Site Manager - St Georges Hospital
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Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Site Manager - St Georges Hospital
The closing date is 25 November 2026
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
We are seeking an experienced and dynamicLead Site Manager / Hospital Coordinator to provide senior clinical leadership across our inpatient mental health services. Working closely with Modern Matrons, Ward Managers, Crisis Resolution and Home Treatment Teams (CRHT), and partner agencies, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring safe staffing, effective patient flow, emergency response, and the delivery of high-quality care across the site.
About You
You will be a registered mental health professional with significant experience in inpatient mental health services, strong leadership skills, and the ability to remain calm and decisive in challenging situations. You will have excellent communication skills, a sound understanding of the Mental Health Act, risk management, and patient flow processes, together with experience of data analysis and service improvement.
Main duties of the job
- Provide senior clinical leadership and operational oversight across the hospital site, both in and out of hours.
- Coordinate safe staffing arrangements, responding to service pressures and supporting workforce deployment.
- Lead on the collection, analysis and reporting of safe staffing data and service performance metrics.
- Act as the key point of contact for site-wide incidents, emergencies, fire procedures, Section 136 assessments, and seclusion reviews.
- Support the coordination of the Health-Based Place of Safety (HBPoS) and ECT services.
- Work in partnership with wards, CRHT and external agencies to manage bed pressures and provide relevant information to influence decisions regarding out-of-area placements, Ministry of Defence beds, repatriation and internal bed transfers.
- Provide specialist clinical advice and guidance during complex situations, supporting safe decision-making and risk management.
- Contribute to service improvement, policy development, audits and the implementation of evidence-based practice.
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-8385183
Job locations
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/4buATxw
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/44KxWXs
MPFT - Adult Mental Health Services South Staffs - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/3K3B7ju
What We Offer
- A rewarding leadership role within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Opportunities to influence service development and improve patient outcomes.
- Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
- A chance to make a real difference to the safety, quality and effectiveness of inpatient mental health services.
Join us and help lead the delivery of safe, compassionate and high-quality mental health care across our inpatient services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Check out the videos below showcasing why you should grow your career here with us at MPFT:
Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/4buATxw
Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/44KxWXs
MPFT - Adult Mental Health Services South Staffs - YouTubeorcopy and paste into browser to watchhttps://bit.ly/3K3B7ju
What We Offer
- A rewarding leadership role within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
- Opportunities to influence service development and improve patient outcomes.
- Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.
- A chance to make a real difference to the safety, quality and effectiveness of inpatient mental health services.
Join us and help lead the delivery of safe, compassionate and high-quality mental health care across our inpatient services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC
- Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level
- Mentorship Course
- Clinical Supervision Training
Desirable
- Experience in managing an in-patient ward/hospital site environment
- Recognised Management or Leadership Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within an in-patient environment and managing the services and the functions of hospital site co-ordination/ward management
- Experience of implementing a wide range of Legislation, Policy and Procedures pertinent to Acute Care.
- Understanding of the principles of clinical governance and implications for nurses in clinical practice.
- Evidence of effective management of human resources.
Desirable
- Teaching and facilitating experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate work to meet agreed targets and deadlines
- Evidence of ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands/pressures
- Ability to work in collaborative partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary and multi agency team at all levels
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization (internal and external) and build robust interagency operational alliances
- Ability to set clear objectives and targets and motivate staff to achieve them.
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Nurse with NMC
- Post-registration experience and/or evidence of formal courses and training at post graduate diploma level
- Mentorship Course
- Clinical Supervision Training
Desirable
- Experience in managing an in-patient ward/hospital site environment
- Recognised Management or Leadership Qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working within an in-patient environment and managing the services and the functions of hospital site co-ordination/ward management
- Experience of implementing a wide range of Legislation, Policy and Procedures pertinent to Acute Care.
- Understanding of the principles of clinical governance and implications for nurses in clinical practice.
- Evidence of effective management of human resources.
Desirable
- Teaching and facilitating experience
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to co-ordinate work to meet agreed targets and deadlines
- Evidence of ability to prioritise workload and manage competing demands/pressures
- Ability to work in collaborative partnership with all members of the multi-disciplinary and multi agency team at all levels
- Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization (internal and external) and build robust interagency operational alliances
- Ability to set clear objectives and targets and motivate staff to achieve them.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Modern Matron
Emma Davies
03007907000
Details
Date posted
06 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
301-RJ-26-8385183
Job locations
St Georges Hospital
Stafford
ST16 3SR
United Kingdom
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