Operations Director - Mental Health & Learning Disabilities

NHS; Bradford; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of Operations for Mental Health & Learning Disability Services. This senior leadership role involves overseeing community services and working closely with clinical teams to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in operational service management and a relevant health or social care postgraduate qualification. The position offers flexible working and a commitment to staff wellbeing and development.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience of operational service management at a senior level in community or inpatient services.
• Experience of leading the provision of clinical services.
• Experience of managing service budgets and business plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across mental health services.
• Collaborate with senior clinical and operational leaders.
• Ensure effective performance of teams and high-quality governance.

Skills

Operational service management experience

Clinical service leadership

Budget management

Project management

Education

Postgraduate professional qualification in health or social care

Master's level or equivalent experience

Management qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of Operations for Mental Health & Learning Disability Services. This senior leadership role involves overseeing community services and working closely with clinical teams to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in operational service management and a relevant health or social care postgraduate qualification. The position offers flexible working and a commitment to staff wellbeing and development.