Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for the appointment
of an Associate Divisional Director to the Trust.
The individual will work as part of the
Senior Management Team within/across divisions as part of the operational
response and delivery of services. The
post will see the successful applicant working closely with clinical and
non-clinical staff across the operational patch, will deputise for the
Divisional Director and take the strategic lead on key pieces of work related
to the Divisions(s) in their area of responsibility. Work will be both internally and externally
facing, with an opportunity to work across the system, providing system
leadership with our partners across health and social care. Both planned and
un-planned services are part of the responsibility and ensuring flow and access
to and from the hospital and community settings will be a key focus.
The postholder will be required to
participate on the on-call rota for the operational response out of hours.
Main duties of the job
Masters Degree qualification or evidence of being on the Masters pathway or equivalent experience. The applicant should also have at least 3 years experience working at senior management level. The diversity of the role will require an adaptive leadership style and a strong value base to support the delivery of the best care we can.
Working closely with and leading both clinical and non - clinical teams and aligning operational delivery to the vision and values of the organisation.
The role requires flexibility to meet service need and there is a requirement to be part of the on call rota.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements. The Trust will not accept applications which are found to be AI generated.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Location To be agreed
on appointment
A core
member of the Senior Operational Management Team responsible for a diverse
clinical services portfolio.
Support the
Divisional Director in leading on delivery of Trust-wide transformation agenda.
Accountable
for key aspects within a single clinical division with shared responsibility
for quality, contractual and financial performance of the division.
Ensure
delivery of clinical efficiencies, cost improvement and continuous improvement
as core deliverables.
Line
management of a number of clinical and non-clinical staff.
As a
member of the senior operational management team, the postholder will exercise
responsibilities at divisional level and deputise for the Divisional Director
as required.
Will
participate in extended working hours including evenings and weekends as part
of the first on-call rota.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Job description
Job responsibilities
Location To be agreed
on appointment
A core
member of the Senior Operational Management Team responsible for a diverse
clinical services portfolio.
Support the
Divisional Director in leading on delivery of Trust-wide transformation agenda.
Accountable
for key aspects within a single clinical division with shared responsibility
for quality, contractual and financial performance of the division.
Ensure
delivery of clinical efficiencies, cost improvement and continuous improvement
as core deliverables.
Line
management of a number of clinical and non-clinical staff.
As a
member of the senior operational management team, the postholder will exercise
responsibilities at divisional level and deputise for the Divisional Director
as required.
Will
participate in extended working hours including evenings and weekends as part
of the first on-call rota.
FOR FULL JOB DESCRIPTION SEE ATTACHMENT
Person Specification
Physical Skills
Essential
- Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post
- Able to participate in an on-call rota
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years significant and relevant senior management experience of several functions e.g. specialist business functions, staff management and financial management in an NHS organisation
- Experience of business and corporate planning and drafting complex business cases
- A track record/portfolio of evidence of ongoing continuous managerial, educational and professional development
- Evidence of managing complex resource issues (human and financial)
- Demonstrable experience of effective change management resulting in improved outcomes
- Experience of managing conflict
- Evidence of working effectively with Clinicians
- A track record of managing innovation and service improvement
- Experience of complaints management and resolution
- Proven ability to manage complex and changing workload which includes the ability to identify and resolve conflicting priorities within tight timeframes
- A proven track record as a change agent
- Evidence of the ability to manage within financial balance
- Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple complex projects to tight deadlines
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of first class interpersonal skills and the ability to use them to work effectively to motivate and develop staff
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Proven ability to work across organisational boundaries
- Experience of gathering and analyzing complex information
- Excellent computer skills
- Demonstrable ability to compile reports from complex information and deliver presentations
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Demonstrable knowledge of issues within the current NHS agenda and recent reforms
- Demonstrable knowledge of risk management processes and clinical governance
- Understanding of research and audit based nursing practice
Desirable
- IT skills and knowledge
- Experience of audit and research
Attributes
Essential
- Maturity/self-awareness
- Commitment to team working
- Self-starter with vision and drive
- Skilled communicator
- Creative/lateral thinker
- Flexible approach to work
- Enthusiastic/motivated
- Good health and attendance record
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree qualification or evidence of being on the Masters pathway or equivalent experience
- Recognised management or leadership qualification or working towards
- ILM or other Management Training
Desirable
- Recruitment and Selection Course
- Management Development course
Person Specification
Physical Skills
Essential
- Must be able to meet the travel requirements of the post
- Able to participate in an on-call rota
Experience
Essential
- Minimum of 3 years significant and relevant senior management experience of several functions e.g. specialist business functions, staff management and financial management in an NHS organisation
- Experience of business and corporate planning and drafting complex business cases
- A track record/portfolio of evidence of ongoing continuous managerial, educational and professional development
- Evidence of managing complex resource issues (human and financial)
- Demonstrable experience of effective change management resulting in improved outcomes
- Experience of managing conflict
- Evidence of working effectively with Clinicians
- A track record of managing innovation and service improvement
- Experience of complaints management and resolution
- Proven ability to manage complex and changing workload which includes the ability to identify and resolve conflicting priorities within tight timeframes
- A proven track record as a change agent
- Evidence of the ability to manage within financial balance
- Ability to work under pressure, managing multiple complex projects to tight deadlines
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of first class interpersonal skills and the ability to use them to work effectively to motivate and develop staff
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Proven ability to work across organisational boundaries
- Experience of gathering and analyzing complex information
- Excellent computer skills
- Demonstrable ability to compile reports from complex information and deliver presentations
- Evidence of leadership skills
- Demonstrable knowledge of issues within the current NHS agenda and recent reforms
- Demonstrable knowledge of risk management processes and clinical governance
- Understanding of research and audit based nursing practice
Desirable
- IT skills and knowledge
- Experience of audit and research
Attributes
Essential
- Maturity/self-awareness
- Commitment to team working
- Self-starter with vision and drive
- Skilled communicator
- Creative/lateral thinker
- Flexible approach to work
- Enthusiastic/motivated
- Good health and attendance record
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters Degree qualification or evidence of being on the Masters pathway or equivalent experience
- Recognised management or leadership qualification or working towards
- ILM or other Management Training
Desirable
- Recruitment and Selection Course
- Management Development course
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