Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Gynae Oncology & Colposcopy team as Deputy Service Manager. If you are looking for a new challenge this is a fast-paced role with the opportunity for service development working closely with our clinical and administrative teams. We are also open to candidates looking for a developmental role with a keen interest in Cancer targets and would consider a Band 6 starting as an Assistant Support Manager with a 12 month development plan. We would support any candidate who wishes to progress their career in a supportive environment with training opportunities to prepare for the Deputy Service Manager role. Following an agreed plan the successful candidate will have been provided with the tools and knowledge to progress to the Band 7 Deputy Service Manager position.
The post holder will be responsible for the day to day operational management. This includes supporting the Service Manager, Clinical Director and Head of Nursing in the delivery of all performance targets, including waiting time targets, contracted activity levels, finance, standards and quality of services.
The post holder will support the Divisional service development and review programme and ensure that we provide the very best services to patients, utilising resources as effectively as possible.
The post holder will deputise for the Service Manager as required.
Main duties of the job
If you're a proactive, driven and detail oriented with a passion for service improvement and patient care, then this role is for you. Leading the day-to-day management of the Directorate you'll work with the Service Manager, Clinical Director in managing finance, HR and quality and safety issues in the Directorate. Reporting to the Service Manager, you are expected to identify and troubleshoot problems with the delivery of the service, whilst keeping disruption to a minimum. We are looking for individuals with an impressive track record of success who can think on their feet, make fast decisions in order to prevent disruption to a service. An excellent decision maker and communicator, you're happy to explain your rationale to a wide range of individuals including clinicians and senior managers.
In return, the team will help develop your career and provide you with opportunities to grow and be mentored by senior leaders within the NHS.
- Operational and performance management
- Financial awareness and delivery
- Service development and planning
- Management of staff
- Clinical Governance and quality
- Information and communication
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success.Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that youre even more equipped to make an informed decision to apply to us, youll need to take time to read the Candidate Essentials Guidethat sits with the Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides you with details about the Trust, our benefits and outlines how we care for you as you care for others. Most importantly, it also contains critical information youll need to be aware of before you submit an application form.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.
As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Diversity Matters
MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post.As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of local and national targets.
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
- Know of patient and hospital administration systems
Desirable
- Knowledge of national and local initiatives
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of recent continuous professional development
Desirable
- Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial management experience
- Experience of staff management
- Experience of managing change and developing practice
- Experience of developing innovative and lasting solutions to operational and performance issues
- Monitoring compliance with local and national performance and quality targets
Desirable
- Experience of theatres operational management
- Experience of finance and cost improvement programmes
- Experience of waiting list and activity monitoring against contract
Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse data and trends to draw conclusions and assist decision-making.
- Ability to motivate staff and demonstrate effective and positive leadership
- Demonstrable reporting writing and presentation skills.
- Effective verbal, written communication to clinical staff, patients, carers and work colleagues
- Up to date knowledge of administrative service areas including current issues in service delivery and patient pathways
Desirable
- Excellent management skills and ability to manage conflict
Person Specification
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of local and national targets.
- Understanding of confidentiality and data protection
- Know of patient and hospital administration systems
Desirable
- Knowledge of national and local initiatives
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of recent continuous professional development
Desirable
- Certificate in Management Studies or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Substantial management experience
- Experience of staff management
- Experience of managing change and developing practice
- Experience of developing innovative and lasting solutions to operational and performance issues
- Monitoring compliance with local and national performance and quality targets
Desirable
- Experience of theatres operational management
- Experience of finance and cost improvement programmes
- Experience of waiting list and activity monitoring against contract
Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse data and trends to draw conclusions and assist decision-making.
- Ability to motivate staff and demonstrate effective and positive leadership
- Demonstrable reporting writing and presentation skills.
- Effective verbal, written communication to clinical staff, patients, carers and work colleagues
- Up to date knowledge of administrative service areas including current issues in service delivery and patient pathways
Desirable
- Excellent management skills and ability to manage conflict
Additional information
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).
