Head of Clinical Services – Affidea Wimbledon
Permanent
Full time (37.5 hours)
Competitive, depending on experience
Build a clinical service from day one
Affidea UK is in a period of exceptional growth. Since Fortius Clinic, the UK’s largest orthopaedic group, joined Affidea in 2021, we have gone from strength to strength. In July 2026 we announced a strategic partnership with LIPS Healthcare, the UK’s largest private consultant-led multi-specialty group, and in October we agreed to acquire two specialist diagnostic centres from Alliance Medical, on Harley Street and in Marylebone. This autumn, we will open our first ambulatory clinic in Southwest London, a major milestone in our mission to bring world-class, accessible healthcare to communities across the UK. Joining us now means being part of this journey from the ground up, with real opportunities to grow as we do.
Our 33,000 sq ft clinic in the Wimbledon Quarter Shopping Centre brings advanced diagnostics, outpatient services and theatres under one roof. It includes a Private GP, an Express Care minor injuries unit, consultant and treatment rooms, advanced diagnostic imaging (3T MRI, 1.5T MRI, CT, X-Ray and DEXA), surgical theatres and inpatient ward facilities.
About the role
As Head of Clinical Services, you’ll be the senior clinical leader for the site. You’ll lead every nursing and clinical support department: theatre, recovery, endoscopy, Express Care, treatment rooms, health assessments and practice nursing for our Private GP service. You’ll sit on our Medical Advisory Committee and have a real say in how clinical care is run.
This is a rare chance to build a clinical service from the start. You’ll take the clinic through Care Quality Commission registration and opening, setting the standards and culture your service will be known for.
What you’ll be responsible for
Clinical leadership
- Leading all nursing and clinical support departments, and being a visible senior clinical presence on site
- Acting as professional lead for all nurses, including NMC revalidation, appraisal, competencies and mandatory training
- Managing rostering, safe staffing, skill mix and the use of agency staff
Patient safety and named lead roles
- Acting as named lead for infection prevention and control, safeguarding adults and children, resuscitation and the deteriorating patient
- Acting as the Responsible Person on our Home Office controlled drugs licence, and leading controlled drugs governance with pharmacy
Quality and governance
- Running the site clinical audit programme (hand hygiene, controlled drugs, surgical safety checklist, documentation and infection control) and making sure actions are completed
- Leading on incidents, complaints, duty of candour and patient safety alerts across the clinical departments
- Owning clinical policies and procedures, including Express Care triage and children’s competencies
Regulation
- Leading the site through CQC registration and opening, and holding the clinical evidence for inspection
What we’re looking for
- Registered Nurse with current NMC registration
- Background in theatre, recovery or day surgery
- Senior nursing management experience at matron or head of nursing level
- Experience of CQC registration, regulation or inspection
- Confidence to lead, influence and challenge across disciplines, including consultants
- Day-surgery experience in the independent sector
- A leadership or management qualification
What we offer
- A competitive salary, depending on experience
- The backing of a growing international healthcare group, with real room to progress
About Affidea
Affidea operates over 358 centres across 15 countries, delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging, outpatient care and cancer treatment to nearly 13 million patients every year. In the UK and Ireland, we run a growing network of diagnostic imaging and minor injuries centres, serving the public, private insurers, employers and other organisations.
We believe excellent patient care starts with diverse, inclusive teams that reflect the communities we serve. We’re committed to a workplace where everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or background, feels welcome, valued and able to do their best work.
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Head of Clinical Services employer: Affidea UK & Ireland
Affidea is an exceptional employer dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible healthcare while fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. As we expand our services in Wimbledon, London, we offer unique opportunities for Urgent Care Doctors to shape our Express Care service from the ground up, with a strong emphasis on professional development and collaboration within a supportive team. Join us in making a meaningful impact on community health and enjoy the benefits of working in a state-of-the-art facility that prioritises patient-centred care.
