We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Operations Manager to join our team within the Community Health Services, Dentistry & Primary Care directorate of Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust. You will be responsible for the operational management of Locality Therapy and Nursing services, contributing to planning, coordinating, delivering, and evaluating high-quality care. This role involves developing teams and services and ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.
We are looking for individuals who enjoy being pro-active, have the experience and skills required to lead a large team, and are passionate about patient care. If this sounds like your area of expertise and you're looking for a new opportunity where you can make a difference to community services, then we'd love to hear from you!
As our Operations Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of District Nursing and Community Therapy services in Oxfordshire. Your responsibilities will include:
1. Taking a lead role in developing teams and services.
2. Ensuring the delivery of high-quality care.
3. Contributing to planning, coordinating, budget management, workforce development, and delivering quality improvement.
This role will be part of the relevant service management team on-call rota and may involve working unsocial hours during evenings and weekends, as well as attending Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust meetings as required.
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health, and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath, and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, ensuring care is as close to home as possible.
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.”
Our values are: “Caring, safe, and excellent.”
At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
1. Excellent opportunities for career progression.
2. Access to tailored individual and Trust-wide learning and development.
3. 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service.
4. NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants, and retailers.
5. Competitive pension scheme.
6. Lease car scheme.
7. Cycle to work scheme.
8. Employee Assistance Programme.
9. Mental Health First Aiders.
10. Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply).
11. Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.
Ensure that the delivery of the clinical service develops in line with local and national strategic priorities, remains within budget, is equitable, and involves service users in any development.
Responsibilities include:
1. Line management of staff, including recruitment and ensuring all staff participate in appraisal, continuous professional development (CPD), and mandatory training.
2. Managing a delegated budget.
3. Leading specific Directorate/organisation project work.
4. Deputising and providing support for the Senior Operations Manager as required.
5. Working in partnership with Nurse and AHP clinical leads to ensure clinical standards and support matrix working.
Please refer to the job description and guidance notes attached for further information on this role.
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