Job summary The Assistant General Manager is a key leadership/management role within the cluster management structure and provides both operational and strategic support to the General Manager. Main duties of the job The post holder will have delegated responsibility from the General Manager for managing the day to day operations of the services, working closely with the Clinical Director/Clinical Leads/ServiceManagers and Matrons. Working with the support of the General Manager the post holder will ensure that effective and efficient structures are in place to ensure that all standards of patient care are met and associatedrisk and governance matters are managed. The post holder will support the General Manager in developing efficient and effective patient centred services, meeting key financial and operational performance targets, and putting in place effective processes for delivering national / local targets,reviewing the efficiency and effectiveness of services in terms of cost effectiveness and financialflows. The post holder will deputise for the General Manager and will be on the on call rota for the Trust. About us Developmentand staff wellbeing Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation. To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nurseryat Kingston Hospital,wellbeingpractitioners,regular wellbeing classes,dedicatedstaffphysiotherapist, comprehensiveoccupationalhealth services, 24/7employeeassistanceprogramme, and a range of other support and activities. We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards. Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you. Date posted 20 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £67,950 to £78,028 a year pa incl. HCAS Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 396-NN-6919830-Y Job locations Kingston Hospital Galsworthy Road Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification Job description Job responsibilities Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification Person Specification Experience Essential Broad range of management experience to include the management of a large multi-disciplinary group of staff - part of which to have been in the NHS Desirable Masters level education Experience Essential A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a high quality service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams Experience Essential Demonstrable ability to lead and influence Qualifications Essential Recognised post-graduate management qualification or equivalent experience Experience Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levels; and deliver complex, conten Experience Essential A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a high quality service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams. Person Specification Experience Essential Broad range of management experience to include the management of a large multi-disciplinary group of staff - part of which to have been in the NHS Desirable Masters level education Experience Essential A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a high quality service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams Experience Essential Demonstrable ability to lead and influence Qualifications Essential Recognised post-graduate management qualification or equivalent experience Experience Essential Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise and negotiate effectively at all levels; and deliver complex, conten Experience Essential A proven record of success in managing significant operational / strategic change whilst also developing and maintaining the provision of a high quality service, within a clinical setting, with multidisciplinary teams. 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 Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust Address Kingston Hospital Galsworthy Road Kingston upon Thames KT2 7QB Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)