Deputy Clinical Manager

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and capable Deputy Clinical Manager to join our teams at Beckenham Beacon Urgent Treatment Centre and Princess Royal University Hospital in South London. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced clinician to support the UTC Clinical Manager in leading the clinical team and delivering consistently high standards of safe, patient-centred care.

The successful applicant will be a registered Nurse or Paramedic with experience and knowledge of minor illness and minor injury presentations gained in urgent care, an emergency department or primary care. They will be an independent prescriber with the clinical expertise, professional judgement and leadership skills needed to contribute effectively to the service.

Main duties of the job

Working closely with the UTC leadership team, the post holder will support the development of clinical pathways, agreed improvement projects and delegated management activity. They will contribute to the induction, training, mentoring and development of new and existing staff, work regular clinical hours and provide visible leadership by example. The role includes weekend and bank-holiday working and may require additional support during periods of high demand.

The successful applicant must be able to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and autonomously when completing delegated responsibilities. They will demonstrate strong communication, organisation and prioritisation skills and a clear commitment to professional accountability and patient safety.

About us

Why Join Us?

PHL Group was founded in 2009 by a team of experienced General Practitioners and commercial partners, driven by a clear vision to deliver high-quality healthcare services that positively impact local communities. Led by an experienced team of clinicians and healthcare leaders with extensive expertise across urgent and primary care settings,

PHL Group operates a wide range of services across the UK and internationally, including Integrated Urgent Care, GP Practices, Custody Healthcare, ADHD services, Home Visiting, and Wait Time Support.

Supported by a well-established organisational infrastructure, robust clinical governance, and industry-leading professionals, PHL Group is committed to enabling people to remain well and receive the best possible health and social care through innovation, quality, and compassion.

At the heart of everything we do are our core values Truly Care, Team First, and Pioneering Innovationmaking PHL Group a forward-thinking organisation where people are empowered to make a real difference.

Applications

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If your application is successful, you can expect to hear from us within 2 weeks of submission.

Please note that this advert will remain open until the position is filled. Interviews will be held throughout the advertising period, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Details

• Date posted: 16 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £58,000 a year includes enhancements
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
• Reference number: E0062-26-0090
• Job locations: Beckenham Beacon, 379 Croydon Road, Beckenham, BR3 3QL, United Kingdom, The Princess Royal University Hospital, Farnborough Common, ORPINGTON, Kent, BR6 8ND, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, including weekend working.

Salary: £58,000 full-time equivalent, plus London Weighting and applicable unsocial-hours enhancements.

Informal discussion: Simon Corrall : simon.corrall@phlgroup.co.uk

About PHL

Partnering Health Group (PHL) is an established and expanding healthcare organisation providing urgent and primary healthcare services across the UK. We are proud to provide urgent treatment services at Beckenham Beacon and Princess Royal University Hospital. Our high-quality, safe services improve the health, wellbeing and independence of the people we care for, giving colleagues a genuine opportunity to make a difference to local lives.

Selection process

The selection process will include a panel interview and a prepared presentation. We reserve the right to close applications early if sufficient applications are received.

Role requirements

• Registered Nurse or Paramedic with current NMC or HCPC registration and no restrictions on practice.
• Working towards a Master's qualification, with at least a postgraduate certificate at Level 7 in Advanced Practice or equivalent.
• At least four years' full-time post-registration experience, ideally including experience in a senior role.
• At least one year's experience as an autonomous practitioner in a UTC, emergency department or primary care setting.
• Independent prescribing qualification.
• Minor illness and/or minor injury qualification at Level 6 or 7.
• Competence in X-ray interpretation; Red Dot and IR(ME)R training or an equivalent recognised qualification is desirable.
• Mentoring, supervision or practice-education qualification and experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience of working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including active listening.
• A clear understanding of professional responsibility and accountability.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage and prioritise workload.
• Enhanced DBS clearance and the right to work in the UK.