Job summaryRevamping delivery services and implementing a care unit structure using a triumvirate leadership approach has created the opportunity for two Associate Director of Operations roles.Our aim is to grow our leadership with a focus on making a difference to the communities we serve by delivering the highest quality physical and mental health care to our patients, and by tackling inequalities in outcomes, experience, and access.Main duties of the jobMain duties of the jobReporting directly to the Care Unit Directors, these roles offer the opportunity to influence, inspire, innovate, and enthuse at every layer of the organisation with clear expectations to lead the operational management of the Care Unit.We seek credible leaders who can lead with compassion and clarity, creating a culture of learning, improvement, engagement, and belonging. Candidates should have experience at Senior operational level with a proven track record of driving performance, service re-design and budget and people management.The post holder is a key member of the Care Unit Leadership; and will contribute to the development and delivery of Trust strategy, business and service plans and objectives. In addition to, building and maintaining effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, (including service users/carers), and strategic partners. They will lead and manage a number of Service Units and deputise for the Deputy Care Group Director as and when required and necessary.The available posts are:Associate Director Operations - Mental Health Inpatient and Crisis Care UnitAndAssociate Director Operations - Community Health Urgent Care UnitPlease indicate the post you are applying for at the top of your supporting information.About usNottinghamshire Healthcare employs over 10,000 colleagues who help #MakeADifference every day. We provide intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and South Yorkshire. Care is delivered from over 120 sites within the community from acute settings and across low, medium and high secure environments including prisons.As one of the largest mental health and community trusts in the East Midlands and one of the biggest employers in Nottinghamshire. We are also home to national and regional services such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.We are committed to flexible and agile working, including the opportunity to join our bank.Your health and wellbeing is our priority and as such we invest significantly in this via our in-house Occupational Health Service, Staff Counselling Service and Health and Wellbeing Team.We offer a number of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, our Green Champions Network, Freedom to Speak Up Network. Health and Wellbeing Champions Network and Menopause Champions. We provide care to a diverse range of communities and are passionate about supporting diversity and inclusion in the Trust.If you believe in our values of Trust, Honesty, Respect, Compassion and Teamwork, then we would love to hear from you!#TeamNottsHCJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease see attached the Job Description and Person Specification where you can find the main responsibilities and requirements of these roles.Person SpecificationQualificationsEssentialManagerial or professional knowledge acquired through Masters degree, supplemented by specialist training to doctorate or equivalent level, management qualification or equivalent experience .Evidence of ongoing professional development, particularly in leadership and/or strategy.DesirableRecognised leadership qualificationExperienceEssentialSignificant and senior level experience of NHS, social care, local authorities and more broadly across the government, private and voluntary sector providers.Demonstrable track record of achievement in leading and implementing change in a large-scale complex organisation.Highly developed analytical, political and judgment skills alongside excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills.A working knowledge and understanding of present health policy in relation to services provided by the Trust and expectations of stakeholders.Significant experience of service transformation, care pathways and new models of care.Experience of involving service users and carers in service redesign and improvement.Significant experience of managing and motivating diverse and multi-professional teams, transforming cultures.Experience of negotiating contracts.Experience of working in partnership with other NHS Trusts / primary care services / voluntary sector.Experience in the management of large budgetsSignificant experience and strategic thinking and planning skills requiredVALUES AND BEHAVIOURSEssentialAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Trust Honesty Respect Compassion TeamworkAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how it applies to their role. The Trust's expectations are highlighted within our EDI Policy, and associated EDI and Human Rights legislationDisclosure 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 nameNottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation TrustAddressSite is dependant on allocated roleSite is dependant on allocated roleNG6 9DREmployer's websitehttps://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)