Job summary We are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, hardworking and well-motivated individual to join the management team within Medicine for 12 months maternity cover. The post holder will provide operational managerial support to the Neurology team. We would consider this a band 6 developmental post. This is a position with County-wide responsibilities and the successful applicant will be expected to split their time between Yeovil District Hospital and Musgrove Park Hospital according to the needs of the service. We are looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking person with excellent communication skills, who will be effective in working closely with clinical and non-clinical staff to support and optimise this service. Main duties of the job The post holder will support the Service Manager providing day to day operational management. You will undertake planned work and unplanned work to support the organisation and ensure sufficient capacity is found to meet demand. Your day to day work will involve working with the teams to drive their service forward, lead on cross county engagement, address operational issues as they arise and to support change. The successful individual will have the opportunity to work with many functions, supporting the delivery of the service and the implementation of new ways of working. You will assist in meeting performance management requirements across the service. Experience of effective working within teams is essential. About us As an organisation, the NHS offers a wide range of benefits including flexible working, fantastic pension contributions, market leading annual leave allowance, career progression and regular conversations, not to mention our Blue Light Card and NHS exclusive discounts.The benefits of working in Somerset include the idyllic countryside, with our areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines. You will get to enjoy these perks whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable. You will to experience the best of both in Somerset, the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 29 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Secondment Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 184-OL-OR-935 Job locations Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Job description Job responsibilities As the responsible senior management lead for the specialty area, actively promote a culture of care which reflects Somerset NHS Foundation Trust values and leadership behaviours. The Senior Operational Manager will be responsible for operational leadership and performance of services to continually improve service delivery. Responsibility includes supporting high quality patient care and achieving the most efficient and cost-effective use of resources. This includes the development and implementation of business plans, projects and service improvement changes. The Senior Operational Manager will lead and manage a number of supporting staff and will support the Service Manager in preparation of Service Group plans which will contribute to the Service Group strategy. To work collaboratively with others to identify and implement potential service improvements or developments. The Senior Operational Manager will support specific services within the Service Group including service development, review and implement policies and procedures. To work closely with the Service Director, Service Managers, other Managers, Clinical Directors, Specialty Leads, Associate Directors of Patient Care, Matrons, and Lead Specialist Nurses/Clinical Service Leads to implement the agreed business and service plans. Job description Job responsibilities As the responsible senior management lead for the specialty area, actively promote a culture of care which reflects Somerset NHS Foundation Trust values and leadership behaviours. The Senior Operational Manager will be responsible for operational leadership and performance of services to continually improve service delivery. Responsibility includes supporting high quality patient care and achieving the most efficient and cost-effective use of resources. This includes the development and implementation of business plans, projects and service improvement changes. The Senior Operational Manager will lead and manage a number of supporting staff and will support the Service Manager in preparation of Service Group plans which will contribute to the Service Group strategy. To work collaboratively with others to identify and implement potential service improvements or developments. The Senior Operational Manager will support specific services within the Service Group including service development, review and implement policies and procedures. To work closely with the Service Director, Service Managers, other Managers, Clinical Directors, Specialty Leads, Associate Directors of Patient Care, Matrons, and Lead Specialist Nurses/Clinical Service Leads to implement the agreed business and service plans. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or have equivalent qualifications/experience in operational service delivery and business management.Post graduate diploma in health service management/equivalent experience.Commitment to ongoing professional development Experience Essential Significant operational management experience within a complex organisation, working across organisational boundariesDemonstrable success in creating clear plans that can be flexible to the needs of the organisation, delivering change and performance through management and clinical teamsEvidence of engaging clinical teams in strategic discussions, establishing priorities and delivery plans, effective delegation, coaching, monitoring performance and giving feedback Additional Criteria Essential Driving licence with access to a vehicle. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level or have equivalent qualifications/experience in operational service delivery and business management.Post graduate diploma in health service management/equivalent experience.Commitment to ongoing professional development Experience Essential Significant operational management experience within a complex organisation, working across organisational boundariesDemonstrable success in creating clear plans that can be flexible to the needs of the organisation, delivering change and performance through management and clinical teamsEvidence of engaging clinical teams in strategic discussions, establishing priorities and delivery plans, effective delegation, coaching, monitoring performance and giving feedback Additional Criteria Essential Driving licence with access to a vehicle. 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. Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address Musgrove Park Hospital Musgrove Road Taunton Somerset TA1 5DA Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)