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INTERNAL MPFT APPLICATIONS ONLY* Deputy Operational Lead

Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Fenton Full-time
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  • INTERNAL MPFT APPLICATIONS ONLY\*
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

We have an exciting opportunity for a deputy operational lead in the North and South Podiatry service. You will work closely with the operational leads to support the delivery of Podiatry services and their ongoing development, whilst developing their own leadership skills.

The post allows a mix of home working and office\-based working, with travel to MPFT bases within Staffordshire / Stoke on Trent as required.

You must have excellent IT skills, in addition to great communication skills.

You will be working in partnership with the two Podiatry Operational Leads and the Podiatry team to coordinate services and oversee the patient journey making sure every part of the pathway is patient focussed, efficient and effective, ensuring right person, right place, right time.

CPD is actively encouraged through a variety of training opportunities.

Come and work with us at our award\-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke\-on\-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford \& Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non\-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are ‘United in our Uniqueness’ and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.

Before applying for this rewarding and varied role, we encourage you to view the attached job description and person specification.

You will be given the opportunity to develop skills in Operational management and Leadership within a multi\-disciplinary team, in accordance with Trust values, in the delivery of effective, efficient and high\-quality services for service users.

Work in conjunction with the Operational Lead, General Manager, Operational Manager, Head of Operations, Clinical Lead and Professional Leads to develop and deliver safe and effective services, in accordance with key national targets, clinical standards, service priorities and performance indicators set by local commissioners and Trust policies.

Undertake a team coach role, alongside the Operational Lead/s in planning, co\-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the MSK Service provided to patients.

To deputise for the Operational Lead/s if required to do so.

You will work alongside the Operational Lead/s to support and oversee operational delivery of services at team level; they will be guided to work autonomously in order to address issues impacting on service delivery with overall support and strategic direction from the Operational Manager/Operational Lead/s.

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