About this role
Job summary
The post holder will be an integral member of the speciality management team.Responsible for the delivery of operational and administrative services within a Gynaecology, Fertility and Surgical Services contributing to the achievement of the Care Group Operational Plan.
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Main duties of the job
The Assistant Service Manager will monitor operational performance within the speciality advising the General Service Manager, Head of Operations, Clinical Leads and Lead Nurse/AHP as necessary. The post holder will work closely with other specialities within the Division and understand cross cutting work which effects the other Divisions.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following the coming together with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide to our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues who are dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond. For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, UHLG is also their local NHS, providing general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
At Liverpool Women's Hospital, each year we deliver approximately 7,500 babies, carry out around 50,000 gynaecological inpatient and outpatient procedures, care for over 1,000 poorly and premature newborns, perform around 1,000 IVF cycles, and conduct over 4,000 genetic appointments.
We believe that this, along with a strong dedication to research and innovation, makes usthespecialist health provider of choice in Europe for women, babies and families.
For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.
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Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of operational and administrative services within gynaecology, fertility and surgical services contributing to the achievement of the Care Group Operational Plan.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Recent demonstrable experience of operational management, with clear evidence of responsibility for supporting operational delivery including clinical quality, people management, budget understanding and successful delivery of performance targets within strict financial controls
Qualifications Essential
Degree level or equivalent Post Graduate Management qualification or equivalent
Knowledge Essential
Understanding and appreciation of diversity
Desirable
Key issues and pace of change facing the NHS nationally and locally, assess and describe impact on services. Principles and impact of the NHS Constitution Knowledge and understanding of computerised financial, management, budgetary management and workforce information systems Knowledge of governance arrangements and standards in the NHS and the wider health and social care economy
Skills Essential
Coaching & values led management style, encouraging engagement and empowerment amongst staff and stakeholders, and in developing high performing teams Communication skills, to include but not exclusively, mediation, negotiation and training skills using well developed interpersonal skills to influence, inform, reconcile differences and resolve conflicts. Solve problems, using a solution focused approach demonstrating competent persuasive and influencing skills Analyse data and information, including preparing responses to issues often within tight timescales. Ability to support business planning processes on behalf of the speciality Coordinate speciality activity plans to meet challenging performance targets within tight financial control Implement agreed policy on behalf of the speciality and ensure successful implementation IT literate and able to use standard office software and bespoke systems. Cope with competing priorities and a demanding workload Work in an environment with frequent interruptions, and within stressful, unpredictable situations including responding to and solving urgent and emergency situations day to day.
Desirable
Demonstrate competent project management 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.
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Employer details Employer name Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust
Address Liverpool Women's Hospital
Liverpool
L87SS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.liverpoolwomens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)