Deputy Designated Clinical Officer: Sponsorship Available

Job Title: Deputy Designated Clinical OfficerEmployer: NHS Kent and Medway Integrated Care BoardJob Type: Full-timeLocation: Maidstone, United KingdomSalary/Rate: 49,387 to 56,515 £ / YearUK Visa Sponsorship: Available

Responsibilities

• Support the Designated Clinical Officer and ICB SEND Team in meeting statutory responsibilities for children and young people aged 0–25 with SEND.
• Provide clinical expertise and guidance on complex SEND cases and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
• Lead and coordinate projects, workstreams and multi-agency assessments.
• Ensure health advice in EHCPs is accurate, timely and of high quality.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers, local authorities, schools, families and voluntary organisations.
• Support audits, quality assurance, service evaluation and continuous improvement.
• Develop policies, procedures and training to improve SEND services.
• Represent the ICB at SEND tribunals and complex multi-agency meetings.
• Manage risks, performance data, case records and statutory documentation.
• Contribute to service planning, commissioning and effective resource management.
• Support team members and deputise for the Designated Clinical Officer when required.

Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• Degree-level education or equivalent experience.
• Current UK professional registration with a relevant clinical professional body.
• Significant experience working in complex and politically sensitive environments.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.
• Experience coordinating complex projects.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise and high-quality communications.
• Competence in systems thinking, process improvement and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong financial and process management skills.
• Successful Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Benefits / Sponsorship

• Skilled Worker visa sponsorship applications are welcome and will be considered alongside other applications.
• Opportunity to contribute to improved outcomes for children and young people with SEND.
• Involvement in strategic planning, service improvement and multi-agency collaboration.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…