Head of CAMHS (MK) | Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust


Company:	CNWL NHS Foundation Trust
Salary:	£79,504 - £91,609 per annum (pro rata if P/T)
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Milton Keynes, MK6 5NG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	8 Jul 2026
Closing date:	7 Aug 2026

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Summary

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is seekingahighly motivated and innovative HeadofCAMHSfor Community CAMHS services in Milton Keynes. The role of Head of CAMHS is a pivotal role, responsible for the effective operational management and strategic development of the CNWL CAMHS provision, ensuring high-quality, safe, and responsive care for children, young people, and their families.

You will work closely with the Service Director, Clinical Director, and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders—including service users, parents, commissioners, local authorities, schools, and voluntary sector partners—to deliver service improvements, drive quality, and champion co-production.

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for CAMHS, ensuring services meet performance, quality, workforce, and financial targets.

• Lead the clinical transformation agenda, implementing innovative service development strategies and quality improvement initiatives.

• Foster a positive, inclusive culture that prioritises staff wellbeing and models compassionate leadership.

• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with stakeholders to ensure services meet the needs of the local community.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, supporting tender processes and the implementation of the CAMHS Long Term Plan.

• Ensure robust governance, compliance with statutory frameworks, and delivery within budget.

• Champion co-production, establishing forums for parent/carer and service user involvement.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive leadership team.

• Shape the future of CAMHS across CNWL services across London and Milton Keynes, making a tangible impact on young people’s lives.

• Access to ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.

• Work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, co-production, and continuous improvement.

About You

• Educated to Master’s level in a health or social care discipline (or equivalent senior-level experience), with a relevant professional qualification.

• Significant clinical, operational and management experience in mental health services, ideally within CAMHS or a similar setting.

• A registered healthcare professional (desirable)

• Proven track record of successful leadership, service development, and change management.

• Strong understanding of the policy and regulatory landscape for mental health and social care.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and partnership-building skills.

• Demonstrable commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

• Analytical, resilient, and able to inspire and motivate multidisciplinary teams.

This advert closes on Wednesday 15 Jul 2026

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