Job summary As the Deputy Operational Manager for Theatres and HSDU you will be responsible for the quality of care delivered in a busy theatre unit over the 24hr period. You will ensure that perioperative care delivery is of a high standard, evidence based, and patient centred. You will set, monitor and maintain quality perioperative care standards in accordance with national guidance. You will provide visible and accessible leadership to the service; upholding professional standards and always working within the NMC/HPC Code of Professional Conduct and in line with Trust Policy and Procedures. Actively promoting good communication and working collaboratively you will support, assist and contribute to the achievement of departmental, directorate and Trust key quality indicators and objectives Hours per week: 37.5 Main duties of the job You will work within the clinical and financial frameworks of the organisation and working with the Matron for Planned Care will take the lead on associated policy development for theatres and the directorate; and will ensure effective and efficient use of theatre and directorate resources. You will provide line management and provide operational leadership for the departments on a day to day basis, including staff working on internal rotation on night duty and at weekends. Accountable for the quality of care delivered within the theatre department on a 24hour basis. Act as a visible leader within Theatres and HSDU providing leadership that enables professional decision making and effective team working, direct responsibility for line management of specialist area of responsibility. Co-ordination of the unit on a day to day basis including planning, allocation and evaluation of work carried out by teams or individuals and self. About us It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve. COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring. Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert. Date posted 15 April 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 209-A-25-7121782 Job locations Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Job description Job responsibilities Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information. Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification). Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications. We look forward to receiving your application. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nursing Current NMC Registration Teaching and assessing qualification Registered ODP, current HPC registration Post qualification registration Knowledge and Skills Essential Demonstrable experience of effective working in a Theatre unit at a senior level Demonstrable evidence of effective leadership skills Demonstrable evidence of staff development Demonstrable evidence of change management Evidence of application of current healthcare issues and developments Evidence of participation in audit and research Evidence of developing standards of nursing care through clinical benchmarking Understanding and application of healthcare governance Excellent communication skills Supportive of colleagues Enthusiastic and motivated with the ability to motivate the team High level of personal and professional credibility Committed to delivering high standards of patient care Act as role model for all staff Proficient IT skills, including e-mail and word processing Desirable Evidence of effective Theatre Unit management at a senior level Experience Essential Previous experience at a senior level in theatre practice Specific Job Requirement Essential Willingness to act in a manner conducive to our Trust Values Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Nursing Current NMC Registration Teaching and assessing qualification Registered ODP, current HPC registration Post qualification registration Knowledge and Skills Essential Demonstrable experience of effective working in a Theatre unit at a senior level Demonstrable evidence of effective leadership skills Demonstrable evidence of staff development Demonstrable evidence of change management Evidence of application of current healthcare issues and developments Evidence of participation in audit and research Evidence of developing standards of nursing care through clinical benchmarking Understanding and application of healthcare governance Excellent communication skills Supportive of colleagues Enthusiastic and motivated with the ability to motivate the team High level of personal and professional credibility Committed to delivering high standards of patient care Act as role model for all staff Proficient IT skills, including e-mail and word processing Desirable Evidence of effective Theatre Unit management at a senior level Experience Essential Previous experience at a senior level in theatre practice Specific Job Requirement Essential Willingness to act in a manner conducive to our Trust Values Other Role Requirements Essential Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name East Cheshire NHS Trust Address Macclesfield District General Hospital Victoria Road, Macclesfield SK10 3BL Employer's website https://www.eastcheshire.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)