Clinical Service Lead for NeurologyThe closing date is 17 August 2026Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen to undertake the role of Clinical Service Lead for Neurology within the Surgery Division Group.
The role of the Clinical Service Lead at Birmingham Women's and Children's Hospital is to provide senior level leadership and direction in a speciality area within a Clinical Group. The Clinical Service Lead provides support to the Clinical Service Director in developing clinical services, enhancing the safety and quality of patient care, ensuring delivery against performance targets including financial balance and the management of the multidisciplinary team.
Main duties of the jobThe post holder will be a substantive medical or dental consultant employed by the Trust, or a clinician from another profession employed in a substantive clinical post of equivalent seniority within the Trust. They should have wide experience and clinical knowledge of the specialty involved. It is expected that the Clinical Service Lead will have undertaken suitable senior leader development before appointment.
About usBirmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust is the first of its type in the UK. Our Trust was formed in February 2017 to drive forward our commitment to provide the highest quality, world-class physical and mental health care for our women, children and families. Uniting our hospitals means more seamless care; more investment to make greater advances in our specialist treatment and world-leading neo-natal and fetal work. Importantly, it also gives us a greater voice in shaping the future of family-centred care.
Birmingham Children's Hospital is a UK leading specialist paediatric centre with an international reputation in several areas.
Birmingham Women's Hospital is one of two dedicated women's hospitals in the UK, with the busiest single site maternity unit, delivering more than 8,200 babies a year offering a full range of gynaecological, maternity and neonatal care.
Our Trust is committed to creating the best place to work. We believe in promoting and enhancing inclusion, diversity and equality and encourage applications from all areas of the community, who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of age, gender identity, disability, race, religion or sexual orientation.
DetailsDate posted: 03 August 2026
Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
Grade: Consultant
Salary: Depending on experience
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 3 years
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 284-26-8182530-DPBC
Job locations: Birmingham Children's Hospital, Steelhouse Lane, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6NH, United Kingdom
Job responsibilitiesPlease refer to the attached job description and person specification to view the full details for this opportunity at Birmingham Womens and Childrens NHS Foundation Trust.
When completing your application, please ensure you have evidenced how you meet the job description and person specification to include transferable experience, qualifications, skills along with professional registration details
Please see job DescriptionPerson SpecificationQUALIFICATIONS / SKILLSEssential- Substantive medical or dental consultant employed by the Trust, or a clinician from another profession employed in a substantive clinical post of equivalent seniority within the Trust
- Evidence of personal and professional development.
- At least 3 years' experience as a consultant (or equivalent) within the NHS
- Participation in Trust's senior leaders' development programmes
- Credibility in the clinical environment and within the specialty
- Knowledge of the structure and function of the NHS. Understanding of current NHS issues.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; approachable and supportive of others
- Leadership skills and ability to lead by example
- Ability to think both analytically and creatively and to use initiative
- Excellent prioritisation skills
Desirable- Previous experience of leading substantial change in a clinical environment
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICSEssential- Team player capable of working independently and with others
- Consultative and flexible approach
- Willingness to challenge others where appropriate
- Ability to juggle a complex and heavy workload and prioritise as appropriate.
COMPETENCIESEssential- Written communications that are accurate and consistent. Consistently follows up on issues in a timely manner.
- Ability to explain complex information to team members. Conveys thoughts clearly and accurately. Listens carefully and asks questions when necessary to ensure understanding.
- Share best practices and transfer knowledge to others. Identify and address performance issues and training needs when applicable.
- Maintain positive relationships with colleagues. Demonstrate honesty and integrity in dealing with others. Work effectively with different types of people. Accept and give constructive feedback.
- Make sound decisions within the scope of responsibility. Focus on resolving problems.
Employer detailsEmployer name: Birmingham Women's and Children's NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Birmingham Children's Hospital, Steelhouse Lane, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6NH, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website
Employer contact detailsFor questions about the job, contact: Consultant Ratna Kumar, ratnakumar@nhs.net
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.