Director of Care Services

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The Director of Care Services will provide knowledgeable, professional, and inspirational leadership to our care delivery teams. The role will ensure the provision and strategic development of our multidisciplinary care teams.

The Director of Care Services will work alongside the Director of Clinical Assurance and Operations (who has a focus on quality, patient safety and governance), sharing accountability for the strategic leadership of the Care Directorate whilst bringing distinct expertise and focus to their respective portfolios.

This model reflects the increasing complexity of childrens hospice care and enables dedicated executive leadership across service delivery, workforce, quality, patient safety, governance, safeguarding and organisational assurance.

Together, both roles champion our commitment to providing outstanding care and support to children, young people and families whilst ensuring the organisation remains innovative, responsive and sustainable.

Shooting Star Childrens Hospices provides specialist care and support to families who have a baby, child or young person with a life-limiting condition, or who have been bereaved. At the heart of what we do are our dedicated staff; their exceptional commitment and professionalism means every family has the opportunity to make every moment count.

To help each member of our team to excel in their role, we provide a range of skills training, staff benefits, discounts and wellbeing events. Discover the difference you can make today.

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