About this role
Job summary
We are currently recruiting for two permanent A&E Operations Managers (previously A&E Team Leader) based in South Yorkshire . We also have two secondments available until March 2027. Locations will be confirmed at a later stage.
We are seeking Paramedics ideally with experience in similar roles in response-led ambulance services, NHS and A&E Operations experience is essential. Importantly you will have a demonstrable track record of staff mentorship, support and leadership where you have shown the ability to lead a varied team.
To enable us to meet the future needs for our services we have invested significantly in our emergency operations and have embarked on a period of transformation aligning our emergency and urgent care services with those of the wider healthcare economy.
Through this Transformation Programme in which we have restructured our emergency operations leadership team and are seeking further innovative thinkers with strong and inspirational leadership style to take on the exciting and challenging roles of Operations Manager.
Main duties of the job
You will bring a structured yet agile approach to planning within your area which will deliver real benefit to day-to-day operations.
- Can lead, motivate, and inspire others in an emergency ambulance setting
- Committed to ensuring equality and inclusion are imbedded within a team
- Self-motivated and able to work under own initiative, while also working effectively as a team.
About us
At Yorkshire Ambulance Service (YAS) we aspire to deliver world class care to the communities we serve. In recent years we have demonstrated a strong track record of improving patient care across all our services despite facing increasing challenges and demands. We believe a key part of this success is our willingness to look forward, anticipate change and adapt our services to better meet the needs of our patients.
If you are passionate about making a difference to the people of Yorkshire and want to play a critical role in shaping the future of our emergency service, then we would like to hear from you.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for number of frontline staff, you will ensure that your Team is able to deliver services through effective workforce planning, quality, governance & risk. Working closely with the Area Operations Manager and other colleagues, you will ensure that robust policies, processes and practices are in evidence within your Team.
Please note that candidates will be required to successfully pass each stage of the recruitment process before progressing to the next. The first stage will be a Command Scenario, followed by a clinical Assessment, with the Final Interview forming the last stage of the process. Candidates must achieve the required standard at each stage to continue through the recruitment process. You will also be required to bring your portfolio for review, along with your certificate confirming completion of your NQP period, to your clincial assessment.
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Able to prioritise tasks, and to manage conflicting demands on time and resources, to deliver objectives
- Able to make critical decisions quickly and rationally based upon complex information and the need for action based upon options available
- Good interpersonal skills, able to develop effective working relationships and to demonstrate professional credibility with colleagues
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Paramedic (HCPC registered)
- Entitlement to drive in the UK including vehicles categorised as C1 and D1
- Blue light emergency driving qualified
- Knowledge and understanding of equality and inclusion issues
Experience
Essential
- Minimum 3 years experience in a paramedic role (1 year post NQP portfolio sign off)
- Experience of acting in a mentoring role
Desirable
- Experience of effective team leadership and management
- Understanding of the delivery of operational services and achievement of performance targets
- An understanding of implementing policies, procedures and working practices
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.
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
Yorkshire Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Address
South Yorkshire
Various sites
DN2 4QY
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.yas.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)