Job overview
Are you an ambitious and inspiring operational leader ready to make a lasting impact on patient care? East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking an exceptional Deputy Divisional Director of Operations to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal time of transformation and innovation.
We are currently recruiting across two areas: Women’s and Children’s Services and Diagnostics, Anaesthetics and Surgery (DAS).
Please clearly indicate within your application which department/post you are interested in.
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare services across one of the largest integrated trusts in the South East. Working alongside senior clinical and executive leaders, you will drive operational excellence, lead complex service improvements, and play a key role in delivering outstanding care for our communities.
As a trusted senior lead, you will influence major decisions, champion innovation, and lead high-performing teams through change and improvement. Whether it’s improving patient flow, reducing waiting times, enhancing productivity, or transforming pathways of care, your leadership will directly contribute to better outcomes for thousands of patients every day.
Join us and help shape the next chapter of healthcare delivery in East Sussex.
Together, we can deliver excellence, inspire change, and improve lives.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve working closely with the Divisional Director of Operations. You will be working in a tri or quadrumvirate, leading the Care Groups in Division with the Clinical Director and Head of Nursing and Clinical Professions to oversee specific service improvement projects, as well as supporting the implementation of the Divisional strategy and day-to-day operational management of the division.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about delivering exceptional services, and are looking for a role that combines strategic influence with visible operational impact, we would love to hear from you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
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This advert is for Deputy Divisional Director of Operations with East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust in St Leonards On Sea, South East, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £79,504 - £91,609 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 16 Jun 2026.
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