Band 6 Assistant Service Manager
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
London, N18 1QXView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£45,953 to £54,254
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
5 October 2026
5 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Assistant Service Manager to join Women's and Neonatal Services at North Middlesex...
The post holder will work closely with the Service Manager and Clinical Leads and will be responsible for supporting the operational management and delivery of Women's and Neonatal Services, including Obstetrics, Maternity and Neonatal services at North Middlesex University Hospital. The role will deputise for the Service Manager as required and provide day-to-day leadership to administrative and operational teams to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred services.
The post holder will be expected to exercise initiative, prioritise conflicting work demands and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, internal and external stakeholders to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality care and an excellent patient experience. This requires the ability to achieve objectives through influence, collaboration and effective stakeholder management.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top. For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Royal Free shared commitments
Essential: - Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments
Education and professional qualifications
Essential
- Degree level qualification or equivalent experience in a healthcare management setting
- Management or leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable: - Further management training
Experience
Essential
- Experience of service management within an NHS setting
- Experience of leading and motivating teams
- Experience of operational performance management
- Experience of service improvement and change management
- Experience of managing administrative services and patient pathways
- Experience of budget management
Desirable: - Experience of business case development and service planning
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Strong leadership and people management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to influence and negotiate effectively
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to interpret complex information and make decisions
- Knowledge of NHS performance standards including Maternity and Neonatal access targets
- Knowledge of governance and risk management processes
- Competent in Microsoft Office and NHS IT systems
- Knowledge of service improvement and project management methodologies
Personal qualities and attributes
Essential
- Demonstrates Royal Free shared commitments and values
- Able to work independently and use initiative
- Organised and able to prioritise competing demands
- Resilient and adaptable in a changing environment
- Collaborative and approachable leadership style
- Commitment to improving patient experience and service quality
- Flexible approach to service needs
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
21 September 2026
Last checked
23 September 2026
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