2577 - Service Manager

As Service Manager,you will collaborate closely with Clinical Leads, Matrons, and the ClinicalBusiness Unit (CBU) leadership team, which includes the Clinical Director,Associate Director of Operations, Associate Director of Nursing and Head ofMidwifery. In this role, youwill provide operational expertise, ensuring national and corporate targets areachieved and that strategic objectives are translated into actionable plans toconsistently deliver high-quality care. We are seeking ahighly skilled and accomplished individual who can drive forward our vision forcontinued improvement. To succeed in this role, you will need exceptionalinfluencing and negotiation abilities, a proven history of effectivecollaboration with clinical teams, and experience in meeting performancestandards and deadlines. The successfulcandidate will be part of the Clinical Business Unit for Womens, Paediatrics,and Clinical Services, and will have the Obstetrics & Gynaecologyand Acute Paediatrics portfolio. This is a fixedterm / Secondment Opportunity role for 12 months. For further information oran informal discussion about this position please contact Rachel Lumb R. Deputy Associate Director of Operations) or Paul Simpson (Associate Director of Operations). Main duties of the job As the Service Manager, you willensure the provision of high-quality care by managing your departmentsefficiently and effectively. Your responsibilities will include overseeingallocated financial resources, performing line management duties, and ensuringthe achievement of key performance indicators. Wewould love to hear from compassionate and enthusiastic managers who can comeand make a difference to our team and provide inspirational leadership,alongside day-to-day operational management., Please refer to the attachedJob Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities.

Experience Essential

• Significant operational management experience in a complex NHS setting
• Experience of project management
Values based questions, Essential
• Post graduate level certificate or equivalent in management (or working towards)
• Level of knowledge, training and experience which equates to masters level qualification
• Track record of undertaking and successfully completing change management
Knowledge and Awareness Desirable
• Awareness of 18 weeks
• Awareness of Choose and Book
• Knowledge and experience of hospital information systems
• Understanding of the environment and activity issues related to the CSUs.
• Knowledge of process redesign methodology
• Breadth of management across different health care settings
  
  Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close aposition early.
Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performingTrust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission(CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of ourstrategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring astrong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued byour local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. Itis moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through theorganisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part ofthe journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promotingequality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race,nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physicaldisability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check)for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s)through salary deduction., Essential
• In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important.
• In around 100 words please describe how you ensure you build and sustain positive working relationships within a team?