Operational Turnaround Director - Mental healthBand 9 / VSM Operational Leader - Acute Mental Health9-12 Month ContractCompetitive Day Rate or Fixed TermLocation: South EastWe are supporting an NHS organisation to appoint an experienced Operational Leader for a high-impact 9-12 month contract within Acute Mental Health services.This is a senior divisional leadership role requiring a credible, visible, and hands-on leader with proven turnaround experience and the ability to stabilise, improve flow, and strengthen culture across complex acute services.The RoleYou will provide leadership across Acute Inpatient and Bed Management services with the focus is on driving operational performance, improving patient flow, embedding sustainable improvements, and strengthening leadership capability across the division.Key responsibilities include:Leading day-to-day operational delivery across the acute inpatient and bed management divisionDriving flow, effectiveness, and patient experience outcome measuresEmbedding improvements introduced through a Service User Flow programmeStandardising ward working practices across the divisionEnsuring full and effective MDT working on all wardsReviewing, strengthening, and developing leadership capabilityCreating and sustaining a positive, high-performing working culture across teamsThe CandidateWe are seeking an experienced senior operational leader who can demonstrate:Previous experience operating at Band 9 / VSM levelStrong turnaround and service i