About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Surgical Specialties Division at University College London Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, for a General Manager covering Uro-Oncology and Westmoreland Street Theatres.
We are looking for a dynamic leader, who is passionate about quality, patient-centred care, and our people. You will work closely with and lead the Urology Oncology team and WMS theatres as well as working cross division to support the operational running of the department.
This is a fantastic development opportunity for an individual looking to gain further experience in a large, complex tertiary cancer service. Candidates will require the ability to manage competing demands across several complex services, whilst being adaptable to the strategic and operational needs of the division.
Main duties of the job
The Uro-Oncology and WMS Theatres General Manager is an exciting role, providing key operational and strategic leadership across a large, world-leading urological cancer service and 7 operating theatres. The role is pivotal to the successful running of theatres at Westmoreland Street and for urology cancer performance.
This is a dynamic leadership role focused on improving cancer waiting times, optimising theatre productivity, ensuring financial efficiency, leading teams, and supporting innovation at Westmoreland Street. The successful candidate will work in close partnership with clinical and operational teams to lead on performance, optimise productivity, reduce waits, and deliver high-quality patient care in a complex surgical environment.This post holder will also have operational responsibility for the WMS site as manager of the day, leading EPRR events and supporting staff and patient with incident management.
We are seeking a proactive and analytical individual with a passion for operational excellence and a collaborative approach to leadership.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:o University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)o National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgeryo Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitalso University College Hospital Grafton Way Buildingo Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicineo University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centreo The Hospital for Tropical Diseaseso University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
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* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
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Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications Essential
Degree or equivalent (or in exceptional circumstance - able to demonstrate significant level of equivalent experience) Detailed knowledge and understanding of NHS targets and other topical NHS issues A formal post graduate qualification, ideally in management or equivalent senior level experience
Desirable
A clear understanding of the components of Clinical Governance and how these contribute to an integrated and quality driven service
Experience Essential
Minimum of 3 years relevant management experience, preferably within the NHS or similar environment. Experience of effective management of budgets & delivery of cost saving Experience of leading and supervising teams A proven success in business planning and in the development and effective implementation of strategic plans A proven record of success in managing operational change while also developing and maintaining high standards of quality Experience of service redesign and development Demonstrate a strong understanding of multidisciplinary issues and commitment to multidisciplinary working A sound understanding of the issues affecting patients with cancer, professional groups working with Cancer and research issues affecting service development
Skills and Abilities Essential
Ability to meet deadlines and complete tasks within agreed time scales. Project management skills IT literate: proficient in the use of word processing and spreadsheet packages Ability to demonstrate Political awareness and sensitivity to the high profile of the Directorate and the Trust An ability to demonstrate in-depth Knowledge of current thinking and policy affecting health and public sector
Communication Essential
High standard of written and spoken English Able to present effectively to a variety of audiences (Staff, Senior/Executive Managers, Clinicians and external stakeholders) Excellent communication skills, including negotiation, with the proven ability to liaise effectively within a multidisciplinary team based environment
Personal and People Development Essential
Demonstrate a commitment to professional development of self and others Knowledge of equalities issues and strong commitment to the promotion of equality in employment.
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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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 University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
16-18 Westmoreland Street
London
W1G 8PH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)