About this role
Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 24 MONTHS DUE TO FUNDING
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST
As the Offender Personality Disorder (OPDP) Team are based across several Health Board sites and is part of a wider Wales OPDP service, the post holder will be required to be part of two management teams, including that of the Rehabilitation and Recovery Directorate of the Mental Health and Learning Disabilities Service Group but also liaise closely with the NPS lead, the All Wales project manager, clinical psychologist lead and transitional liaison nurse practitioner within the wider Wales OPDP team. The post holder would be responsible for the day-to-day line management and general operational management of the Swansea Bay University Health Board based clinical team to ensure the team deliver on their Health Board and Directorate workforce and performance targets and priorities in a safe, sustainable and effective environment. It is important for the candidate to understand that the post is a non-traditional NHS managerial post due to being part of a team which operates as part of the SBUHB MH&LD, Rehabilitation and Recovery Directorate but also as part of the wider all Wales OPDP service which is composed of from partnership working between Health Services and His Majesty's Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS).
Main duties of the job
Provide operational leadership ensuring compliance with HR policies, sickness management, recruitment, PADR (jointly with service leads), and training oversight.
Act as management lead for non-clinical colleagues, ensuring smooth operational running and supporting MDT functionality.
Facilitate communication and partnership working across local and Wales-wide teams.
Lead performance monitoring, preparing reports on workforce, finance, and quality indicators.
Support service modernisation and continuous improvement, promoting quality and safety.
Oversee staff training needs, induction processes, and mandatory/statutory compliance.
Manage resources including rosters, annual leave, sickness, grievances, and disciplinary processes.
Participate in recruitment, interviewing and appointing staff.
Contribute to adherence to relevant policies and audit recommendations.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Essential Qualifications & Knowledge Essential
Educated to degree level, or able to demonstrate the equivalent level of knowledge, skills and experience. Recognised management qualification (e.g. ISM) Service Improvement qualification (Bronze).
Desirable
Service Improvement qualification (Silver) or working towards.
Essential Experience Essential
Managerial experience within a health or clinical environment. Knowledge of HR management processes and operational management.
Desirable
Proven track record of operational and staff management. Experience implementing policies and facilitating service change.
Essential Aptitude and abilities Essential
Adhere to and can demonstrate SBU Values & Behaviours Strong IT skills, including e-Roster, SEL expenses, ESR. Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills. Ability to manage, motivate and develop team functioning.
Desirable
Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh (please delete as appropriate) Welsh Language Skills are essential at level 4 or 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh (please delete as appropriate) Highly developed leadership, negotiation and consultation skills.
Other Essential Criteria Essential
Highly motivated, able to multitask and manage pressure. Strong verbal and written communication; good listening skills. Satisfactory Standard/Enhanced DBS clearance including an Adults List check Must be able to commute between multiple clinical and administrative sites within the Health Board area.
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Swansea Bay University Health Board
Address Taith Newydd, Glanrhyd Hospital,
Tondu Road
Bridgend
CF31 4LN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://sbuhb.nhs.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)