Overview
The Trust is seeking to appoint a Deputy Chief Medical Officer (Performance) who can demonstrate a commitment to team working and shared responsibility for the achievement of the Trust's aims and objectives. The successful candidate will work as part of the Corporate Medical Leadership team and will contribute to strategic direction and decision making processes with an overriding requirement to act in the corporate interests of the Trust and its patients. The role involves promoting high standards of clinical care and teamwork through the provision of professional leadership to all medical staff on standards of practice, performance and associated professional matters. Supporting the Chief Medical Officer you will promote evidence-based practice and ensure Trust systems and policies are effective. Our drive for a culture of continuous improvement and people-centred leadership means that you will be able to demonstrate your ability to commit to and model our values. You will inspire and motivate teams to be creative and deliver sustainable improvements.
Responsibilities
* Take a lead role in the operational / clinical management of the Trust and to work closely with the Chief Operating Officer, Chief Nurse and Care Group Chairs to achieve this.
* Work with the Chief Medical Officer and other Deputy Medical Directors to promote high standards of clinical care and team working through the provision of professional leadership to all Medical staff on standards of practice, performance and associated professional matters.
* Work with the Chief Medical Officer to implement local, regional and national policy on medical specialties working closely with the Care Group Chairs in these areas.
* Provide advice and support to Directors and Senior Managers and others across the Trust demonstrating a commitment to team working and shared responsibility for the achievement of the Trust's aims and objectives.
* Deputise for the Chief Medical Officer for a range of pre-determined duties and during periods of absence.
* Be a key member of the Chief Medical Officer team, flexing roles to address new challenges as they emerge, and engaging in developing Trust strategic direction from a clinical perspective.
About Us
University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country. Based across two sites, Royal Stoke in Stoke-on-Trent and County Hospital in Stafford, we serve around three million people and are known for our facilities, teaching and research. We are the specialist centre for major trauma for the North Midlands and North Wales. We are committed to inclusion and equal opportunities for career development, and we strive to foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected.
Details
* Date posted: 17 February 2026
* Pay scheme: Hospital medical and dental staff
* Grade: Consultant
* Salary: £109,725 to £145,478 a year plus a responsibility allowance of £25,000 per annum
* Contract: Fixed term
* Duration: 3 years
* Working pattern: Part-time
* Reference number: 205-4106587
* Job locations: Royal Stoke Site, Newcastle Road, Stoke-on-Trent, ST5 4DZ
Job Responsibilities
* Work with the Chief Medical Officer, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Nurse and other operational managers to manage operational clinical matters in Divisions.
* Oversee the Medical/Surgical Divisions holding Divisional Chairs and management teams to account.
* Deputise for the Chief Medical Officer at Trust wide performance review meetings as appropriate.
* Undertake a lead role in reviewing locum, bank and agency bookings.
* Support the Chief Medical Officer in setting objectives for Divisional Chairs.
* Participate in weekly Chief Medical Corporate Management meetings.
* Support the Chief Medical Officer on a range of predetermined duties and during periods of absence.
* Provide strategic advice and leadership on medical and clinical matters to the Trust Board, Executive Committee and other relevant committees, advising on clinical practice issues that impact the Trust’s ability to meet obligations.
* Take a lead role for a portfolio of corporate responsibilities relating to performance and operational clinical management in the Trust.
* Attend Corporate Committees such as Performance & Finance Committee and LNC in the absence of the Chief Medical Officer.
* Meet with the Chief Medical Officer and other deputies regularly to share information, discuss issues and provide support.
Clinical Governance / Quality
* Ensure with the Chief Medical Officer and Chief Nurse that the Trust operates appropriate clinical governance arrangements to provide the highest quality of safe care.
* Promote an open organisational culture that learns from complaints, incidents, learning and research to achieve high quality and best practice in service delivery.
Medical Leadership
* Support the Chief Medical Officer to provide leadership to Divisional Chairs, Clinical Directors, Clinical Leads and other Clinicians/Managers.
* Participate in recruitment and selection of consultants and other Senior Medical staff, acting as Deputy for the Chief Medical Officer on AACs.
* Support the Chief Medical Officer, working with the Chief People Officer, to maintain effective employee relations with the LNC and the BMA, participating as a member of the LNC when appropriate.
* Support as required the Chief Medical Officer and AMD/Responsible Officer on management of complex consultant performance issues, working closely with the Chief People Officer.
* Be a key participant in the corporate processes of job planning, medical productivity, medical transformation and medical workforce planning.
Workforce
* Champion improvements in the Medical workforce, supporting and encouraging innovation in clinical practice and service delivery.
* Work as a member of the Senior Medical Leadership team to enhance engagement with the Medical workforce, foster good working relationships and maintain open communication on matters relating to medical staff.
* Encourage and support leadership and management development of the Medical workforce.
* Collaborate with Senior Medical Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education to promote development and implementation of the Trust Strategy in these areas.
Person Specification
Essential
* Full registration with GMC
* On Specialist Register
* Evidence of CPD
* Evidence of Leadership or Management Development
Desirable
* Relevant Management Qualification
Other Requirements
* Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure to check for any previous criminal convictions.
* Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
* UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
#J-18808-Ljbffr