Overview
We are seeking an outstanding, compassionate, and forward‑thinking General Manager for Obstetrics & Gynaecology (O&G) to join the Family Health Care Group leadership team. This pivotal senior operational role is responsible for delivering safe, effective, and high‑quality services across York and Scarborough sites, focusing on service recovery programmes, workforce, safety, and operational excellence.
The successful candidate will shape and strengthen the future of O&G services across the Trust, bringing a proven NHS operational leadership track record and a true commitment to compassionate leadership aligned with our Trust values.
You should bring
* Strong experience in operational management, preferably in acute, women’s health or similar high‑intensity services.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to work across multi‑professional teams and sites.
* Experience of service improvement, workforce planning, governance, and financial management.
* Ability to remain calm under pressure and lead teams through operational challenges.
* A compassionate leadership style aligned to our Trust values and ambitions.
The General Manager will work closely with the Clinical Director, Deputy Director of Midwifery, Head of AHP and senior Gynaecology nursing team to provide strategic and operational leadership across Obstetrics & Gynaecology services.
Operational & Service Leadership
Deliver day‑to‑day O&G operations, ensuring safe, high‑quality care and strong patient experience. Oversee rota resilience, medical workforce planning, escalation and service continuity. Manage elective and emergency flow across GAU, antenatal, gynaecology outpatient and inpatient areas.
Performance, Quality & Governance
Achieve key performance standards, including RTT and cancer pathways. Lead governance, incidents, escalation and safety responses. Drive improvements in documentation, digital processes and audit.
Strategic & Financial Management
Support service development, business cases, capital planning and workforce investment. Maintain strong financial control, deliver CIP, and optimise capacity and resources. Work with finance, workforce and estates to develop sustainable service models.
Leadership & People Management
Provide visible leadership to operational, nursing, clinical and administrative teams. Support talent development, coach emerging leaders and promote an inclusive, psychologically safe culture. Contribute actively to the Care Group senior leadership team and cross‑directorate priorities.
Trust Information Pack
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Our benefits
* Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants.
* 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service).
* Generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support relocation expenses for hard‑to‑fill positions.
* A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave.
* Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme.
* NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme.
* An extensive range of learning and development opportunities.
* Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance through a range of providers.
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer, please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Interview Information
Interviews will be held in person at York Hospital on 15th April 2026.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co‑developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, and we work with our Staff Networks — including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks — to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE – Supporting Britain’s Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Advert Closing Date
This advert closes on Monday 6 Apr 2026.
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