Service Manager - Children's Community Directorate
| Posting date: | 05 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £56,276.00 to £63,176.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £56276.00 - £63176.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 December 2025 |
| Location: | London, SE1 7EH |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C9196-25-1905 |
Summary
Operational Performance Management Exercise delegated authority on behalf of the General Manager & clinical leads to resolve day-to-day performance issues within the Service, responsible for early identification of issues and creating the plan for resolution. Ensure effective processes and procedures are in place to monitor and track performance within the Service against the Performance Contract. Manage the analysis of data so that the Clinical Lead and the SDU leadership team have access to timely and accurate information on all key performance indicators. Ensure compliance with all relevant Trust policies. Ensure sufficient staffing levels and allocation depending on service needs Ensure correct skill mix within team Responsible for the day to day efficient and effective operational management of service area, linking appropriately with clinical and multi-disciplinary staff in all matters affecting the delivery of core services. Respond to daily problems and ensure issues are swiftly resolved; implement longer term solutions to issues raised. Work closely with the Clinical Lead, and Matrons to ensure effective support services are in place for all clinical areas. Ensure facilities and other resources are available to meet service needs, including analysing and managing space requirements. Ensure all policies and procedures are adhered to as required by the Trust. As a member of the management team, support the annual Business Plan, ensuring staff involvement, in line with Trust objectives. Manage the analysis of data so that the Management team has access to timely and accurate information on all key performance indicators. Participate in and contribute to Trust wide initiatives and projects as appropriate. Develop and write policies and standardised procedures within own work area. Ensure that effective systems are in place to maintain service delivery in the event of staff absences Ensure that all staff adhere to the appropriate legislation when dealing with patient material and that suitable filing and booking systems are effectively managed. Support the management team by preparing presentations. Liaise with other departments and members of the Trust to support the smooth running and functioning of the department/service