Delivery and Improvement Working closely with the Business Support Unit to ensure consistent delivery of activity so that income is maximised and targets delivered. Continually monitor capacity and rigorously manage consultant leave so that supply is always appropriate to demand, and premium rate costs are managed out of the system. To work with other clinical service units and Divisions to deliver corporacy and consistency across Divisional areas. Ensure that the Service Unit works to deliver Improving Working Lives standards, Agenda for Change, European Working Time Directive and New Deal for Junior Doctors. The post holder will be expected to deputise for colleagues as appropriate to level of skills and service unit requirements. Responsible for the day to day efficient and effective operational management of area, linking appropriately with clinical and multidisciplinary staff in all matters affecting the delivery of core services. To establish and build agreements within the team to ensure the delivery of the services provided. Respond to daily problems and ensure issues are swiftly resolved; implement longer term solutions to issues raised. Work closely with the Matrons and Allied Health Professionals to ensure effective support services are in place for all clinical areas. Ensure facilities and other resources are available to meet service needs, including analysing and managing space requirements. Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to as required by the Trust. Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post. When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.