Head of Supportive Care

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. St Joseph's Hospice Head of Supportive Care The closing date is 01 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to lead and transform a diverse portfolio of supportive care services, ensuring that people living with life-limiting illness, and those important to them, receive outstanding, person-centred support that enables them to live well until the end of life. Reporting to the Director of Care, you will provide strategic, operational and professional leadership across a broad range of services. As a key member of the Hospice leadership team, you will lead the development and delivery of our supportive care strategy in line with the Hospice Strategy 2026-2031. You will drive service transformation, develop innovative models of care, strengthen community partnerships, expand volunteer-led services, reduce health inequalities and improve outcomes for patients, families and carers. You will work collaboratively across the Hospice, the North East London Integrated Care System, voluntary sector partners and local communities to ensure our services remain accessible, responsive and sustainable. A significant aspect of the role is leading engagement with diverse communities, increasing awareness of hospice services, developing strategic partnerships and supporting the ambitions of compassionate communities across East London. The post holder will also act as the Hospice's Designated Safeguarding Lead for Adults and Children, providing organisational leadership and assurance on safeguarding practice and governance. Main duties of the job We are looking for an experienced senior leader who can demonstrate: Professional registration within a health or social care profession. Significant senior leadership experience within palliative care, community health, supportive care or social care services. Experience of leading large multidisciplinary teams and complex services. Strong strategic planning, operational management and service transformation skills. Experience of partnership working across health, social care, community and voluntary sector organisations. A strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, governance, quality improvement and regulatory requirements. Experience of budget management, workforce planning and service development. Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. A commitment to inclusion, reducing health inequalities and improving access to care for underserved communities. A leadership style that reflects the values of compassion, advocacy, justice, quality and respect for human dignity. About us Founded in 1905 by the Sisters of Charity, St Joseph's Hospice provides specialist palliative and end-of-life care for the diverse communities of East London. We are committed to delivering outstanding care and creating a culture where patients, families, volunteers and staff feel valued, supported and empowered. Our mission is to help people live as fully as possible, for as long as possible, when facing life-limiting illness. Why Join Us? 27 days holiday plus public holidays, increasing up to 33 days with service Subsidised cafe and early access to retail sale events Season ticket loan Continuation of NHS Pension Scheme or an excellent salary-exchange pension scheme Santander cycles discount and cycle to work scheme Health Cash Plan and access to the EAP