Operations Manager - CDC

Job overview

Frimley Health are investing £25m to construct a state of the art community diagnostic centre at Upton Community Hospital site in Slough. This is the centre piece of our Frimley CDC plan. The project will be completed by Spring 2026

It will provide both an environment for delivering high quality patient diagnostics and the opportunity to transform patient care for the people of Slough.

Main duties of the job

The main duties of this role will include:

• Leading daily operations and teams at Community Diagnostic Centre
• Drive service improvements and implement change
• Monitor and report on performance and KPIs
• Manage budgets and ensure financial efficiency
• Oversee staffing and promote a positive work culture
• Ensure compliance with governance and safety standards
• Develop strategic plans and business cases
• Build partnerships with internal and external stakeholders

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide operational leadership to multi-disciplinary teams.
• Oversee day-to-day running of diagnostic services, maximising use of facilities and resources.
• Drive service improvements and implement change initiatives.
• Monitor performance, analyse data, and report on key indicators.
• Manage budgets, ensuring financial control and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee staffing, recruitment, and development, promoting a positive work culture.
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance, regulatory standards, and health & safety requirements.
• Develop strategic plans and business cases for service development.
• Build effective partnerships with internal teams, primary care, and external stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Significant senior operational management experience within the NHS.
• Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to deliver service improvements and meet performance targets.
• Experience in budget management and financial planning.
• Knowledge of clinical governance and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to travel between sites as required.

Please see attached JD for full description of main duties