Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a forward thinking, motivated and energetic operational manager to join a vibrant and committed team within Theatres and Anaesthetics Operational team . This is for a permanent position within the Business Unit.
The successful candidate will lead on the overall operational, financial and strategic agenda for these areas.
Main duties of the job
You will bring excellent team working abilities and communication skills with the enthusiasm to continually develop both yourself and the service. You will have a successful track record of project management and service development in a complex environment with a proven ability to engage and lead teams through change. Your organisation skills will be outstanding and you will have previous experience of business management and data analysis.
The business unit offers an environment to work in that has enthusiastic , hard working and compassionate leadership team. The team comprises of operational managers and matrons supported by excellent finance, HR, IT and administrative teams.
The team strives to continuously improve services with patients and their carers being at the centre of this. The leadership team works hard but will provide a supportive and fun working environment to work in.
Closing date of applications: 01 September 2026
Interview date: 15 September 2026
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
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Applicant requirements
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Proven record of robust performance management demonstrable experience of working in a operational manager post
- Excellent problem solving skills using team when appropriate
- Experience within the Healthcare sector at senior manager level including operational responsibility for complex specialities and services
- Evidence of ability to lead and motivate a team
Desirable
- Experience of strategic planning
Qualifications
Essential
- First degree or equivalent experience
- Evidence of CPD
Desirable
- Masters Level Qualification
Financial resources
Essential
- Experience of managing revenue budgets and resource management
Desirable
- Evidence of delivering a cost improvement within a service
Planning and organising skills
Essential
- Evidence of involvement in business planning and service development
- Evidence ability to adjust plans and actions according to priority and need
- Excellent time management with ability to meet tight deadlines
Desirable
- Understanding and expereince of workforce planning
- Ability to assess the need for service developments and developing future services
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This advert is for Deputy General Manager with University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust in Royal Derby Hospital. It is listed as a Band 8 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £57,528 - £64,750 pro rata pa. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Sep 2026.
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