Role Summary

The post holder will provide strong operational leadership within Oncology, Haematology and Medical Physics to ensure transformative, effective, and efficient delivery of cross site services. The Senior Operations Manager will have input into the development and implementation of the Care Group plan which will maintain patient care to the highest levels of safety and effectiveness; ensure efficient and equitable use of resources; promote a culture that is progressive and inclusive; meet the objectives contained within the Trust priorities and operational plan.

About the Role

We are inviting applications for an exceptional Senior Operations Manager (Band 8a) to provide strategic and hands-on operational leadership across Oncology, Haematology and Medical Physics within the Clinical Specialist Services Care Group.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with multiple clinical and administrative professions across both our Northern and Eastern sites. The role offers a stimulating mix of challenge and variety, spanning performance management, service delivery, and operational leadership.

What You'll Be Doing

• Driving performance outcomes and service-level governance
• Leading service development initiatives
• Solving complex staffing challenges across medical and clinical teams
• Providing visible, hands-on operational support across both sites.

What We're Looking For

• Demonstrated senior clinical operational experience
• A strong understanding of cancer pathways and performance
• A versatile skillset to navigate diverse operational challenges
• Proven ability to influence, lead, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

Location & Flexibility

The post is primarily based in Exeter, with a regular commitment of one day per week in Barnstaple to ensure consistent support across the organisation. We're proud to offer flexible working arrangements and are happy to discuss individual preferences.

Benefits

Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.

If you are starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
• Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme

As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

Preference will be given to staff with 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.

The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.