Head of Clinical Services
| Posting date: | 10 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £75,000.00 to £90,000.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £75000.00 - £90000.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, BS32 4UD |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0325-25-0064 |
Summary
Head of Clinical Services Who Are We? At Newmedica in Bristol, we believe better sight changes lives. Were one of Englands top providers of NHS and Private ophthalmology services, delivering outpatient care, diagnostic testing, and advanced eye surgery to thousands of patients every year. With a growing network of specialist clinics across the UK, were on a mission to make world-class eye care more accessible for everyone. Were proud to be officially certified as a Great Place to Workfor the third consecutive year, based on independent feedback from our colleagues. This recognition reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering workplace where people can thrive. Your Next Role: Head of Clinical Services As Head of Clinical Services, you will be a figurehead of the organisation, reporting directly to the clinical directors. You will shape and deliver the clinical vision, drive professional development, and ensure regulatory compliance across all our practices. This role is permanent and full time (40 hours), based at our Bristol locations; Aztec West, Clifton and Langford. What You'll Do Lead the development and implementation of clinical protocols, standards and training programmes including Ophthalmic Technician, pre-reg and IP placements Oversee professional registration, CPD compliance and ICB audit readiness Attend our Clinical Governance Committee and represent the group at industry forums (including CPD events, conferences and in stores/practices) Drive adoption of advanced diagnostic technologies (OCT, biometry, fundus imaging, glaucoma management) Mentor ophthalmic technicians and support talent development pathways Collaborate with external agencies to advise on enhanced eye care services (e.g. glaucoma referral refinement, cataract, YAG/SLT pathways) Monitor clinical KPIs and patient outcomes, lead quality improvement initiatives Oversee all planned outpatient clinical activity across all locations Manage and develop a large multi-disciplinary clinical team Build relations with various different stakeholders (such as ICBs/NHS trusts/Health Boards/Primary Care) to optimise patient care