Patient Pathway Lead – ENT/Maxillofacial Surgery (Band 6)

The Royal Berkshire; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Patient Pathway Manager (CAT Team 1 - ENT, Maxillofacial & Plastic Surgery) based in Henley-on-Thames with cross-county duties to Townlands Hospital and Reading. The role supports the Directorate Senior Management Team in operational management, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, staff management, and pathway oversight.

You will lead day-to-day operations, implement SOPs, contribute to strategic planning, and manage rota,

Qualifications

• Experience in staff management and operational delivery.
• Ability to lead on patient pathways and service improvement.
• Knowledge of national performance standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of patient pathways.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures.
• Oversee workforce planning, recruitment, appraisals and training.
• Monitor performance targets and escalate risks.
• Provide line management to team members.

Skills

Staff management

Rota management

Performance monitoring

Operational leadership

Cross-site coordination

Job description

The Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Band 6 Patient Pathway Manager (CAT Team 1 - ENT, Maxillofacial & Plastic Surgery) based in Henley-on-Thames with cross-county duties to Townlands Hospital and Reading. The role supports the Directorate Senior Management Team in operational management, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, staff management, and pathway oversight.

You will lead day-to-day operations, implement SOPs, contribute to strategic planning, and manage rota,