Deputy Operational Network Delivery Manager for Neonates
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 12 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | Heb ei nodi |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £55,690 - £62,682 Per annum - pro rata |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 14 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Southampton, SO16 6YD |
| Cwmni: | University Hospital Southampton NHS FT |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 7804410/188-AC040226 |
Crynodeb
A Vacancy at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
NHS Recruitment Advert – Band 8a Deputy ODN Manager (Neonatal)
Strategic Network for Critical Care – South East Region.
Are you an experienced clinical network leader with the passion, credibility and strategic vision to shape neonatal care across a major region?
We are seeking an exceptional Band 8a Deputy Operational Delivery Network (ODN) Manager to support the ODN Manager in leading the Neonatal Critical Care ODN within the newly formed Strategic Network for Critical Care (SNCC).
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
About the Strategic Network for Critical Care:
The SNCC spans the entire South East of England, bringing together the Adult Critical Care and Neonatal Critical Care Operational Delivery Networks across:
• Thames Valley & Wessex (TVW)
• Kent, Surrey & Sussex (KSS)
Across these localities, we deliver seven core functions critical to high-quality, equitable care:
• Service
• Delivery
• Resources
• Workforce
• Quality
• Collaboration
• Transformation Population Health
Our work is underpinned by strong partnerships with commissioners, ICBs and providers to ensure system-wide improvement.
About the Role
Reporting to the Neonatal ODN Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the leading and managing of the Neonatal ODN across TVW and KSS. This is a pivotal leadership role at an exciting point of transformation.
In 2025/26, the ODNs have come together under the new SNCC umbrella, resulting in redesigned structures, strengthened governance and refreshed funding arrangements. This transition brings opportunities to modernise how we work, enhance cross-regional collaboration and embed agile ways of operating across both the core network team and wider stakeholders.
An the Deputy ODN Manager, you will:
• Responsible for the effective day-to-day operational management of the network, making decisions, providing solutions and/or advice to staff in response to pressures that may affect network activity.
• As an active lead, be involved in shaping and delivering the strategic direction of the network.
• Identify areas for service improvement and lead on projects to enhance the availability of resources and streamline processes to improve network activity.
Manage the delivery of regional and national targets, negotiating with clinical leads when necessary to ensure throughput of network activity.
• Exercise delegated responsibility and deputise as required for the ODN Manager
Line manage staff within the network and wider network support roles.
• Act as an ambassador leading by example and modelling the network and hosted Trust’s values and policies.
Why Join Us?
• Lead one of the most established and respected Neonatal ODNs in England
• Proven ability to support leading complex programmes, manage stakeholder relationships and deliver measurable impact, strong governance, analytical and strategic planning skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to inspire teams through change and transformation.
• Influence service delivery and outcomes for babies and families across the Southeast
• Contribute to shaping a brand-new strategic framework for critical care
• Become part of an ambitious, supportive and forward-thinking regional team
• If you are excited by the opportunity to lead at scale, support major transformation and champion excellence in neonatal critical care, we encourage you to apply
We are looking for a dynamic, influential and compassionate leader with:
• Experience in operational delivery networks, commissioning, or system-level healthcare leadership.
• Understanding of neonatal services or critical care pathways (highly desirable).
• Proven ability to support leading complex programmes, manage stakeholder
relationships and deliver measurable impact.
• Strong governance, analytical and strategic planning skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to inspire teams through change and transformation.
This role requires travel across the whole of the southeast and therefore candidate will need to have a driving license and ability to commute around the network footprint regularly.
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Feb 2026
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.
Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.
NHS Recruitment Advert – Band 8a Deputy ODN Manager (Neonatal)
Strategic Network for Critical Care – South East Region.
Are you an experienced clinical network leader with the passion, credibility and strategic vision to shape neonatal care across a major region?
We are seeking an exceptional Band 8a Deputy Operational Delivery Network (ODN) Manager to support the ODN Manager in leading the Neonatal Critical Care ODN within the newly formed Strategic Network for Critical Care (SNCC).
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
We believe that using technology wisely shows strong time management and commitment to innovation. However, personalizing your recruitment application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying too heavily on generic, AI-generated content instead of drawing from your own strengths and accomplishments may lead to your application being rejected if multiple candidates present identical or similar information.
At UHSwe’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
About the Strategic Network for Critical Care:
The SNCC spans the entire South East of England, bringing together the Adult Critical Care and Neonatal Critical Care Operational Delivery Networks across:
• Thames Valley & Wessex (TVW)
• Kent, Surrey & Sussex (KSS)
Across these localities, we deliver seven core functions critical to high-quality, equitable care:
• Service
• Delivery
• Resources
• Workforce
• Quality
• Collaboration
• Transformation Population Health
Our work is underpinned by strong partnerships with commissioners, ICBs and providers to ensure system-wide improvement.
About the Role
Reporting to the Neonatal ODN Manager, you will be responsible for supporting the leading and managing of the Neonatal ODN across TVW and KSS. This is a pivotal leadership role at an exciting point of transformation.
In 2025/26, the ODNs have come together under the new SNCC umbrella, resulting in redesigned structures, strengthened governance and refreshed funding arrangements. This transition brings opportunities to modernise how we work, enhance cross-regional collaboration and embed agile ways of operating across both the core network team and wider stakeholders.
An the Deputy ODN Manager, you will:
• Responsible for the effective day-to-day operational management of the network, making decisions, providing solutions and/or advice to staff in response to pressures that may affect network activity.
• As an active lead, be involved in shaping and delivering the strategic direction of the network.
• Identify areas for service improvement and lead on projects to enhance the availability of resources and streamline processes to improve network activity.
Manage the delivery of regional and national targets, negotiating with clinical leads when necessary to ensure throughput of network activity.
• Exercise delegated responsibility and deputise as required for the ODN Manager
Line manage staff within the network and wider network support roles.
• Act as an ambassador leading by example and modelling the network and hosted Trust’s values and policies.
Why Join Us?
• Lead one of the most established and respected Neonatal ODNs in England
• Proven ability to support leading complex programmes, manage stakeholder relationships and deliver measurable impact, strong governance, analytical and strategic planning skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to inspire teams through change and transformation.
• Influence service delivery and outcomes for babies and families across the Southeast
• Contribute to shaping a brand-new strategic framework for critical care
• Become part of an ambitious, supportive and forward-thinking regional team
• If you are excited by the opportunity to lead at scale, support major transformation and champion excellence in neonatal critical care, we encourage you to apply
We are looking for a dynamic, influential and compassionate leader with:
• Experience in operational delivery networks, commissioning, or system-level healthcare leadership.
• Understanding of neonatal services or critical care pathways (highly desirable).
• Proven ability to support leading complex programmes, manage stakeholder
relationships and deliver measurable impact.
• Strong governance, analytical and strategic planning skills.
• A collaborative approach with the ability to inspire teams through change and transformation.
This role requires travel across the whole of the southeast and therefore candidate will need to have a driving license and ability to commute around the network footprint regularly.
This advert closes on Thursday 26 Feb 2026