We have an exciting opportunity in our Surgery Care Group to recruit a Deputy Service Manager in our Head and Neck department, specifically Maxillofacial Surgery, Plastic Surgery, Orthodontics and Restorative Dentistry. The department is looking for an enthusiastic and well-organised individual with an eye for problem solving. The successful candidate will offer administrative and operational support to the department, working closely with the clinical team to ensure we provide a high-quality service to patients. This post offers excellent opportunities for progression, alongside the opportunity to experience and understand how a surgical department functions. Here in Head & Neck we are a close-knit and friendly team looking to appoint a candidate who enjoys building relationships and improving patient care. The post is based at York Hospital, however it may be necessary to occasionally work at other Trust sites. We look forward to receiving your application! If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post. Tasks will include, but are not limited to; admin support, staff management and ensuring the efficiency of RTT and cancer pathways. This may include contacting and booking specific patients, tracking next steps and patients' likely pathways through the department and working with clinicians/all staff groups to overcome challenges. In addition, you will be responsible for co-ordinating the Consultant and Specialist rota and for keeping this up to date with leave requests. You will also assist with the planning of clinics, theatre lists and ensuring effective use of clinical sessions. You will be required to liaise regularly with Senior Managers in the Care Group as well as numerous clinicians in the department. You will deputise for the Service Manager where necessary. The role is fast-paced, varied and ideal for anyone who enjoys working in a team. Our Benefits We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including: 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 with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager at interview stage. 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 provider. For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages. For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Stan Disbury Job title: Service Manager Email address: stan.disbury@nhs.net Telephone number: 01904721757 Susannah Lawford Operational Manager – Maxillofacial Surgery, Orthodontics, Restorative Dentistry & Plastics susannah.lawford@nhs.net 07890 890154