Clinical Director of Children’s Services – Barking, Havering And Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) is one of the largest and most prominent NHS trusts in the UK, serving a diverse population of over 750,000 people across two main sites: Queen’s Hospital in Romford and King George Hospital in Ilford. With a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare services, BHRUT is renowned for its commitment to patient care, innovation, and clinical excellence. Our Trust is home to over 9,000 dedicated staff members who work tirelessly to ensure the best outcomes for our patients.

BHRUT is rated ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), reflecting our dedication to maintaining high standards of care and continuous improvement. We are proud of our recent performance achievements and the development of our new hospital facilities, which enhance our capacity to provide state-of-the-art healthcare services. Our values of Passion, Responsibility, Innovation, Drive, and Empowerment (PRIDE) are at the core of everything we do, fostering a supportive and progressive working environment for all staff.

We are seeking an exceptional Clinical Director of Children’s Services to lead and inspire our general paediatrics, paediatrics emergency medicine and neonatal teams. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of children’s services across both hospital sites. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the highest quality of care for our young patients, driving innovation and improvement in clinical practices. Your leadership will be crucial in shaping the future of paediatric and neonatal services at BHRUT, enhancing patient outcomes and staff satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced and dynamic clinical leader with a proven track record in general paediatrics, paediatric emergency medicine or neonatology. You will possess strong strategic vision and the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve excellence. Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will enable you to build effective relationships with staff, patients, and external stakeholders. A commitment to continuous improvement and a passion for delivering the highest standards of care are essential for this role.

At BHRUT, we are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce and the services we provide. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment leads to better patient care and a more supportive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels valued and respected.

If you would like a further discussion on the role, in the first instance please contact Finn McNulty at Hunter Healthcare on 07966 006091 or fmcnulty@hunter-healthcare.com or Isobel Harrop at Hunter Healthcare on 07566766706 or iharrop@hunter-healthcare.com

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