Description
We areseeking an experienced and dynamic Therapy Services Manager (TSM)to lead and develop our therapy provision acrossPriory Hospital Bristol andBristol Park Clinic 37.5 hours perweek.
Reporting to theHospital Director, the TSM is a key member of the Senior ManagementTeam with full accountability for inpatient and day care therapyservices. This role is integral to delivering high-quality,patient-centred care while driving service performance, innovation,and growth.
What you’ll bedoing
- Provide strategicand operational leadership to therapy services across bothsites
- Ensure delivery of high-quality,compliant services that meet regulatory standards and KPI targets(including referrals, customer service, and time to firstappointment)
- Lead clinical governance, qualityassurance, and continuous service improvement
- Manage and develop a multidisciplinary therapy team,fostering strong collaboration across clinical services
- Oversee financial performance, budgets, and resourceplanning, proactively addressing risks and opportunities
- Drive business development and service growth,maintaining strong occupancy/caseload levels
- Maintain a small clinical caseload and support therapydelivery where required
- Build externalpartnerships (e.g. universities) to support recruitment and serviceprofile
- Support workforce development,supervision, and CPD across the team
- Contribute to on-call rota and wider senior managementresponsibilities
You can findadditional information in the attached jobdescription.
What you’ll bringto the role
Essential: A strongunderstanding of statutory regulations, with a passion fordelivering high-quality care and continuous improvement. Provenleadership and decision-making skills are essential, alongside aproactive, forward-thinking and creative approach. Candidates mustdemonstrate sound commercial awareness in managing team cost andincome performance, with the ability to handle multiple prioritiesin a fast-paced environment while maintaining high levels ofintegrity and professionalboundaries.
Desirable:A recognised post-registration qualification, professionalaccreditation or membership, and a clear commitment to ongoingcontinuous professional development(CPD).
This position is a leadershiprole at Priory and during the interview process we will beassessing candidates against our leadership behaviours. These are aset of ten values driven behaviours that define great leadership atPriory. They are integral to driving a positive high performingculture where we strive to deliver the best care and outcomes forthe people we support. You can find out more about our interviewapproach and our leadership behaviours here.
What we will give you inreturn
We want you to succeed atPriory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported withregular career conversations. We also offer full training andnumerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positionsto help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- BirthdayHoliday – Your Birthday as an extra days annualleave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexiblebenefits including reduced rates and access to new schemesincluding gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets /smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply HealthScheme)
- Access to developmentopportunities
- Sponsorship of professionalqualifications through our Individual Professional Development(IPD) panel
- Leadership & managementdevelopment
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receiptof applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancyearly if enough suitable candidates areidentified.
AboutPriory
Priory is the UK’s leading independentprovider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000people each year to live their lives as fully and independently aspossible. We treat more than 70 conditions – including depression,anxiety, eating disorders and children’s mental health – andprovide residential and supported living care for autistic adults,people with a learning disability, Prader–Willi Syndrome, braininjuries and olderpeople.
We are an equal opportunities employer committed toproviding an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn moreabout the accessibility support we offer here.
Foragency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statementhere.
All roles are subject to asuccessful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosureand Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priorywill cover the cost of a DBScheck.
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