Deputy Group Director of Operations

NHS; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust is seeking a dynamic individual for the role of Deputy Group Director of Operations for Surgical Services. This pivotal position involves driving operational performance and leading improvements across surgical specialties. The successful candidate will work collaboratively to enhance patient-focused services, champion innovative technologies, and provide exceptional leadership.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Management qualification, MBA or equivalent, or willingness to work toward.
• Significant management experience within the NHS.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of safe and effective surgical services.
• Drive transformation initiatives including theatre optimisation.
• Support financial sustainability through strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Operational Management

Change Management

Service Development

Education

Degree or equivalent

Management qualification, MBA/Masters Level or equivalent

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to take on the role of Deputy Group Director of Operations for Surgical Services to join an ambitious and forward-thinking NHS Trust at the heart of Birmingham and the Black Country.

In this pivotal position, you will drive operational performance, support service transformation, and lead improvements across a broad range of surgical specialties including General Surgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, and Emergency Surgery. Working in partnership with clinical and operational leaders, you will help shape high-quality, efficient and patient-focused services as part of our triumvirate leadership model.

Main duties of the job

As Deputy Group Director of Operations - Surgical Services, you will:

• Lead the delivery of safe, effective, and high-performing surgical services across key specialties.
• Drive transformation initiatives including theatre optimisation, outpatient redesign, and improved patient flow.
• Champion the adoption of innovative technologies, including robotic-assisted surgery.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to embed a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Support financial sustainability through strategic resource planning and cost improvement initiatives
• Provide strong, visible leadership to empower teams and enhance staff experience and engagement

About us

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB) serves Birmingham and the Black Country - one of the country's most culturally diverse areas. It's a friendly and welcoming place - a place where you can belong, and a place where you can grow.

We care for our patients, we care about our population, and we care about our people.

Our values - Ambition, Respect and Compassion - are at the heart of who we are. They guide us every step of the way; how we work with each other, and how we look after our patients and their families; how we respect and value the rich diversity of our team and our community.

Our Trust has always aspired to be more than a hospital, more than a healthcare provider. Our purpose is to "Improve the Life Chances and Health Outcomes of our Population." It is what inspires, drives, and unites us every day. It's what makes us unique.

We want working at SWB to feel like more than just a job. We want our Trust to be a place where you can feel you belong. A place where you feel happy, safe, and rewarded. A place where you can develop your career in whatever way you choose.When we say we're 'with you all the way' we want you to know that we mean it.Visit the SWB website to find out more about our ambitions and people plans.

Details Date posted

18 June 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8c

Salary

£74,290 to £85,601 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

381-SS-7231935

Job locations

SWB NHS Trust

Hallam Street

West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails.

Job description Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of what this role entails.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent or evidence of working at that level
• Management qualification, MBA/Masters Level or equivalent or willingness to work toward

Experience Essential

• Significant/ general / broad/ management experience within the NHS with, responsibility for operational matters including, staff management, budgetary responsibility, performance targets, waiting list management, discharge arrangements.
• Proven experience of service development.
• Proven experience of change management ability
• Experience of leading projects.

Desirable

• Some management experience within a surgical services or theatre environment

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Educated to degree level or equivalent or evidence of working at that level
• Management qualification, MBA/Masters Level or equivalent or willingness to work toward

Experience Essential

• Significant/ general / broad/ management experience within the NHS with, responsibility for operational matters including, staff management, budgetary responsibility, performance targets, waiting list management, discharge arrangements.
• Proven experience of service development.
• Proven experience of change management ability
• Experience of leading projects.

Desirable

• Some management experience within a surgical services or theatre environment

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.

Employer details Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Hallam Street

West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust

Address

SWB NHS Trust

Hallam Street

West Bromwich

B71 4HJ

Employer's website

https://www.swbh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)