Operational Improvement Consultant - Mental Health (LoS Reduction)

Operational Improvement Consultant - Mental Health (LoS Reduction) Location: South Coast (Worthing/Brighton) - Hybrid Duration: 8-10 weeks Start Date: ASAP On-site Requirement: Up to 2 days per week on client site

We are seeking an experienced Operational Improvement Consultant to support the delivery of ward-level improvement plans focused on reducing Length of Stay (LoS) within a Mental Health setting. This short-term engagement will play a critical role in implementing tangible, on-the-ground changes that enhance patient flow and operational efficiency across mental health wards. The work is part of a broader transformation programme and requires someone with both strategic insight and a hands-on, delivery-focused mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of ward-level improvement initiatives to reduce Length of Stay.
• Engage directly with clinical and operational teams to identify bottlenecks and implement practical solutions.
• Use data-driven insights to inform improvement plans and track impact.
• Support teams in embedding changes through coaching, training, and structured action plans.
• Provide weekly progress reporting and input into wider programme governance.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in NHS operational improvement delivery - ideally within mental health settings.
• Strong track record of implementing changes at ward level, with measurable outcomes.
• Knowledge of patient flow, discharge planning, and LoS metrics.
• Comfortable working on-site with multidisciplinary teams and influencing clinical stakeholders.
• Self-starting, delivery-focused, and pragmatic in approach.