Head of Integrated Care


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£95,773 - £110,448
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Cardiff, CF14 4XW
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

The Head of Integrated Care is a senior leadership role within the Primary, Community and Intermediate Care Clinical Board, providing strategic, operational and professional leadership for integrated care services. The post holder will lead services that support timely hospital discharge, improve patient flow and strengthen care closer to home through effective partnership working across health, social care and third-sector organisations. The role has overall responsibility for the Integrated Discharge Service and community hospital wards, ensuring services are safe, effective, person-centred and aligned with Health Board priorities. Working closely with internal and external partners, the post holder will support the development of integrated models of care that improve outcomes and reduce reliance on acute hospital services. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Service Development Lead the development and implementation of integrated care strategies supporting the Home First and Care Closer to Home agendas. Drive service transformation programmes that improve patient pathways and outcomes. Develop effective partnerships with Local Authorities, primary care, third-sector organisations and regional partners. Contribute to Clinical Board, Health Board, regional and national priorities. Support the development of innovative and sustainable models of care. Operational Management Provide leadership and management for the Integrated Discharge Service and community hospital wards. Ensure delivery of agreed quality, performance, workforce and financial objectives. Lead initiatives to improve discharge planning and reduce delays in care transfers. Monitor performance and implement improvement plans where required. Maintain robust governance arrangements to support safe and effective services. Quality, Safety and Governance Promote a culture of continuous improvement, quality and patient safety. Ensure services are delivered in line with best practice, legislation and Health Board policies. Manage risks appropriately and lead service reviews, audits and evaluations. Ensure compliance with safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and information governance requirements. Partnership Working and Stakeholder Engagement Build and maintain effective relationships with senior leaders across health, social care and partner organisations. Represent the Clinical Board and Health Board at local, regional and national forums. Provide expert advice on integrated care, discharge planning and patient flow. Lead collaborative approaches to address system-wide challenges and improve service delivery. Leadership and Workforce Development Provide visible leadership to multidisciplinary teams, fostering a positive and high-performing culture. Lead workforce planning, development and service redesign initiatives. Ensure effective recruitment, appraisal, supervision and performance management processes. Support staff development through coaching, mentoring and professional development opportunities. Demonstrate and promote the Health Board's values and behaviours. Financial and Resource Management Manage delegated budgets and resources, ensuring delivery of financial plans and efficiency objectives. Maximise the effective use of workforce, financial and physical resources. Identify opportunities for service improvement and value while maintaining quality and safety. Key Relationships The post holder will work closely with: Director of Operations Director of Nursing, Primary, Community and Intermediate Care Clinical Board Executive Teams Senior Clinical Leaders and Healthcare Professionals Local Authority Directors and Senior Managers Regional Partnership Board Representatives Primary Care Providers Third Sector and Independent Sector Partners Welsh Government and NHS Wales Colleagues Trade Union and Staff Side Representatives Patients, Carers and Public Representatives The post holder will work autonomously within agreed objectives, exercising a high level of professional judgement and decision-making while contributing to Health Board, regional and national priorities. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

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