What you'll be doing
Reporting into the Hospital Director, the Director of Clinical Services (DoCS) forms part of the hospital Senior Management Team and is wholly responsible for the clinical services operation (nursing and therapy) within the hospital. The post holder will ensure the highest level of patient care is provided to all patients.
This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here .
What you'll bring to the role
Essential
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
Application Deadline: 31 July 2026
Department: Senior Management and Leadership
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Priory Hospital Norwich
Compensation: £56,000 - £58,000 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Norwich
Full-time| 37.5 hours per week | Site based
£56,000 - £58,000 dependant on experience
Registered Mental Health Nurse with 5 years of experience
This role is not suitable for newly qualified nurses or preceptorship nurses. Priory Hospital Norwich is a 24/7, mental health inpatient provision, which provides care for males and females, split across wards which care for differing levels of acuity. We accept referrals from across the UK, and support the NHS with patient flow, by providing a pathway of care, suited to individual needs, including medium to high risk patients.
Priory's acute and PICU services aim to allow more people to be treated closer to home and we support the NHS to repatriate out-of-area patients back to local areas. Norwich also provides a 24/7, rapid response drug and alcohol service including detox.
Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.
However, the site is also accessible via the below public transport links.
- Local bus services
What you'll be doing
Reporting into the Hospital Director, the Director of Clinical Services (DoCS) forms part of the hospital Senior Management Team and is wholly responsible for the clinical services operation (nursing and therapy) within the hospital. The post holder will ensure the highest level of patient care is provided to all patients.
This position is a leadership role at Priory and during the interview process we will be assessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are a set of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership at Priory. They are integral to driving a positive high performing culture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes for the people we support. You can find out more about our interview approach and our leadership behaviours here .
What you'll bring to the role
Essential
- Hold current professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) along with Mental Health.
- A strong understanding of statutory regulations, with a passion for delivering high-quality care and driving continuous improvement.
- Demonstrates effective leadership and decision-making skills, while being forward-thinking, proactive, and creative in approach.
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Salary range
- £56,000 - £58,000 per year
Band
- Band 9
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