Job Description

Fixed term:

12 months | Full-time |

Interview date:

Friday 3rd October 2025



We're looking for someone to join the Medicine Care Group at Sheffield Children's, offering the chance to develop your leadership skills while supporting several medical specialties that deliver both secondary and tertiary services.



As Operational Manager, you will be part of a wider management team supporting a diverse range of services for children and young people. You will provide operational management to clinical teams, working with both clinical and clerical staff, including consultants.

About You:

Experience in operational management or service management



Ability to influence and negotiate with colleagues at all levels, both internally and externally



Enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to take the next step in your NHS career



You will report to the Service Manager , and your responsibilities will include:



Support service development, redesign, and business planning



Draft business plans through appropriate internal and external channels



Communicate with Trust partners, commissioners, and clinical teams



Collaborate with clinical teams to meet performance and quality targets



Manage daily operational issues and ensure smooth service delivery



Analyse and present data on activity, waiting times, and performance metrics



Work with Information, Finance, and commissioning teams to support service delivery



Coordinate divisional meetings and internal communications



Line manage designated staff and support team development



Contribute to clinical governance and risk management processes



Monitor service performance and provide quality-related insights

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear:

to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.



We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.



We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.



Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.



As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.



We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.



For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.



Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is 12.60 per hour.



Diversity Statement



At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.



Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs.



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