Job summaryThe Division of CSS are looking for a forward thinking and enthusiastic Business Manager to work closely with the General Manger for CSS to drive service improvement.The successful applicant will support the General Manager (GM) to ensure the provision of high quality, efficient and effective services. Supporting the development and delivery of service strategy, together with ensuring appropriate risk management processes are in place to deliver a safe, high quality, patient centred service.Providing solutions and/or advice to staff in response to pressures that may affect throughput.Supporting the GM with the responsibility for the delivery of key performance targets in line with local and national agreements.Main duties of the jobHighly visible individual; key in ensuring standards of care for all patients and the safe, effective and efficient utilisation of resources.Building strong and cohesive working relationships with the Clinical Leads and Matrons for areas of responsibility.Line management responsibility for a range of administration staff.Responsibility for the operational delivery aspects of delegated divisional areas.Supporting the GM, Clinical Leads and Matron in formulating strategic direction of services.Accountable for service delivery and the associated operational issues.Deputise for the GM.Facilitate performance and service improvement policies and implement them.Manage the resources with the aim of improving quality and productivity, working within the Division to achieve more effective use of resources and enhanced quality and productivity as appropriate.Lead, manage and motivate staff within the operational area, ensuring appropriate management structures, policies and practices are in place to achieve high levels of performance.Ensure that all national targets are met, including Clinical Quality Indicators.Develop a whole systems/partnership culture within the divisional areas.Promote the implementation of key HR initiatives/targets such as Agenda for Change and HR policies/practices.About usDBTH is one of Yorkshire's Leading acute trusts, serving a population of more than 440,000. Our services are based over three main hospital sites and several additional services employing over 7,000 colleagues. At DBTH we have a comprehensive framework of behaviours that guide us in our daily working lives, these form the DBTH Way. We pride ourselves on our commitment to the values of We Care and now the DBTH Way builds upon these foundations, providing further clarity on what it means to embody these values in our everyday interactions. As an organisation that supports flexible working, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applicants from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including those with disabilities, members of our ethnic minorities and LGBTQ+ communities.We offer a range of benefits to support our people including:o Extensive range of learning opportunitieso NHS Pension Schemeo Generous holiday entitlement in line with Terms & Conditionso Comprehensive health and wellbeing supporto NHS Car Lease schemes and a range of salary sacrifice schemeo Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping and finance through external providers.DetailsDate posted14 September 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary 57,528 to 64,750 a year Pro Rata Per Annum ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number272-8235484Job locationsDoncaster Royal InfirmaryArmthorpe RoadDoncasterDN2 5LTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.Certificate of sponsorshipFor individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UKPlease note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Job description Job responsibilitiesPlease see attached to the advert a job description and person specification for further details. Please ensure you read this document carefully.Please note, if your application is successful you will be required to present original certificates of qualifications that are listed in the person specification under essential.Certificate of sponsorshipFor individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UKPlease note that from 9th April2025, band 2 & 3 entry roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.Person Specification Knowledge & Experience EssentialPractical and theoretical knowledge of: Financial Management, HR Management; Performance Management (Including RTT) and Project ManagementUnderstands the changing NHS environment and its impact on service provision for staff.Knowledge of strategic and business planningSubstantial senior management experienceExperience of managing access targetsExperience of managing a range of services within an healthcare settingProven track record of achievement in: Achieving healthcare targets, Partnership working, Pro-active performance managementDelivering challenging objectives to a deadlineExperience of working with multidisciplinary teamsExperience of successful business planning and service developmentKnowledge of the political environment within which the NHS operates and is conversant with relevant national policy.Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills suitable for a range of audiences, including chairing of meetings.Able to clarify key points from diverse and complex sets of information.Able to move easily between the detail and the big picture on issues in understanding and explaining the complexity of challenges and possible solutionsDesirableUp-to-date knowledge of NHS system reform policy and other key policy drivers. (Performance Management, operating Framework, capacity planning, payment by results, independent sector development and Foundation Trust issues)Proven track record of successful and sustained management in an NHS Foundation Trust or similar organisation.Involvement in NHS service development and reconfigurationDelivers clear presentations to diverse audiencesDrafts accurate and complex reports that are clear accurate and easily understandable. Qualifications &Training EssentialEducation to degree level or equivalent qualification and or experienceDesirableMasters level degree in a management related discipline Personal Attributes & Skills EssentialSets clear objectives and helps people achieve them through coaching, feedback and on-going supportCoaches others, challenging and asking questions to help them work out answers for themselvesDemonstrates a commitment to the Trusts behavioursAble to build rapport and credibility with senior clinical and managerial teams in the delivery of performance targets, service delivery and change programmes.Able to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create conditions for successful partnership working.Ability to constantly motivate self and others.Negotiation - at high level with senior colleaguesHandling sensitive situations.Problem solving with high complexity.Personal resilience and confidence. Person Specification Knowledge & Experience EssentialPractical and theoretical knowledge of: Financial Management, HR Management; Performance Management (Including RTT) and Project ManagementUnderstands the changing NHS environment and its impact on service provision for staff.Knowledge of strategic and business planningSubstantial senior management experienceExperience of managing access targetsExperience of managing a range of services within an healthcare settingProven track record of achievement in: Achieving healthcare targets, Partnership working, Pro-active performance managementDelivering challenging objectives to a deadlineExperience of working with multidisciplinary teamsExperience of successful business planning and service developmentKnowledge of the political environment within which the NHS operates and is conversant with relevant national policy.Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills suitable for a range of audiences, including chairing of meetings.Able to clarify key points from diverse and complex sets of information.Able to move easily between the detail and the big picture on issues in understanding and explaining the complexity of challenges and possible solutionsDesirableUp-to-date knowledge of NHS system reform policy and other key policy drivers. (Performance Management, operating Framework, capacity planning, payment by results, independent sector development and Foundation Trust issues)Proven track record of successful and sustained management in an NHS Foundation Trust or similar organisation.Involvement in NHS service development and reconfigurationDelivers clear presentations to diverse audiencesDrafts accurate and complex reports that are clear accurate and easily understandable. Qualifications &Training EssentialEducation to degree level or equivalent qualification and or experienceDesirableMasters level degree in a management related discipline Personal Attributes & Skills EssentialSets clear objectives and helps people achieve them through coaching, feedback and on-going supportCoaches others, challenging and asking questions to help them work out answers for themselvesDemonstrates a commitment to the Trusts behavioursAble to build rapport and credibility with senior clinical and managerial teams in the delivery of performance targets, service delivery and change programmes.Able to collaborate constructively with internal and external partners to create conditions for successful partnership working.Ability to constantly motivate self and others.Negotiation - at high level with senior colleaguesHandling sensitive situations.Problem solving with high complexity.Personal resilience and confidence.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).Employer detailsEmployer nameDoncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FTAddressDoncaster Royal InfirmaryArmthorpe RoadDoncasterDN2 5LTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameDoncaster & Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals NHS FTAddressDoncaster Royal InfirmaryArmthorpe RoadDoncasterDN2 5LTUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Business Manager - Division of Clinical Specialties in Doncaster employer: National Health Service
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