Operations Manager

The role of the Operations Manager is fundamentally about the optimal delivery of an efficient, quality

clinical service or services across a regional area or within a larger system wide contract that consistently meet the financial and

operational targets of both the customer and Cora Health. This role will require working closely with clinical delivery to ensure the services we provide also meet internal and external quality requirements. These services may be cross-specialty dependent on geographical area and are subject to change as contracts grow and evolve.

Operations Manager £57,686 - £62,126 Oxfordshire Permanent, Full Time

Are you an experienced operational leader ready to drive performance and service excellence in healthcare?

Join us at Cora Health , where we're transforming community healthcare services on behalf of the NHS. As an Operations Manager, you'll play a key role in leading services, supporting teams, and ensuring we deliver high-quality, efficient, and patient-centred care.

As an Operations Manager, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day operational performance of your services, working closely with clinical and corporate colleagues to ensure safe, effective, and high-performing delivery.

Here's a snapshot of what you'll be doing (full details are in the job description):

Operational Leader - Lead and manage service delivery across your portfolio, ensuring performance against KPIs, quality standards, and contractual requirements

Performance Driver - Monitor and analyse service performance, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, access, and patient outcomes

People Leader - Support and develop teams, creating a positive, high-performing culture where colleagues can thrive

Service Improver - Drive continuous improvement initiatives, supporting pathway optimisation and service transformation

Stakeholder Partner - Build strong relationships with internal teams, commissioners, and system partners to ensure collaborative and effective service delivery

You'll work as part of a collaborative leadership team, playing a key role in shaping and delivering services that make a real difference to patients' lives.

We're looking for a proactive and experienced operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Experience in an operational management role, ideally within healthcare or a similar regulated environment

Strong understanding of performance management, KPIs, and service delivery

Experience leading and developing teams, with a people-focused leadership style

Ability to analyse data and translate insights into action

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

A solutions-focused approach with the ability to manage competing priorities

Experience working within NHS or community healthcare services

Experience managing multi-site or geographically dispersed services

Experience in service transformation, pathway redesign, or mobilisation

Knowledge of healthcare governance and compliance requirements

At Cora Health, we believe that investing in our people means better care for our patients. Alongside a competitive salary, you'll enjoy:

Wellness Support - Access to health and wellbeing resources including GP services, physiotherapy, and mental health support

Recognition & Rewards - Annual awards, incentives, and colleague recognition events

Discounts & Perks - Blue Light Card, Benefits Hub, and healthcare discounts

Sustainability Perks - Cycle to Work scheme and electric car options

Flexible Working - Hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance

Cora Health is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostics, day-case surgery, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedics, and rheumatology services.

We're here to help people thrive - to get back to their best, or to find a new way forward.

If you're an experienced operational leader looking to make a real impact in a growing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now or contact our team at talent@corahealth.co.uk for more information.

Cora is a leading provider of community healthcare services in the UK. We deliver MSK (musculoskeletal) services, diagnostic imaging, day-case surgery, physiotherapy, rehabilitation, podiatry, persistent pain management, mental health, orthopaedic and rheumatology services. We want everyone to have the opportunity to thrive. We help people help themselves, to get back to their best or to simply find a new way forward.

Qualifications

Desirable: - Leadership/Management Qualification to Level 4 or above

Experience

Desirable: - Proven leadership role within a healthcare setting