At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a vital charity, shaping its future and ensuring exceptional care.
- Company: St Catherine’s Hospice, a trusted community-focused organisation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, impactful leadership role, and community engagement.
- Other info: Join us at a pivotal time for hospices with excellent growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while building on a strong legacy.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience and a passion for community service.
The predicted salary is between 110000 - 110000 £ per year.
Chief Executive £95,000 - £110,000 per annum (depending on experience) Full time (37.5 hours per week) Recruitment closes on Friday 17 July 2026 St Catherine’s Hospice After more than ten years of outstanding leadership, our much-respected Chief Executive is retiring.
Thanks to his vision, values and commitment, St Catherine’s is a strong, trusted and ambitious hospice with deep roots in its community, with a clear sense of purpose.
We are now seeking an inspiring new Chief Executive to lead us into our next chapter.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to build on a successful legacy, while shaping the future of a vital charity, at a pivotal time for hospices.
Please click here to view Giles Tomsett's retirement announcement on our Website.
About the role As Chief Executive, you will provide visible, compassionate and credible leadership across the organisation.
Working closely with the Board, Senior Leadership team, staff, volunteers and supporters, you will set strategic direction, drive financial sustainability and champion exceptional care for those who need us most!
You will be the primary ambassador for St Catherine’s, developing and managing key NHS and system wide partnerships, influencing locally and regionally, and ensuring the hospice remains a trusted, valued partner within an evolving health and social care landscape.
Key priorities Values‑led leadership – living and breathing our core values every day, fostering a culture of energy, courage, expertise, connection, and not forgetting Human!
Strategic delivery – translating our vision into clear priorities that keep St Catherine’s relevant, responsive and impactful Financial sustainability – navigating ongoing financial challenges faced by the hospice sector, strengthening income generation and ensuring long‑term resilience Partnership
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