Pathway Lead Out of Hospital, Community Services

Job Summary

Stockport Foundation Trust is looking for a dynamic, experienced Leader to join the Leadership Team within the Directorate of Out of Hospital, Urgent Community Services. The role is pivotal for the Hospital @ Home Service (Virtual Ward) and the newly created Digital Hub, working closely with leads in Urgent Community Response and Advanced Practitioner service.

• Ensure efficient and effective running of services.
• Supervise delivery of pathway services, collaborating with Clinical Leads, Team Leads, and staff.
• Develop and implement operational management systems, process pathways, SOPs, protocols, and strategies.
• Lead and challenge the team to deliver evidence‑based, effective and efficient care.
• Use a LEAN methodology to maximise efficiency.
• Lead stakeholder engagement on operational objectives and evaluation.

Education & Qualifications (Essential)

• Registered Nurse or equivalent professional qualification.
• Management/leadership qualification or equivalent experience.
• Postgraduate study at an advanced level or equivalent experience.
• First‑level degree or equivalent experience.

Desirable

• Coaching qualification or experience.

Knowledge (Essential)

• Coaching qualification or experience.
• Understanding of clinical risk, incident management, patient safety, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Understanding of research and evidence‑based practice.

Experience (Essential)

• Senior clinical or managerial role experience of 2+ years.
• Significant practical contribution to service development.
• Experience managing complex patients and advanced communication in stressful situations.
• Continuous professional development and practical application.
• Experience in a senior Community role (Band 7 or above).

Skills & Abilities (Essential)

• Confidence to assess and manage complex patients.
• Documented advanced clinical skills and competencies.
• IT literacy.
• Confidence in discussions with senior colleagues and partner organisations.
• Commitment to multidisciplinary teamwork.
• Patient‑focused with a commitment to high‑quality care.

• Current driving licence; car ownership with insurance for business use.
• Ability to remain professional, calm and polite under pressure.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.

• 27‑33 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• NHS pension scheme membership.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more.
• NHS staff discounts.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.
• Salary finance (loans, savings, budgeting support).
• Stockport Credit Union financial advice.

• Pay scheme
  :
  Agenda for Change
• Band
  : 8a
• Salary
  : £55,690 to £62,682 a year pro‑rata per annum
• Contract
  :
  Permanent
• Working pattern
  :
  Full‑time
• Date posted
  : 30 January 2026
• Reference number
  : 362-NAM8
  
  AUCRT‑01‑26
• Locations
  :
  Kingsgate House, Wellington Road North, Stockport, SK1 4LW

Enhanced DBS check (£54.90, deducted from first salary) and annual DBS update subscription (£16). Disclosure and Barring Service check required as per the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Applications requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship will be considered. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration. For further information see NHS Careers website.