Calaminus is currently chief executive at North East London NHS Foundation Trust, and previously served as chief executive at East London NHS Foundation Trust.

Ade Odunlade, substantive chief operating officer, will continue as interim chief executive over the next four months, to ensure a smooth transition into Calaminus' tenure. 

Jane Bailey, SLaM chair, said: ‘Paul is a compassionate and values-led leader with a clear commitment to improving care and outcomes for the communities we serve. He brings close to a decade of executive-level experience in mental health trusts across London. We are delighted to welcome him to our trust, where I know he will bring real focus and momentum to our next chapter.'

Calaminus said: ‘This is a trust with a remarkable reputation for clinical excellence, research and innovation. My focus will be on working with staff, service users, carers, governors, partners and communities to strengthen quality, support a compassionate culture, and continue improving the care we provide.'