Junior Service Manager

Job description

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the day-to-day operational management of the Surgical Directorate, supporting the delivery of high-quality patient services and ensuring the efficient use of outpatient clinic and theatre capacity. You will take ownership of waiting list validation and performance data, helping to drive service efficiency and support the achievement of key operational targets.

Working closely with the Assistant Service Manager, you will lead on a range of projects and service improvement initiatives, using data and insight to identify opportunities for change and deliver positive outcomes for patients and staff. You will collaborate with colleagues across the Directorate and wider Trust, building strong relationships to support innovation and continuous improvement.
This role is ideal for a motivated and proactive individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, leading improvements, and making a tangible impact on service delivery and patient experience.
Main duties of the job

The postholder is responsible for ensuring the directorate's elective capacity is fully utilised and that effective booking processes are maintained and consistently followed. They will support the reduction of hospital-initiated appointment and treatment cancellations through proactive planning and service coordination.

The postholder will act as a point of escalation for day-to-day operational issues, resolving problems where possible and escalating more complex matters to senior management as required. They will ensure the office environment is organised, professional, and welcoming to staff, patients, and visitors.

In addition, they will lead on specific service improvement projects and support the development and implementation of initiatives that enhance service delivery, operational performance, and patient experience.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting new role? Using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you!

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Job description
Job responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting new role? Using your unique qualities, then we want to hear from you!

For full details about this varied and rewarding role, please see attached job description.

We look forward to your application.

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare environment and/or experience working in a busy office environment

Desirable

• Knowledge of patient administration systems

Qualifications

Essential

• Pass GCSE English or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of Leadership course or leadership/management qualifications

Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Experience working in a healthcare environment and/or experience working in a busy office environment

Desirable

• Knowledge of patient administration systems

Qualifications

Essential

• Pass GCSE English or equivalent

Desirable

• Evidence of Leadership course or leadership/management qualifications

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address

Basildon

Chadwick Drive

Basildon

SS16 5NL

United Kingdom

Employer's website

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Basildon

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

07-08-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No