Operational Service Manager

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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Job summary

We are looking for a confident and enthusiastic Operational Manager to work within our well established General Surgery services. The post will be cross site, requiring you to work in both York and Scarborough Hospitals. You will be an experienced and compassionate leader, supporting operational, administrative and clinical teams to deliver high quality care in General Surgery services.

You will have an interest in service improvement and will be a responsive and autonomous leader. The post will provide you with an opportunity to work closely with colleagues enhancing General Surgery pathways and ensuring timely access to acute and planned care. You will benefit from the support of your peer managers, clinical leads and the senior management team.

In joining the Trust, you will have access to a wide range of staff benefits including health and wellbeing support, finance schemes and discounts.

If you would like to further information, please do not hesitate to contact us for an informal chat about the role.

Main duties of the job

You will be responsible for the operational management of GI Services within the surgical directorate delivering high quality, effective and efficient care to patients.

The post holder will report to the Senior Operational Manager for Surgery Services and work in partnership with senior colleagues within the Care Group and the wider Trust, to ensure delivery of the portfolio of services and activities within a clinically and financially sustainable model.

The post holder will be responsible for the day-to-day line management of administration and clerical functions within the Care Group.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

23 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

419-6657014-OSM-S

Job locations

York Hospital

Wigginton Road

York

YO31 8HE

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityou application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive fromdifferent backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part ofseekingto become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promoteSaBRE- Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, thisremainsour best defence to protect our patients,ourselvesand everyone else.

Job description

Job responsibilities

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You areadvised to submityou application at the earliest opportunity.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

Our Trust continues to strongly encourage our staff to be vaccinated against COVID19, thisremainsour best defence to protect our patients,ourselvesand everyone else.

Person Specification

Skills & Attributes

Essential

Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing demands
Able to influence, negotiate and build working relationships.
Good IT skills
Ability to cope with high levels of pressure

Desirable

High degree of report writing skills.

Experience & Knowledge Required

Essential

Experience of management in the NHS, including operational management , budgetary management and service improvement

Desirable

Experience as well as knowledge of all activity targets and managing waiting lists

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

Graduate/Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

Management qualification
Study at Master's level

Aptitude & Personal Qualities

Essential

Excellent time management
I have an active and passionate interest in and knowledge of issues affecting the NHS

Person Specification

Skills & Attributes

Essential

Strong prioritisation skills with the ability to manage competing demands
Able to influence, negotiate and build working relationships.
Good IT skills
Ability to cope with high levels of pressure

Desirable

High degree of report writing skills.

Experience & Knowledge Required

Essential

Experience of management in the NHS, including operational management , budgetary management and service improvement

Desirable

Experience as well as knowledge of all activity targets and managing waiting lists

Education, Qualifications and Training

Essential

Graduate/Degree level qualification or equivalent experience

Desirable

Management qualification
Study at Master's level

Aptitude & Personal Qualities

Essential

Excellent time management
I have an active and passionate interest in and knowledge of issues affecting the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.