Overview
In this role you will be the senior leader shaping St Austell Healthcare’s strategy and performance. You will drive the organisation’s vision, governance and sustainability while leading safety, quality and workforce development. You will work with clinical and operational leaders to deliver integrated, patient-centred care and to strengthen partnerships within the wider health system. This is a chance to influence primary care transformation across Cornwall and improve health outcomes for the community.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership to deliver the organisation's vision, values and objectives
- Lead development and evaluation of the Strategic Plan and new models of care
- Ensure services are designed around patient and community needs
- Promote innovation and transformation to improve quality and outcomes
- Align priorities with NHS policy and identify future opportunities and risks
- Support the Board and serve as principal adviser to the GP Partnership Board
- Maintain governance, assurance, risk management and regulatory compliance
- Represent the organisation within the health system and foster external partnerships
- Ensure safety, quality, and patient safety across all services
- Oversee financial sustainability, performance monitoring and resource deployment
- Lead workforce development, inclusion and staff wellbeing
- Act as principal spokesperson and engage patients, staff and stakeholders
- Promote transparency, continuous improvement and organisational learning
- Demonstrate integrity, collaboration and inclusive leadership
Key requirements
- Significant senior leadership experience in healthcare or a similarly complex organisation
- Board or Executive level experience
- Proven track record in strategic leadership, transformation and organisational improvement
- Experience leading large multidisciplinary teams and governance, risk management and assurance
- Financial stewardship and accountability across a public sector or healthcare setting
- Knowledge of NHS structures, policy, population health management and quality improvement methodologies
- Ability to develop partnerships across organisations and statutory bodies
- Experience of governance, regulatory compliance and delivering organisational objectives
- Outstanding communication and influencing abilities
- Inclusive, compassionate and authentic leadership style
- Resilience and adaptability in complex environments
- Knowledge of NHS policy and healthcare delivery
- Quality improvement methodologies
- Clinical governance and patient safety
Chief Executive in St Austell employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
