Hospital Director

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

Are you a dynamic and experienced leader ready to make a meaningful impact? Holybourne Hospital, part of the Active Care Group, is seeking a dedicated Hospital Director to lead our service to excellence in delivering high-quality, person-centred care.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Job responsibilities

As the Hospital Director, you will take full ownership of the service, ensuring it operates to the highest standards of care, compliance, and operational efficiency. You will lead and inspire your team, maintain regulatory excellence, drive occupancy, and achieve financial and operational targets while prioritising the well-being of patients and staff.

At Active Care Group, we offer a supportive environment where innovation and collaboration drive excellence. Our vision is a world where individuals with complex needs receive the care and kindness they deserve. If you are passionate about making a difference and ready to lead Holybourne Hospital into an exciting future, we want to hear from you.

What you'll be working:

Our standard working hours are 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. However, we understand the importance of a positive work-life balance, and therefore, if you require some flexibility to better suit your personal or professional needs, we encourage you to discuss this with us, and we will do our best to accommodate your preferences where possible.

What you'll be doing:

• Maintain registration and ensure compliance with regulatory standards (CQC) while upholding a culture of continuous improvement, making sure the service and all colleagues are always inspection ready.
• Drive patient-centred care through comprehensive assessments and care plans.
• Maintain up to date knowledge of all ACG Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) making sure that all processes are adhered to and regularly monitored to ensure compliance.
• Lead your team with a focus on professional development, engagement, and well-being, drawing on the ACG Leadership principles, and creating an environment where feedback is welcomed and acted upon.
• Build relationships with commissioners, families, and external stakeholders.
• Oversee financial performance, including budgeting, staffing, and resource management.
• Take responsibility for attaining and maintaining maximised bed occupancy, through appropriate marketing and referral processing.
• Serve as an ambassador for Holybourne Hospital, raising its profile in the community.
• Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights.

What to look forward to:

• Birthday off
• Join theActive Learning Huband benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
• Active Reward Appgiving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
• Free 24 hour confidentialEmployee Assistance Programme Helpline &Appto support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
• ANest Personal Pensionaccount
• Access to join aMedicash Health Planfor you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials - like going to the dentist or opticians
• We recognise outstandingActive Behavioursvia theActive Awardsprogramme
• Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
• Refer a FriendSchemeand earn yourself up to£1500by recommending someone you know
• and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification Qualifications Experience

• Proven management experience in health and social care, preferably in a CQC-regulated service.
• Strong knowledge of the Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, and safeguarding frameworks.
• Working knowledge of governance processes
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

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.