Job summary All SLaM services are delivered through one of two types of Operations Directorate: Borough Operations Directorates that deliver core services for the relevant Borough. Older Adult and CAMHS services are Trust-wide Operations Directorates providing services to all relevant service users National & specialist services not operated in an alliance are hosted in the Operations Directorates best able to support and deliver the service. All Operations Directorates work closely with newly formed Clinical Academic Groups that are responsible for pathway design, clinical research and other academic activity. Operations Directorates and CAGs are both supported by HR, finance, commercial, contracts, BI, ICT and academic science. This role will lead the operation, finance, workforce and strategic elements of Croydon Borough Services and B&D within SLaM. See JD for further details Main duties of the job o Responsible for the delivery of the Operational Directorate's strategy through development of robust business plans, setting of relevant operational targets and delivery of its activities within agreed budgets and standards.o Lead, with the medical and nursing lead and wider leadership team, theeffective working of governance structures, roles and responsibilities based on multi- disciplinary approaches.o Ensure there are effective relationships with the ICB (particularly SWL and SEL), Integrated Care Systems, Croydon "Place", the SL Partnership, Local authorities and other external stakeholders.o Ensure mechanisms are in place to involve key stakeholders in service planning and delivery, to develop culturally sensitive services acceptable to an ethnically diverse inner city population and to ensure fair access to services irrespective of gender, sexuality, religion, culture, race or disability.o To contribute to the effective management and development of the Trust and wider partners (including KHP and the SLP) and ensure the Operational Directorate and its interests are effectively represented.o To host Trust-wide and National Specialist services. All hosted services will be managed by the Director with the same responsibilities as all other Operational Directorate, however the exact portfolio hosted is under review and may be subject to change in line with organisational development processes. See JD for further details About us We are committed to ensuring our staff get the most out of their benefits package and understand the importance of a healthy work life balance. There is an extensive range of excellent benefits for you and your family. We want you to feel like you are part of a close knit team at SLaM. It's important to us that you valued and appreciated therefore have a comprehensive benefits package on offer Some of our amazing benefits are highlighted here: - Generous pay, pensions and annual leave. - Work life balance and supportive of a range of flexible working options - Career development, There are plenty of opportunities to progress your career and we support your development through a number of programmes such as mentoring, coaching, positive people management, collective leadership and other talent programmes - Car lease, our staff benefits from competitive deals to lease cars - Accommodation, our staff benefits from keyworker housing available which is available on selected sites - NHS discounts, with discounts up to 10% from a variety of well-known retail brands though Health Service Discounts website. Other benefits include: o Counselling services o Wellbeing events o Long service awards o Cycle to work scheme o Season ticket loan o Staff restaurants Date posted 08 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 9 Salary £111,120 to £127,006 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 334-NCL-6771576-TA Job locations Bethlem Royal Hospital Monks Orchard Road Beckenham BR3 3BX Job description Job responsibilities This role will lead the operation, performance, finance, workforce and strategic elements of the operational directorate. Croydon and B&DP is a SLaM Operations Directorate which delivers the care required by the population served by the Trust. Care provision is specified by: the contracts in place with commissioners; the activity of cost and volume services; commercial agreements with third parties; any other agreements with the Trust, which may include research activityOperations Directorate requirements are specified in a performance envelope which will be derived each year from all contracted quality standards, activity volumes and financial values. Each Operations Directorate is designed to deliver against its specific performance envelope and agreed on an annual basis, therefore the makeup of the Borough will change as services and demand for services change. See JD for further details Job description Job responsibilities This role will lead the operation, performance, finance, workforce and strategic elements of the operational directorate. Croydon and B&DP is a SLaM Operations Directorate which delivers the care required by the population served by the Trust. Care provision is specified by: the contracts in place with commissioners; the activity of cost and volume services; commercial agreements with third parties; any other agreements with the Trust, which may include research activityOperations Directorate requirements are specified in a performance envelope which will be derived each year from all contracted quality standards, activity volumes and financial values. Each Operations Directorate is designed to deliver against its specific performance envelope and agreed on an annual basis, therefore the makeup of the Borough will change as services and demand for services change. See JD for further details Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to degree level or equivalent experience oManagement qualification and/or extensive knowledge and expertise acquired through training and experience up to doctoral level Knowledge/Skills Essential Evidence of excellent leadership and management skills A deep understanding of health care provision together with awareness and appreciation of current NHS policy and priorities, particularly in relation to mental health Understanding of the concepts of service user empowerment, recovery and social inclusion Analyses, interprets and evaluates complex data and draws logical and sound conclusions. Grasps complex problems, understands immediate and long term implications of decisions and has creative approach to problem solving Experience Essential Significant experience of management at senior level, meeting objectives and performance management targets Experience of contributing to the development and implementation of strategy A proven track record of managing large budgets and resolving conflicting priorities Experience of change management and the development of new initiatives Experience of delivering in a large and complex organisation and working collaboratively with other organisations Person Specification Qualifications Essential oEducated to degree level or equivalent experience oManagement qualification and/or extensive knowledge and expertise acquired through training and experience up to doctoral level Knowledge/Skills Essential Evidence of excellent leadership and management skills A deep understanding of health care provision together with awareness and appreciation of current NHS policy and priorities, particularly in relation to mental health Understanding of the concepts of service user empowerment, recovery and social inclusion Analyses, interprets and evaluates complex data and draws logical and sound conclusions. Grasps complex problems, understands immediate and long term implications of decisions and has creative approach to problem solving Experience Essential Significant experience of management at senior level, meeting objectives and performance management targets Experience of contributing to the development and implementation of strategy A proven track record of managing large budgets and resolving conflicting priorities Experience of change management and the development of new initiatives Experience of delivering in a large and complex organisation and working collaboratively with other organisations 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust Address Bethlem Royal Hospital Monks Orchard Road Beckenham BR3 3BX Employer's website https://www.slam.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)