Service Manager - General Surgery | Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A major health provider in the UK is looking for a Service Manager in General Surgery to lead clinical and operational initiatives at Wythenshawe Hospital. The role involves performance monitoring, budget management, and team development. Candidates should have proven leadership experience in healthcare and a passion for improving patient services. This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of services while being part of a dynamic and inclusive environment committed to personal development and staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Dynamic work environment

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a leadership role within a healthcare setting.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams effectively.
• Strong understanding of governance and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and monitor key performance indicators at specialty level.
• Ensure budgetary management controls and monitoring is effective.
• Contribute to service reviews for quality and efficiency improvements.
• Motivate teams using a compassionate leadership style.

Skills

Leadership

Performance Monitoring

Team Development

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take your leadership career to the next level? At MFT, we are embedding an exciting new Operating Model, placing roles closest to patient care at the heart of decision-making. By creating clinically led, multidisciplinary leadership teams, we ensure decisions are informed by clinical expertise while maintaining the operational knowledge needed to deliver safe, successful services.

We are looking for experienced, forward-thinking leaders to support the introduction of these new ways of working. You will be well supported with a bespoke personal development plan and access to a range of development opportunities.

This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in decision-making, influence the future of patient services, and contribute to a Trust-wide movement embedding clinical leadership at every level.

We are current inviting applications for:

Role Details

• Role: Service Manager General Surgery
• Band: 8a
• Time commitment: 37.5 hours
• Location: Wythenshawe Hospital

Your Role

We are seeking applications from colleagues who are confident in their ability to:

• Lead: Provide visible leadership supporting the General Manager in setting direction and ensuring colleagues feel guided and empowered in their roles.
• Govern: Contribute to governance by monitoring performance, ensuring safe processes are followed and escalating risks appropriately, helping the services meet its quality and compliance standards.
• Educate: Play a vital role in team development - sharing knowledge, supporting training and encouraging a culture of continuous improvement and learning.
• Collaborate: Work closely with clinical, operational and administrative colleagues, fostering effective teamwork and strong relationships across the service and wider system.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational: Deliver and monitor key performance indicators at specialty level, including activity, performance targets as well as national local targets.
• Finance: Ensure budgetary management controls and monitoring is in place and in accordance with Standing Financial Instructions.
• Innovation: Contribute to the review of services to identify ways to improve quality, productivity, efficiency and patient experience.
• People Management: To inspire and motivate others by role modelling a values-led compassionate style of leadership behaviour.

Apply Now

If this sounds like a role you would thrive in, we want to hear from you! Apply now to progress your career at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career.

We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.

You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You’ll work collaboratively with clinical and non‑clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You’ll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.

We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation’s success.

Join us and help shape the future of our Trust—make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

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Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

Advert Closing Date

This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Dec 2025