Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Manager

The closing date is 27 January 2026

Job summary

Are you an experienced clinician, with strong leadership skills and an ambition to lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality, compassionate care? We are looking for a Clinical Manager for our brand-new purpose built 8 beds inpatient CAMHS High Intensity Environment/ PICU unit at Alumhurst Road, Bournemouth. We welcome nurses from all backgrounds, who are looking to build upon their experiences in Mental Health and Learning Disabilities.

As a Clinical Manager you will bring strong clinical leadership and management skills, along with a good understanding of complex mental health, including attachment and trauma issues for children and young people. You will act as a champion for clinical standards and for continuous improvement in the service user experience. You will be able to demonstrate a supportive and empathetic approach to service users and carers. You will help to support provide a high quality of care and treatment for patients who have physical, social, psychological and emotional health needs.

We provide in-depth on-going inductions, invest in personal training programmes and clinical and management supervision. The Clinical Manager role is a full-time post of 37.5 hours per week for a 24-hour service. We would be flexible and welcome part time applicants of 12 hours. This can be discussed at interview stage.

Any questions, including a ward tour, please contact Rebecca Matoug, Ward Manager Rebecca.matoug@nhs.net

Main duties of the job

You will have access to some of the leading research programmes in mental health and, whatever your role, there are opportunities to develop skills and clinical practice by being part of ground-breaking work.

You will work within the senior management team to ensure safe, effective care and treatment, and be supported in their development with learning opportunities. Day-to-day leadership of a clinical team and practitioners and other staff in the multi-disciplinary team.

The role will allow you to contribute to the planning and design of services in line with Trust, locality and government objectives to meet the needs of local people.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

13 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£38,248 to £43,768 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

152-M211.25B

Job locations

Seastone Ward

49 Alumhurst Road

Bournemouth

BH4 8EP


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

  • Registered / Qualified health practitioner to degree level supplemented by minimum PG Dip (120 credits) plus working towards MA / MSc or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
  • Evidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio
  • Broad clinical and multi-agency knowledge
  • Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to area of clinical practice

Job specific experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience as a registered practitioner at Band 6 level
  • Demonstrates specialist expertise and knowledge underpinned by theory acquired through CPD in relation to clinical assessment, treatment and evaluation

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

  • Previous clinical people management experience
  • Able to act as a clinical supervisor

Additional requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.
Person Specification

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

  • Registered / Qualified health practitioner to degree level supplemented by minimum PG Dip (120 credits) plus working towards MA / MSc or demonstrable extensive experience in the relevant specialty
  • Evidence of recent evidence based professional development in an up to date portfolio
  • Broad clinical and multi-agency knowledge
  • Knowledge and understanding of legislation relevant to area of clinical practice

Job specific experience

Essential

  • Demonstrable experience as a registered practitioner at Band 6 level
  • Demonstrates specialist expertise and knowledge underpinned by theory acquired through CPD in relation to clinical assessment, treatment and evaluation

Managerial/supervisory experience

Essential

  • Previous clinical people management experience
  • Able to act as a clinical supervisor

Additional requirements

Essential

  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Seastone Ward

49 Alumhurst Road

Bournemouth

BH4 8EP


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Seastone Ward

49 Alumhurst Road

Bournemouth

BH4 8EP


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Service Manager

Claire Ozmond

claire.ozmond@nhs.net

01202545400

Details

Date posted

13 January 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£38,248 to £43,768 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

152-M211.25B

Job locations

Seastone Ward

49 Alumhurst Road

Bournemouth

BH4 8EP


Supporting documents

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