Job summary
Are you a bold and driven clinical leader with a passion for surgical innovation and operational excellence? This is your chance to join one of the UK's most forward-thinking NHS trusts. We're looking for an exceptional Clinical Operations Manager to lead our Main Theatres and Elective Surgery Unit - a pivotal role at the heart of patient care delivery and surgical performance.
You'll be leading from the front, empowering teams, modernising theatre services, and ensuring our high-performing units continue to deliver top-tier care and outcomes. If you thrive under pressure, lead with heart, and aren't afraid to challenge the status quo, we want to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Oversee the operational management of nine state-of-the-art theatres at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate perioperative care.
Drive strategic improvements in service delivery, patient flow, and clinical innovation.
Take the lead on procurement, product evaluation, and cost-saving initiatives.
Inspire a culture of learning and professional development through training, coaching, and mentorship.
Collaborate with transformation and modernisation leads to shape the future of surgical services.
Ensure safe staffing, effective rostering, and smooth daily operations across theatre suites.
Champion evidence-based care and lead continuous quality improvement projects.
About us
Join a trust that's breaking boundaries in surgical care:
National Recognition - Featured by Sky News and NHS Providers for innovation in elective recovery and waiting list management.
Advanced Technology - Robotic surgery is now live at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary.
Pioneering Excellence - One of the first Trusts in England accredited as a GIRFT surgical hub.
Award-Winning Team - Finalist for the 2023 HSJ Performance Recovery Award.
Supportive Culture - Work in an environment that promotes compassionate leadership, transparency, and innovation.
At CHFT, we don't just adapt to change, we lead it.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As our new Clinical Operations Manager, youll be a vital force in shaping surgical care across our Trust. Youll:
Provide visible, effective leadership across all perioperative services at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Manage resources and budgets while ensuring safe and effective clinical operations. Identify areas for service improvement and lead the implementation of innovative solutions. Promote a safe, open culture that encourages reporting and learning from incidents. Play a central role in recruitment, succession planning, and team development. Represent the theatre service at Trust-wide and regional forums, sharing best practice and learning.
Sound like your next move?Apply now to become a part of CHFT a trust where leaders are developed, talent is recognised, and innovation is the norm. Shape the future of surgical services in West Yorkshire and take your career to the next level.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As our new Clinical Operations Manager, youll be a vital force in shaping surgical care across our Trust. Youll:
Provide visible, effective leadership across all perioperative services at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary. Manage resources and budgets while ensuring safe and effective clinical operations. Identify areas for service improvement and lead the implementation of innovative solutions. Promote a safe, open culture that encourages reporting and learning from incidents. Play a central role in recruitment, succession planning, and team development. Represent the theatre service at Trust-wide and regional forums, sharing best practice and learning.
Sound like your next move?Apply now to become a part of CHFT a trust where leaders are developed, talent is recognised, and innovation is the norm. Shape the future of surgical services in West Yorkshire and take your career to the next level.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- First level registration
- Recognised teaching and assessing skills
- Mentorship / Preceptorship Qualification
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Evidence of recent education in relevant field
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Degree in health care
- Leadership training
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience and hold a Band 6 post within an operating theatre department
- Managerial experience in managing others
- Ability to influence and motivate others
- Negotiating skills and ability to resolve conflict
- Ability to make decisions and be accountable for them
- Ability to compile, analyse and disseminate complex information and data (written and verbal)
- Experience in managing complaints and negative feedback on incidents and product changes
- Active understanding of patient flow and site co-ordinator responsibilities
- Evidence of effective leadership and developmental work
- Financial awareness and awareness of internal budgetary requirements
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrate commitment to CPD
- Education & Training skills
- Self-motivating and the ability to influence others
- Excellent report writing and presentations skills
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS / TRAINING
Essential
- First level registration
- Recognised teaching and assessing skills
- Mentorship / Preceptorship Qualification
- Recognised teaching qualification
- Evidence of recent education in relevant field
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
- Degree in health care
- Leadership training
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE & EXPERTISE
Essential
- Substantial post registration experience and hold a Band 6 post within an operating theatre department
- Managerial experience in managing others
- Ability to influence and motivate others
- Negotiating skills and ability to resolve conflict
- Ability to make decisions and be accountable for them
- Ability to compile, analyse and disseminate complex information and data (written and verbal)
- Experience in managing complaints and negative feedback on incidents and product changes
- Active understanding of patient flow and site co-ordinator responsibilities
- Evidence of effective leadership and developmental work
- Financial awareness and awareness of internal budgetary requirements
COMMUNICATION AND RELATIONSHIPS (INCLUDING MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES)
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines whilst paying attention to detail
- Ability to work under pressure
- Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
- Problem solving and analytical skills
- Demonstrate commitment to CPD
- Education & Training skills
- Self-motivating and the ability to influence others
- Excellent report writing and presentations skills
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.
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.
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).
