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Hospice Inpatient Manager – Operational Lead

Post date
11 March 2026
Closing date
1 April 2026
Location
Wirral
Salary
£47,900 - £54,800
Hours
37.5
Contact email
claire.jones@clairehouse.org.uk

Key Skills & Attributes

· A compassionate, confident, and inspiring leadership style

· Excellent communication and record-keeping skills

· Strong operational management experience

· Ability to lead service development and contribute to strategic thinking

· Forward‑thinking with a positive approach to digital innovation and commitment to continuous quality improvement

· Skilled in rostering, bed management, and day-to-day operational oversight

· Knowledge of complex care and the ability to work autonomously

· Adaptable, proactive, and able to work in partnership with internal and external teams

· Strong understanding of HR practices and excellent people‑management skills

About You

You’re someone who leads by example — supportive, approachable, and able to bring out the best in others. You’ll champion high standards of care, nurture a positive team culture, and ensure the smooth running of our 24/7 Hospice inpatient unit.

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of our hospice services, we’d love to hear from you.

We can offer you:

· A commitment to help you learn, develop and grow your career with us

· Significant opportunities for professional development and training

· A chance to develop your operational and organisational management skills

· A chance to work strategically and cross organisationally

· Opportunity to continuously develop advanced leadership skills

· The chance to further develop your expertise in palliative and end-of-life care

You can continue with your NHS superannuation scheme or join the Claire House pension scheme.

This organisations recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

If this sounds like the role for you, please read the job description and person specification

If you would like further information and an application, please contact: Claire.jones@clairehouse.org.uk

Interview day will be: Tuesday 14th – Wednesday 15th April 26

https://www.clairehouse.org.uk/get-involved/work-with-us/jobs/hospice-inpatient-manager-operational-lead/

Contact number: Tel: 0151 334 4626 Ext:176

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