About this role
Job summary If you are an experienced Hospital Director or Senior Leader with a strong background in leading high performing teams, developing new services and looking for a new opportunity to put your mark on an established neurological service, then The Avalon Centre is the perfect next step in your career. Located in Swindon, voted one of Britains best places to live and work, with excellent access to both the Town Centre and transport links, The Avalon centre is a purpose-built Neurological Hospital catering for adults over the age of 18, specialising in acquired brain injury. You will be leading and managing full clinical and operational teams, ensuring excellent care is delivered and maintained, and ensuring quality and financial targets are met. As the Hospital Director at The Avalon Centre, you will be the Registered Manager and have overall leadership and management responsibility of the service. Lead the neurological multidisciplinary team, and be responsible for operational performance whilst continuing to develop commercial opportunities with purchasers and referrers.
Main duties of the job The Hospital Director role at The Avalon Centre offers an opportunity for experienced leaders in the healthcare sector, particularly those with a neurological care background, to lead high-performing teams and develop new services within an established neurological hospital. Located in Swindon, The Avalon Centre is positioned conveniently with excellent access to transport links and caters specifically for adults with acquired brain injury. The Hospital Director will oversee both clinical and operational management, ensuring the delivery and maintenance of exceptional care standards. Responsibilities include leading the neurological multidisciplinary team, meeting quality and financial targets, and developing commercial opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a robust management track record in healthcare, with an emphasis on performance, delivery, and governance.
About us Elysium Healthcare is a significant player in the healthcare sector, with over 8,000 employees offering specialized care across more than 80 services in England and Wales. With a focus on mental health, neurological care, learning disabilities, and autism, Elysium stands out for its comprehensive and compassionate approach to healthcare services. As part of the global Ramsay Health Care network, which operates in 10 countries with a workforce exceeding 86,000 individuals, Elysium Healthcare offers a wealth of opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Committed to inclusive recruitment, Elysium follows stringent staff recruitment protocols and is a Disability Confident employer, ensuring all staff understand their responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users.
Job description Job responsibilities If you are an experienced Hospital Director or Senior Leader with a strong background in leading high performing teams, developing new services and looking for a new opportunity to put your mark on an established neurological service, then The Avalon Centre is the perfect next step in your career. Located in Swindon, voted one of Britains best places to live and work, with excellent access to both the Town Centre and transport links, The Avalon centre is a purpose-built Neurological Hospital catering for adults over the age of 18, specialising in acquired brain injury. You will be leading and managing full clinical and operational teams, ensuring excellent care is delivered and maintained, and ensuring quality and financial targets are met. As the Hospital Director at The Avalon Centre, you will be the Registered Manager and have overall leadership and management responsibility of the service. Lead the neurological multidisciplinary team, and be responsible for operational performance whilst continuing to develop commercial opportunities with purchasers and referrers. Your responsibilities will include:
Facilitating the development of quality healthcare services, ensuring that they respond to the changing needs of purchasers and patients, and also reflect market trends and evidence-based practice. Ensuring both quality and financial targets are met, Leading the senior management team on site, developing local strategy of the service, ensuring adherence to the service’s objectives, quality improvement and business plans. Promoting and enhancing the hospital’s reputation for specialist care and service Fulfilling the role of Registered Manager as per CQC expectations Engagement with Provider Collaboratives To be successful as Hospital Director, you will: Have a excellent track record in a management role within the healthcare sector A background in and understanding of neurological care An excellent track record in a management role within the healthcare sector (essential). An emphasis on performance and delivery in order to support successful service delivery and development, budget control, business development and revenue generation. A credible, inclusive and supportive management style balanced with strong leadership and sound underpinning knowledge to provide direction and implement change. Knowledge of clinical and non-clinical operational activities within a health sector organisation. Working knowledge of the NHS and Independent Healthcare sectors. A sound understanding of governance and regulation to deliver strong operational and clinical excellence What You’ll Get At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future: Competitive annual salary £5,000 car allowance The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window. Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub! Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance, for added peace of mind Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support. 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time Pension contribution, to help secure your future Free meals and onsite free parking About your next employer: Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
To be successful as a Hospital Director, an excellent track record in a management role within the healthcare sector is essential. The candidate should have a background in neurological care, with a focus on performance, delivery for service success, budget control, and business development. A credible and supportive management style combined with strong leadership skills and a sound understanding of clinical and non-clinical activities in the health sector is required. Knowledge of NHS and independent healthcare sectors, and understanding of governance and regulation to ensure operational and clinical excellence are also needed.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details Employer name Elysium Healthcare
Address Elysium Healthcare
Swindon
SN3 3RT
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.elysiumhealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)