An exciting opportunity has arisen to work within the Diabetes & Endocrine management team in Morriston Hospital. Applications are invited from suitably experienced and qualified individuals for the post of Band 5 Directorate Support Manager.
The role will require an individual who is confident in working alone but in collaboration with, and to the benefit of, the wider Directorate as part of a small management team. As such, the ability to communicate, work flexibly across roles and have an understanding of the perspectives of others is essential. The ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines without supervision is fundamental to this role.
Experience of working within a similar role is desirable, but an ability to lead by example in terms of an enthusiastic attitude and willingness to progress areas of work is also very important. The applicants must possess demonstrable experience of working in busy administrative environments and be experienced in a wide range of IT packages in order to support staff.
The applicants will be required to have a flexible approach towards the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
To line manage the Administrative Staff within the directorate to provide support to the Service Managers in the delivery of safe, efficient, effective and timely patient care across the Directorate.
To provide direct day-to-day operational support to the Service Managers in the provision of quality services within budget and that all opportunities for the continuous development and improvement of the service are appropriately considered and pursued.
To support the Service Managers in addressing urgent situations as and when they arise and know how to prioritise their workload.
To provide direct day-to-day operational support to the Service Managers in the delivery of all waiting list targets. Ensuring effective day to day operational management in accordance with best practice.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post. Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
* Educated to degree level or demonstrable ability to learn or equivalent experience
* Evidence of recent CPD
Experience
Essential
* Previous line management of staff
* Previous NHS experience
Desirable
* Experience using NHS systems
Aptitude and Abilities
Essential
* Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills
Desirable
* Ability to speak Welsh
Other
Essential
* Ability to motivate and promote team working
* Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure
* Adaptable and flexible
* Problem solving skills
* Ability to manage competing priorities
Employer details
Employer name
Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address
Morriston Hospital
Heol Maes Eglwys
Swansea
SA6 6NL
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