Job reference: 001176
Salary (will be pro rated for less than full time): Consultant - £113,565 - £150,569
Closing date: 22/10/2026
Location: The Princess Alexandra Hospital
Employment type: Fixed term / secondment
Hours Per Week:1 PA
Division: Integrated Emergency and Medical Pathways
Additional salary information: Not specified

Job overview
As a Clinical Lead you will have the opportunity to shape the future of your speciality, influence strategic decisions, and lead a high performing team in delivering outstanding care to our patients.

The Clinical Lead role bridges clinical practice and hospital operations by providing specialty-specific leadership and expert advice to managers and senior leaders. You will be responsible for coordinating your department’s clinical, educational, professional and strategic activities, maintaining oversight of quality and safety, and supporting the ongoing development of medical colleagues. You will also provide visible leadership to the West Essex clinical community to achieve the best possible clinical outcomes and reduce health inequalities.

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The Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust (PAHT) is proud to care for the communities of West Essex, delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality services. We are part of the Neighbourhood Wave—a national programme that’s changing how care is delivered by focusing on prevention, early support, and more joined-up services across health, social care, and the voluntary sector.

This means we’re working more closely with local partners to bring care closer to home and support people to live healthier, more independent lives.

We’re a supportive and inclusive organisation that values its people. We offer development opportunities, flexible working, and a strong focus on wellbeing. As a Disability Confident and equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.

Join us and help shape the future of care in West Essex.

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Supporting Documents

• Clinical lead JD (DOCX, KB)

Take a look around the organisation https://www.pah.nhs.uk/

We are an equal opportunities employer.