Service Clinical Director - Te Puaruruhau, Starship Child Health

About the role

Starship Child Health is looking for an interim Service Clinical Director for Te Puaruruhau.This role is 0.3 FTE and for up to 12 months, pending a permanent leadership appointment.

Please note that any additional clinical components of the job will be determined in collaboration with you.

About You

We are seeking an experienced and capable leader who brings:

· Proven leadership capability in a complex healthcare setting

· A strong commitment to quality, safety, equity, and clinical governance

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

· A sound understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application in service planning, governance, and delivery

· Experience and demonstrated understanding of Child Protection clinical services

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and managing the operational delivery of the service. This includes ensuring both clinical and cultural safety, overseeing performance, and fostering an environment where excellence in care can thrive. You will also lead and support the workforce, promoting high standards of practice and professional conduct.

About the team/service/location

Te Puaruruhau is Te Toka Tumai’s specialist service for children and young people (0–18 years) who may have experienced abuse or neglect. The name Te Puaruruhau means “sheltering of the bud,” reflecting the service’s commitment to protecting and nurturing tamariki.

Te Puaruruhau provides local, regional, and national services, including a 24/7 urgent medical response for acute abuse cases, nursing and social work assessments, and forensic examinations related to suspected physical or sexual abuse or neglect. The team also offers consultative and advisory support, as well as teaching and training.

Additional programmes delivered partly or wholly by Te Puaruruhau include:

· Power to Protect programme

· Family Violence Intervention Programme

· Physical and Sexual Abuse training courses

· Gateway Assessments – health assessments for tamariki in the care of Oranga Tamariki

To view the Position Description, click here 

Apply Now

For more information about the role, please contact Dr. Greg Williams, Director – Medical and Community Services, Starship Child Health gregory.williams@tewhatuora.govt.nz or 0212422848.

If you would like to apply, please indicate your interest to Honey Pillai, Recruitment Consultant at honey.pillai@tewhatuora.govt.nz.