Head and Neck Unit Manager
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust
Bolton, BL4 0JRView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
6 October 2026
7 days leftJob description
Part-time 34.5 hours per week. Permanent post. The Head and Neck Unit Manager is responsible for the operational, clinical and strategic management of...
The Head and Neck Unit Manager is responsible for the leadership, operational management and continuous development of Head and Neck services, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective and patient-centred care across ENT, Maxillofacial, Oral Surgery and Head and Neck cancer pathways.
The post holder provides visible leadership to multidisciplinary teams, ensuring appropriate workforce planning, staff development, performance management and effective deployment of resources to meet service demands. They oversee the day-to-day management of services, ensuring compliance with national standards, cancer targets, Trust objectives and regulatory requirements.
Working closely with consultants, matrons, clinical nurse specialists and operational colleagues, the Unit Manager coordinates complex patient pathways, supports service transformation and drives quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and experience. They are responsible for monitoring performance, managing budgets, identifying and mitigating risks, and ensuring efficient use of resources.
The role leads on governance activities including incident investigation, complaint management, audit, assurance processes and implementation of learning to improve safety and quality. The post holder will develop strong partnerships with tertiary centres, cancer networks and external organisations to ensure seamless care across organisational boundaries.
Bolton NHS Foundation Trust is one of the North West's busiest healthcare providers, delivering high-quality care at Royal Bolton Hospital and across 20+ community sites. Serving around 320,000 people in Bolton and Greater Manchester, the Trust employs over 6,000 staff and is rated'Good'by the Care Quality Commission. Our services include emergency care, maternity, surgical specialties, and community health, all underpinned by our values: Vision, Openness, Integrity, Compassion, and Excellence.
- Professional Development - Training opportunities and ongoing learning.
- Supportive Culture - Collaborative team environment.
- Impactful Work - Help improve and implement digital tools and technologies to enhance patient care and staff efficiency.
- Variety & Challenge - EPR changes, clinical safety standards, clinical process mapping, and supporting technical projects.
- Commitment to Equality & Wellbeing - Thrive in an inclusive, respectful workplace that champions diversity and prioritises your health, and overall wellbeing.
Qualifications & Registration
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Registered healthcare professional (NMC, HCPC or equivalent professional registration)
- Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
- Head and neck qualifications / experience
Desirable: - Masters Degree or equivalent experience; - Leadership qualification or equivalent experience
Experience
Essential
- Substantial clinical experience at a senior level in the relevant profession
- Recent clinical practice
- Teaching and mentoring in clinical practice
- Experience of leadership/management in a MDT role
- Recent experience Implementing change, leading a quality improvement initiative/ project
Desirable: - Experience managing Head and Neck cancer pathways.; - Experience of budget management and business planning.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS policies, standards and regulatory requirements.
- Knowledge of clinical governance, patient safety, risk management and quality improvement methodologies.
Desirable: - Understanding of commissioning and healthcare strategy.
How to apply
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Provenance
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First seen
29 September 2026
Last checked
29 September 2026
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