Job summary To provide managerial leadership to the Division. To ensure that organisational, local and national performance requirements are met. Ensure services and performance are delivered in the most efficient manner. Ensure that resources are deployed in the most efficient manner. Be a key influence in the Division for all colleagues to provide transformational change. Ensure that communication within the Division and from the Division to other areas of the Trust is an engaging two-way constructive process. Line manager to the Directorate Managers within the Division. Lead on cross-Divisional programmes of work on behalf of the Director of Operations. Deputise for the Director of Operations as required, Required to participate in the Trust's On-Call Rota. Support the delivery of 7 day working through this role and service provided by the Division Main duties of the job Key Result Areas The Deputy Director of Operations will ensure the care provided in the Division is of sufficient quality, meets the needs of our patients, and is delivered within the resources available in the following domains by: Leadership Providing a managerial role model within the Division and across the Trust, and externally in line with the Trust values. Quality of Care and Patient Experience Ensuring that processes are in place to ensure clinical guidelines and standards are implemented, delivered and maintained. Clinical Governance Ensuring processes are in place to identify, describe, rate, mitigate and manage risks within the Division which complement and adhere to organisational and external requirements. Performance and Information Ensuring that the performance required of the Division is delivered in line with Trust and external expectations Business and Finance Agreeing, monitoring and managing of Divisional budgets. Workforce Leading, motivating and developing all staff in the Division. Personal Development Develop and maintain strong working relationships within the Trust and across the NHS. About us At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace. As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by ourflexible working optionsand by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise. As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information -inclusive practice people promise. Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values. Please click below to view our EDI page:Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk) Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8c Salary £74,290 to £85,601 a year Per Annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 253-0225-6962595 Job locations Russell's Hall Hospital Pensnett Estate Dudley DY1 2HQ Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Job description Job responsibilities Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake. Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Educated to degree level in relevant field or equivalent level of management experience Post graduate management qualification Skills and Experience Essential Recent NHS management experience Experience of developing and providing regular reports to managers and management committees, on progress against activity and other targets so that performance variances can be highlighted. Desirable Broad understanding of the NHS and key policy issues that affect business performance Awareness of Strategic management processes and their application Interests and motivation to the job Essential Desire to succeed and make a real impact on the quality of care and efficiency of services provided Committed to achievement of overall trust performance and willing to challenge practice / behaviors that undermine the need to work as one team within the Trust Personal Qualities Essential Ability to lead and manage teams through change First class interpersonal skills with ability to gain and sustain credibility with clinicians / managers Person Specification Qualifications & Education Essential Educated to degree level in relevant field or equivalent level of management experience Post graduate management qualification Skills and Experience Essential Recent NHS management experience Experience of developing and providing regular reports to managers and management committees, on progress against activity and other targets so that performance variances can be highlighted. Desirable Broad understanding of the NHS and key policy issues that affect business performance Awareness of Strategic management processes and their application Interests and motivation to the job Essential Desire to succeed and make a real impact on the quality of care and efficiency of services provided Committed to achievement of overall trust performance and willing to challenge practice / behaviors that undermine the need to work as one team within the Trust Personal Qualities Essential Ability to lead and manage teams through change First class interpersonal skills with ability to gain and sustain credibility with clinicians / managers 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust Address Russell's Hall Hospital Pensnett Estate Dudley DY1 2HQ Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)