Operations and performance Manager Southampton, England
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a full-time permanent band 8a Operations Manager for Cancer Performance to join the University Hospital Cancer Performance and MDT department.
You will have a proven track record of service delivery and have significant NHS operational management experience in a dynamic, patient-focused environment. All-round first-class communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to work under pressure, at times managing several conflicting priorities. Excellent staff management skills and experience in managing cancer pathways to achieve key performance targets are required. You will work in partnership with the multidisciplinary team members.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track record of performance-driven service management experience in the NHS and will be looking for the opportunity to develop their skills
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on-site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- To manage administrative and MDT teams within the cancer centre and MDT team
- Deliver appraisal and oversee mandatory training requirements for all staff within these teams
- Assist the cancer performance management to ensure adherence to cancer waiting times guidance
- Support the governance arrangements within the team including audits, complaints, incidents, risks and health and safety
- To be responsible to the Cancer Centre Manager for financial performance relating to delegated budgets and operational performance of the MDT team
- Represent the Cancer Centre Manager as required
- Minimum of 1st degree or equivalent
- Management qualification/relevant experience
- Evidence of continuing personal development
- Track record of successfully working in a multi-disciplinary team
- Significant experience working in the NHS in a management position
- Staff management and supervision of or leading a team
- Introducing new ways of working
- Experience in project management and ability to work to deadlines
