About this role
Job summary
**Internal Applicants Only**
This is a newly created post within the Planned, Surgical and Children's Care Directorate. The post holder will lead and influence the improvement of administrative and operational processes across services within the Directorate by driving the development, embedding and optimisation of efficient ways of working. Working closely with Service Managers, General Managers and other key stakeholders, the post holder will lead service improvement, promote consistency of practice and support delivery against key performance objectives.
The role requires a high level of autonomy, with the ability to work independently while demonstrating initiative, sound judgement and personal accountability in managing competing priorities, workloads and deadlines. The post holder will lead by example, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, championing best practice and working collaboratively with colleagues to identify opportunities to enhance administrative processes, improve efficiency and support the delivery of high-quality services.
Main duties of the job
A strong understanding of operational performance, service delivery and the vital role of effective administrative support in delivering high-quality patient care is essential. The post holder will work closely with operational and clinical colleagues to monitor performance, support the effective day-to-day running of services, respond to operational challenges and contribute to the achievement of Directorate objectives. The role requires the ability to analyse information, prioritise workload effectively and support the delivery of safe, efficient and responsive services.
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards. Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note:
Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles. All job offers are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions, please contact Claire Harding on [email protected]
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Degree or equivalent experience Experience of leading and managing multi-disciplinary teams. Minimum of 5 years' experience of working within healthcare in primary or secondary care Evidence of management studies through short courses or postgraduate training. Proven managerial and leadership experience within the NHS.
Desirable
Experience of developing new services. Ability to identify, develop, nurture and promote innovative approaches to service development. Well-developed political awareness, influencing, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address Harrogate Hospital
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)