Job overview
At present, University Hospitals of North Midlands is unable to offer visa sponsorship for Band 2 to Band 4 roles, as these positions do not meet the minimum salary and skill thresholds required under UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) regulations.
We have an exciting opportunity for anyone looking to progress their career in Management.
We are looking for two highly motivated and enthusiastic Junior Operational Services Manager's to join the General Surgery Management Team, within the Colorectal & UGI department.
This post offers an excellent opportunity for development, gaining exposure to a wide range of operational issues within the General Surgery Directorate.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for someone who would like to develop within a management role that is able to demonstrate excellent inter-personal and communication skills, with the ability to forge and maintain relationships. The ability to manage a busy workload, prioritise and focus on critical issues when decision making is essential.
The successful candidate will be expected to have some experience of working in an acute Trust and of operational management skills and experience of managing admin teams as part of current role.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We have put together a wide range of development packages aimed at ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Our goal is to be a world-class centre of achievement, where patients receive the highest standards of care and the best people come to learn, work and research.
Person specification
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Consistently professional, collaborative and compassionate in their approach. Works with patients and people at the fore – operates to a customer service ethos
- Takes responsibility and is accountable for delivering to their agree objectives
Desirable
- Supervisory experience of one or more persons in the work environment
- Commitment to own personal development, undertake necessary training
Essential Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs including English & Maths Grade A-C
Desirable
- Diploma/Degree in Management or health related subject
Knowledge, Skills, Training and Experience
Essential
- Leadership and team building skills
- Experience of working in an acute Trust
Desirable
- Able to develop strong multidisciplinary relationships
- Previous experience working in a Health Care environment.
- Ability to work in a demanding, pressured environment
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This advert is for *Internal Vacancy -Open to System* Junior Operational Services Manager with University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust in Stoke On Trent, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 4 Manager and corporate role. The advertised salary is £28,392 - £31,157 Per Annum. The contract type is 5 months (Fixed term until 31st December 2026). The application deadline is 03 Aug 2026.
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