This is a major opportunity for an inspirational and motivated operational leader to join Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust (WHT) and support our commitment to the ongoing provision of outstanding care to all patients within both the Acute Trust and the Community setting.
If you are an experienced operational leader with proven leadership skills, looking to develop your executive career, this exciting and demanding opportunity could be ideal for you!
Our new Chief Operating Officer will play a pivotal role in ensuring operational excellence and leading continuous improvement of our services. You will work closely with WHT Board colleagues and the wider Group Executive team.
You will also collaborate with system partners to improve health outcomes for local people, contributing to making the Black Country a healthier place with healthier futures.
We seek a values-driven candidate with proven leadership skills and a track record of service improvement.
For more information, please contact Gayle Nightingale at gayle.nightingale@nhs.net or call 07905903075.
Advert Closes: Sunday, 13 July 2025
Shortlisting: 22nd July 2025
Stakeholders Meeting: Monday, 4th August
Interviews: Thursday, 7th August
Main Duties of the Job
The Chief Operating Officer is responsible for delivering services within quality parameters, meeting NHS performance targets within budget, and advising the CEO and Board on operational matters.
* Professional leadership of Hospital Management
* Operational management of Clinical Divisions
* Capacity management across Emergency, Elective, Cancer, Diagnostic, and Outpatient Services
* Performance management and service improvement
* Modernisation of clinical processes and services
* Financial control of Hospital Services
* Lead for Urgent & Emergency Care
* Trustee of Endowment Funds
* Accountable Emergency Officer (AEO) for EPRR
About Us
Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust provides acute and community services for around 284,000 residents. Our main site, Manor Hospital, serves Walsall and collaborates closely with The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust under a shared leadership model.
Our 2022–2027 strategy, developed jointly with The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, emphasizes strategic objectives and a shared vision: "To deliver exceptional care together to improve the health and wellbeing of our communities." Our core values are Compassion, Respect, Professionalism, and Teamwork.
Job Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the CEO and Board on strategic development and operational perspectives
* Work with the CFO to ensure financial targets are met
* Corporate and Clinical Governance: Strengthen governance culture and promote learning and innovation
* Emergency Planning, Resilience, and Response: Ensure legal and policy compliance and lead on key programmes within the Black Country ICS
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Masters-level qualification or equivalent experience
* Continuous professional development
* Strong communication and influencing skills
* Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams
Knowledge and Experience
* Senior management experience at Director level, including board exposure in complex organisations
* Understanding of NHS performance standards
* Experience in strategy setting and transformation
* Commitment to equality, inclusion, and reducing inequalities
* Proven governance and assurance skills ensuring patient safety
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a DBS check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
Business Manager to the Group Chief Executive
Salary: Competitive – VSM (depending on experience)
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