2681 - Operational Support Manager

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in the UK is seeking an Operational Support Manager for the Medicine Division. This role involves leading operational and administrative functions for Cardiology and Respiratory services to enhance patient flow and performance targets. The ideal candidate will have operational management experience in healthcare and strong communication skills. The Trust is rated 'Good' by the CQC and is dedicated to continuous service improvement and staff well-being.

Qualifications

• Experienced in operational management within a healthcare setting.
• Confident communicator with strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Able to work autonomously while collaborating with the team.
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership and support across Cardiology and Respiratory services.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and administrative staff.
• Support service planning and delivery of performance targets.
• Lead problem-solving and escalation of service pressures.
• Contribute to the implementation of quality improvement programmes.

Skills

Operational management experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational abilities

Leadership skills

Commitment to patient care

Job description

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Operational Support Manager to join our Medicine Division. Working 37.5 hours per week, you will provide operational and administrative leadership for both our Cardiology and Respiratory services. You will be instrumental in supporting patient flow, performance targets, workforce planning, and the delivery of high‑quality outcomes. This key Band 6 role will support the day‑to‑day operational management and service delivery within Cardiology and Respiratory Services, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient patient care. You will work closely with clinical and operational teams to maintain service performance, support quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to the strategic development of these vital specialties.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership and support across Cardiology and Respiratory services.
• Work collaboratively with clinical leads, nursing teams, and administrative staff.
• Support service planning, capacity and demand management, and delivery of performance targets.
• Lead on day‑to‑day problem‑solving and escalation of service pressures.
• Contribute to the implementation of quality and safety improvement programmes.
• Support workforce planning and staff engagement within the services.

Qualifications

• Experienced in operational management within a healthcare setting.
• A confident communicator with strong organisational and leadership skills.
• Able to work autonomously while maintaining close collaboration with their job share partner and wider team.
• Committed to delivering high standards of patient care and continuous service improvement.

We reserve the right to close positions early.

Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work. We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 and 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.