St Catherine's Hospice Sussex and Surrey
Chief Executive
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Chief Executive
Chief Executive St Catherine’s Hospice
Salary: £95,000–£110,000 per annum (depending on experience) Type: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) Closing Date: Friday 17 July 2026 Recruitment Process: Four stages (detailed below)
About St Catherine’s Hospice
After over a decade of leadership by our respected Chief Executive, St Catherine’s stands as a trusted, community-rooted hospice with a clear vision for the future. We are now seeking an inspiring Chief Executive to seize the next chapter—building on past successes while driving forward at a pivotal moment for the hospice sector.
Applicants are encouraged to view Giles Tomsett’s retirement announcement, our [financial disclosure], and a covering letter from our Chair of Trustees here.
About the Role
As Chief Executive, you will provide dynamic, compassionate leadership across the organisation, collaborating with:
- Board members
- Senior Leadership Team
- Staff
- Volunteers
- Supporters
Your core responsibilities include:
Core Objectives
- Visible, credible leadership—showcasing alignment with our mission in everyday actions.
- Strategic direction—crafting clear priorities that keep St Catherine’s impactful, responsive, and relevant.
- Financial sustainability—navigating sector challenges while fostering resilience and income growth.
- NHS & system partnerships—ensuring our role as a trusted partner in evolving healthcare landscapes.
- Modernisation—balancing digital innovation, data use, and service improvement.
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Key Priorities
- Values-led leadership: Championing our energy, courage, expertise, connection, and Human(ity) core values.
- Strategic delivery: Translating vision into renewed impact.
- Financial stewardship: Addressing income sustainability amid constrained funding.
- Partnerships & influence: Strengthening ties with NHS stakeholders, hospices, and commissioners.
- Digital transformation: Leveraging technology to enhance care and operational efficiency.
- Talent & culture: Empowering staff and volunteers with empathy and clarity.
About You
We seek an experienced leader with:
- A strategic mindset and track record of navigating complexity.
- Familiarity with hospice, health, public, or voluntary sector operations, particularly in resource-limited environments.
- Deep understanding of partnership dynamics and financial governance.
- A shared philosophy and motivation aligned with our mission of compassionate palliative care.
This role demands: ✅ Full UK driving licence and access to a car. ✅ An Enhanced DBS check (mandatory for employment). ✅ Full authorisation to work in the UK (no visa sponsorship offered).
Flexible working will be considered, though ongoing attendance may be required.
Additional Information
Recruitment Timeline
| Stage | Date |
|---|---|
| Application Closes | 17 July 2026 |
| Shortlisting & Testing | 20 August 2026 |
| Presentations | 4 September 2026 |
| Panel Interview | 7 September 2026 |
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Location & Accessibility
St Catherine’s Hospice Grace Holland Avenue, Pease Pottage, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 9SL Accessible by car, bus, bike or walking. Full transit details on our website.
Why Join Us?
A purpose-driven culture paired with competitive benefits:
- Generous leave entitlement: 27–36 days (plus bank holidays) with option to buy/sell hours (including volunteering allocation).
- Pension: 9% employer contribution or NHS pension.
- Work-life balance: Alongside life assurance, job satisfaction, and access to burdens* (counselling).
- Enhanced maternity/adoption leave.
Note: Full terms outlined in recruitment policies. A disability-confident employer, we are committed to inclusive recruitment. Contact our HR team for support at jobs@stch.org.uk or +44 1293 447353.
"Apply today and contribute to a hospice where every care decision is rooted in compassion."
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