Operational Support Manager - Endoscopy | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust; Camberley; On-site; GBP 82,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an Operational Support Manager for its Endoscopy service. The role involves supporting the Service Manager and General Manager to deliver safe, effective and patient-centred operational services, with a focus on patient pathways, performance and service capacity across multiple sites.

The post holder will monitor waiting lists, validation, pathways, capacity, workforce and productivity, escalating risks as required and contributing to governance and

Qualifications

• Experience in operational or administrative management within healthcare.
• Ability to manage complex workflows and performance data.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience with staff management.

Responsibilities

• Support the Service Manager and General Manager in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred operational services.
• Monitor waiting lists, validation, pathways, capacity, workforce and productivity; identify and escalate risks and performance issues.
• Contribute to governance, complaints, risk management and financial monitoring.
• Work across sites with clinical, nursing, administrative and corporate colleagues to achieve service objectives.

Job description

Operational Support Manager - Endoscopy | Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust

We are seeking a motivated Operational Support Manager to join our Endoscopy service on a full-time basis. The post holder will support the Service Manager and General Manager in delivering safe, effective and patient-centred operational services, with a particular focus on patient pathways, performance and service capacity across multiple sites.

The role is central to supporting the service to achieve key access, activity, quality and performance standards. Working closely with clinical, nursing, administrative and corporate colleagues, the post holder will support the delivery of agreed service objectives and contribute to the effective management and continuous improvement of operational services.

The successful candidate will have well-developed organisational, analytical and communication skills, with the ability to use initiative and sound judgement to resolve operational issues within defined parameters. They will be able to work effectively across professional groups while maintaining clear boundaries of delegated authority.

Please note that the role requires regular travel between Frimley Park Hospital and Wexham Park Hospital, with occasional travel to Heatherwood Hospital.

The post holder will also monitor waiting lists, validation, pathways, capacity, workforce and productivity, ensuring that operational risks and performance issues are identified, actioned and escalated appropriately. The role willl contribute to governance, complaints, risk management, financial monitoring and service improvement, while ensuring compliance with Trust policies and procedures.

The successful candidate will have excellent organisational, analytical, communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively and diplomatically with clinical, administrative and corporate colleagues. Applicants should have relevant experience in a comparable operational or administrative management role, including staff management, coordinating complex workflows, analysing performance information and supporting teams to achieve operational objectives.

Why Join Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust?

At Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

As a Disability Confident Employer and recipient of the Gold Award in the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme, we actively champion equality, diversity and inclusion, creating opportunities for people from all backgrounds to build rewarding careers within the NHS.

We also recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance. By supporting flexible working arrangements wherever possible, we enable our colleagues to balance their professional and personal commitments while continuing to deliver outstanding care to our patients. Whether flexibility means adjusted hours, part-time working, hybrid arrangements or alternative working patterns, we work in partnership with our staff to meet both individual and service needs.

Join Us

Whether you're at the start of your career or looking for your next challenge, Frimley Health offers the opportunity to be part of a inclusive, forward-thinking organisation that is committed to excellence, innovation and compassionate care. Together, we can shape the future of healthcare and make a real difference to the lives of the communities we serve.

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For a full list of responsibilities and tasks associated with this role, please refer to the job description/person specification attached to this vacancy.

This advert closes on Thursday 15 Oct 2026

£81,774 - £93,879 per annum inclusive of HCAS