The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
The Head of Service will be expected to interpret and apply organisational policies and national guidelines to support the delivery of and lead an excellent and efficient service that meets the expectations of the public and commissioner. The post-holder will be accountable for an operational service and will be required to autonomously manage that service within the portfolio of responsibility, ensuring key objectives and performance targets are met. They will also be required to undertake Gold/Strategic Commander duties as part of an on-call rota.
The post-holder will be responsible for supporting ongoing service improvement and development which will include the implementation of operational business plans within their service to support the Trust’s Integrated Medium-Term Plan (IMTP), subsequently translating them into operational activity.
The post-holder will have responsibility for providing leadership and direction to managers within their portfolio as well as providing visible leadership across the Trust. They will be responsible for providing direct line management to their Service Manager(s).
The post-holder will be required to deputise for their Assistant Director of Operations as and when required, inclusive of attending meetings on their behalf.
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Our workforce is made up of over 4,000 remarkable people who contribute to the delivery of world-class patient care across Wales, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether you work in a patient-facing role or within our range of support services, the work that you do enables us to provide high quality care, wherever and whenever we’re needed.
The Trust recognises the need for its workforce to represent the diversity of the population it serves across the whole of Wales and seeks to create an environment where diversity is celebrated and inclusivity matters. We are also keen to break down any barriers into the Trust, and would encourage applications from under-represented groups, including those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ communities and disability groups.
Careers within the Welsh Ambulance Services University NHS Trust are diverse and varied, with opportunities arising right across the service. Whatever your skills and background, you’re sure to find a career with us which is fulfilling, challenging, and rewarding.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Stephanie Platt Job title: Personal Assistant Email address: stephanie.platt@wales.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01792 562990
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