Service Manager Oncology & Haematology - Maternity Cover

Job summary

The post holds a lead role for the countywide operational and budgetary management and strategic planning of the Oncology and Haematology services.

This post is the senior responsible individual for overall assurance that all services are focussed on ensuring the most effective and efficient use of resources to deliver a high quality service that achieves the required performance targets in line with the Trust core values.

The post holder will be expected to provide clear leadership and direction on improvement of patient services, working with the multi-disciplinary team. They will also be expected to ensure that the services provided are responsive to patient needs, that planning of services, involving patients and users, and reflect the diverse population served.

Main duties of the job

Ensure effective communication in place with all team members, including team briefs to ensure staff are well informed of corporate strategic and operational objectives as required.

Plan and participate in service development and the creation of robust service level agreements as part of the commissioning process.

Be responsible for and provide clear direction on modernisation and improvement of patient services.

Responsible for the delivery, monitoring and reporting of all national performance standards and develop and lead the recovery plans against areas of under-performance across as required

Ensure risk register for all services are fully up to date and that there is clear mitigation and action plans against any identified risks

Exert tight financial control over the budget using effective delegation of responsibility to department budget holders and the engagement of clinicians in financial issues

Focus on addressing key workforce issues, including recruitment and retention, and training and development. This will involve workforce planning and role redesign to incorporate common core competencies and skills to meet changing multi-agency service delivery models

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.