# Operational Lead > NHS job listing from Job Clerk for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust. ## Canonical URLs - **HTML:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/operational-lead/df0feef5-70fb-47a8-93eb-7f4b1e26439c - **Markdown:** https://www.jobclerk.com/job/operational-lead/df0feef5-70fb-47a8-93eb-7f4b1e26439c.md ## Summary - **Status:** Live - **Employer:** Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust - **Town:** Leeds - **Region:** North East and Yorkshire - **Country:** England - **Profession:** Manager and corporate - **Grade:** Band 7 - **Salary:** £49,387 to £56,515 a year - **Contract type:** Fixed-Term - **Employment type:** Full-time - **Closing date:** 2026-06-11T23:59:00.000Z - **Posted:** 2026-06-03T14:22:11.758Z - **Source information URL:** https://www.jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/jobadvert/C9833-989-26?employerCode=C9833 - **Application URL:** https://careers.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk/members/modules/job/detail.php?record=989&ATSI=leedscommunityhealthcare&jobboard=NHS+Jobs+v4&c=vacancyposter - **Employer website:** https://www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk ## Job Content ### Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12-month fixed term / secondment for a full-time Band 7 Operational Lead within the Specialist Business Unit. The role covers a diverse portfolio of services, including the Community Cardiac Service, Community Intravenous Administration Service (CIVAS), Homeless Health Inclusion Team (HHIT), Respiratory Service, and TB Service. These multidisciplinary services comprise specialist nurses, physiotherapists, and support staff, working collaboratively with colleagues across Leeds Community Healthcare and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Operational Lead to work closely with the Operational Head of Service and clinical teams, providing effective operational management and leadership across this portfolio. Please note that the scope of services may evolve as the Trust progresses towards a neighbourhood model of care. ### Main duties of the job We are looking for a passionate, dynamic, and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can respond effectively to changing priorities. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working, and a clear interest in service development and fostering a positive team culture. You will be equally comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Applicants should have demonstrable experience in people management, including attendance management, recruitment, induction, workforce development, capacity and demand management, and supporting organisational change. This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 08:30 16:30. Informal enquiries are encouraged. For internal candidates please obtain permission from your current manager before applying for this role. For questions about the job role please contact Sue Wilson, Operational Head of Service, 07541 779849 / sue.wilson18@nhs.net This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust. ### About us Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust: Who are we? Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring. Perks of the job: Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab. Right to Work: This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply. ### Details - Date posted: 03 June 2026 - Pay scheme: Agenda for change - Band: Band 7 - Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year - Contract: Fixed term - Duration: 12 months - Working pattern: Full-time - Reference number: VP6B19EF61 - Job locations: Chapeltown Health Centre, Spencer Place, Leeds, LS7 4BB, United Kingdom ### Job responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section. ## Job Details An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 12-month fixed term / secondment for a full-time Band 7 Operational Lead within the Specialist Business Unit. The role covers a diverse portfolio of services, including the Community Cardiac Service, Community Intravenous Administration Service (CIVAS), Homeless Health Inclusion Team (HHIT), Respiratory Service, and TB Service. These multidisciplinary services comprise specialist nurses, physiotherapists, and support staff, working collaboratively with colleagues across Leeds Community Healthcare and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Operational Lead to work closely with the Operational Head of Service and clinical teams, providing effective operational management and leadership across this portfolio. Please note that the scope of services may evolve as the Trust progresses towards a neighbourhood model of care. ## Job Description We are looking for a passionate, dynamic, and adaptable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can respond effectively to changing priorities. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a collaborative approach to multidisciplinary working, and a clear interest in service development and fostering a positive team culture. You will be equally comfortable working independently and as part of a team. Applicants should have demonstrable experience in people management, including attendance management, recruitment, induction, workforce development, capacity and demand management, and supporting organisational change. This is a full-time position, working Monday to Friday, 08:30 16:30. Informal enquiries are encouraged. For internal candidates please obtain permission from your current manager before applying for this role. For questions about the job role please contact Sue Wilson, Operational Head of Service, 07541 779849 / sue.wilson18@nhs.net This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship from Leeds Community Healthcare Trust. ## Responsibilities Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section. ## Person Specification ### General Requirements **Essential** - Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section. **Desirable** - Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached in the supporting documents section. ## Documents - [Job Description.doc (DOC, 194 KB)](document:2945692) ## Agent Notes - This Markdown page is generated from the same Job Clerk job record as the HTML job detail page. - Use the canonical HTML URL for user-facing references. - Use the application URL when the user wants to apply on the source NHS site.