At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead community palliative care services and ensure high-quality, compassionate support.
- Company: Nottinghamshire Hospice, dedicated to delivering exceptional end-of-life care.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, pension scheme, employee discounts, and free parking.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while leading a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experienced healthcare professional with strong leadership and service delivery skills.
£54,961 per annum
37.5 hours per week
Working days: Predominately Monday-Friday with On Call requirements
Benefits:
- 5 weeks’ holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Staff referral scheme (earn extra each time you successfully refer someone)
- Employee Assistance Programme, including private GP access
- Blue Light Card discount scheme
- Free DBS check
- Free parking and uniform
Closing date: 3rd July
Interview date: 13th July
Make a genuine difference, every day. At Nottinghamshire Hospice, we’re proud to lead the way in delivering compassionate, community-based palliative care for people living with a terminal or life limiting illness across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. Our values—Compassion, Trust and Ambition—guide everything we do, for the people we support and for each other.
About the Role:
The Head of Community Services is a senior leadership role responsible for the operational and clinical delivery of Nottinghamshire Hospice’s community-based services. You will ensure the provision of high-quality, safe, and compassionate palliative and end-of-life care, supporting people to live as well as possible in the place they call home. As a key member of the Hospice Leadership Team, you will provide visible and inspiring leadership, driving excellence in care delivery, service performance, and workforce development. This role combines strong operational management with professional clinical leadership, requiring an experienced registered healthcare professional with a sound understanding of palliative and end-of-life care. You will lead and develop our Hospice in Your Home (24-hour service) and Wellbeing Day Services, ensuring they are responsive, sustainable, and patient‑centred. The role involves regular travel across Nottinghamshire and participation in the clinical on‑call rota (approximately one week in every five weeks).
What we’re looking for:
We are seeking a compassionate and experienced leader to drive excellence in our community palliative care services. You will champion equity, inclusion, diversity and belonging, while fostering a positive, high‑performing culture where staff feel supported and empowered. With strong experience in service delivery, you will manage performance, resources, and workforce planning to meet the needs of our patients and families. You will build effective partnerships with healthcare and community stakeholders, helping to improve access and patient pathways. A commitment to quality, governance, and continuous improvement is essential, alongside the ability to lead confidently in complex situations. Above all, you will embody our values of Compassion, Trust, and Ambition, helping us deliver outstanding care and shape the future of hospice services. You don’t need to meet every desirable criteria — we recruit based on values. If you’re compassionate, reliable and eager to learn, we’d love to hear from you.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We want Nottinghamshire Hospice to be a place where everyone feels they belong. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and value the different perspectives and experiences that help us provide better care. We particularly encourage applications from people who are currently under‑represented in our workforce, including individuals from minoritised ethnic communities, people with disabilities, and men.
How to apply:
You can download an application form or find further details at: www.nottshospice.org/join-our-team
Or contact us: 0115 962 1222
recruitment@nottshospice.org
The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check with Barred List and must be eligible to work in the UK. Nottinghamshire Hospice is a non‑smoking organisation. Due to the number of applications we receive, if you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has not been successful.
Your privacy:
We are committed to protecting your personal information and being transparent about the data we hold. We collect and process information such as your CV, cover letter and application in line with data protection laws. You can read our full Privacy Policy at www.nottshospice.org.
Registered Charity No: 509759
Head of Community Services in Nottingham employer: HOSPICE UK
Nottinghamshire Hospice is an exceptional employer, dedicated to providing compassionate palliative care while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. With generous benefits such as 5 weeks of holiday, a pension scheme, and opportunities for professional growth, employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the community. Our values of Compassion, Trust, and Ambition guide our culture, ensuring that every team member feels valued and inspired to deliver outstanding care.
