Job requirements
Essential
14 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Emerging leadership experience or demonstrable evidenced interest in service improvement
- Experience
Experience supervising trainees and contributing to teaching
- Experience
Competent autonomous practitioner in the relevant specialty, with evidence of delivering high quality care
- Trust values
Patient at heart – Always holding the patient and their wellbeing at the centre of our thoughts and efforts
- Trust values
Everyday excellence – Sharing and celebrating our successes, being honest when we get it wrong, giving us the ability to learn from both
- Trust values
Creative collaboration – Knowing strength comes from diversity, we combine our experiences, skills and talents, working together to find new and better ways to care
- Personal qualities
Strong alignment to Trust values
- Personal qualities
Reflective
- Personal qualities
Commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and evidence of work in this area
- Skills and knowledge
Evidence of leading teams, strategic thinking, influencing change
- Skills and knowledge
Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to engage at all levels
- Skills and knowledge
Ability to contribute to clinical governance, safety, and audit processes
- Skills and knowledge
Track record in quality improvement projects
- Education and qualifications
GMC Registration with a licence to practice
Desirable
1 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills and knowledge
Conflict resolution or negotiation training
Job summary
As a Clinical Lead you will have the opportunity to shape the future of your speciality, influence strategic decisions, and lead a high performing team in delivering outstanding care to our patients.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Lead role bridges clinical practice and hospital operations by providing specialty-specific leadership and expert advice to managers and senior leaders. You will be responsible for coordinating your departments clinical, educational, professional and strategic activities, maintaining oversight of quality and safety, and supporting the ongoing development of medical colleagues. You will also provide visible leadership to the West Essex clinical community to achieve the best possible clinical outcomes and reduce health inequalities.
About us
The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave; a national programme thats changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector. This means were working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives. Were a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.
Details
- Date posted: 08 October 2026
- Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
- Salary: £113,565 to £150,569 a year
- Contract: Fixed term
- Duration: 3 years
- Working pattern: Part-time
- Reference number: 001176
- Job locations: The Princess Alexandra Hospital, Harlow, Essex, CM20 1QX, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
Scope and range
Responsible for working with all clinical and operational staff within their department, supporting them to provide high-quality services.
Visible across the West Essex health and care system.
Duties and responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Advisory
Provide specialty-specific clinical advice to the Divisional Medical Director, Operational Managers, and Trust Executives to inform operational and corporate decisions and future service planning.
Contribute to the development and delivery of departmental and divisional strategic objectives, aligned to Trust priorities and NHS England guidance.
Act as the senior clinical representative in relevant business cases, transformation projects, and capital investment planning.
Lead the development and delivery of clinical services through vertical and horizontal integration.
Quality and Safety
Oversee clinical quality, patient safety, and risk management in the department.
Monitor clinical performance indicators, incident reporting, complaints, and patient experience feedback.
Ensure leadership is available for clinical audit, mortality and morbidity reviews, and clinical governance meetings.
Ensure compliance with national clinical standards and contribute to CQC readiness and responses.
Medical Leadership & Line Management
Provide day-to-day professional leadership and line management for the department medical workforce, and plan for effective job planning, appraisal and revalidation, and rota oversight.
Support recruitment, induction, and retention of medical staff.
Promote a culture of open communication, professional support, and continuous improvement.
Departmental Coordination
Coordinate departmental activities, including clinical service delivery, postgraduate education, workforce planning, and service development.
Foster multidisciplinary collaboration and ensure effective working relationships with nursing, allied health professionals, and management teams.
Represent the department at relevant hospital and external forums.
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This advert is for Clinical Lead for Palliative and End of Life Care with The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust in Harlow, England. It is listed as a Lead (legacy management group) role. The advertised salary is £113565.00 to £150569.00. The contract type is Fixed-Term. The application deadline is 22 Oct 2026.
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