Chief Operating Officer

Overview

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for the role of Chief Operating Officer to serve as a key leader within our Executive Board. This position offers the chance to significantly impact healthcare delivery for Dudley and surrounding areas, overseeing an extensive range of acute, community, and specialist services during a period of considerable growth and change.

Role and Responsibilities

Reporting as a voting member of the Trust Board and Executive Leadership Team, the appointee will provide strategic leadership to ensure safe, high-quality, responsive, and financially sound healthcare services across the organisation. Responsibilities include managing operational performance, spearheading service transformation initiatives, improving patient flow, overseeing urgent and emergency care operations, enhancing productivity, workforce management, and advancing the Trust's strategic goals.

The COO will collaborate closely with the Chief Executive, Executive colleagues, clinical leaders, and system partners to help shape the future of services and influence the development of the wider NHS Group framework.

Candidate Profile

Suitable candidates will be seasoned executive leaders with a robust background in operational excellence within large, complex healthcare settings. They will have proven success in leading transformational changes, driving performance improvements, cultivating high-performing teams, and establishing effective relationships with clinicians, staff, and external stakeholders.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

• Extensive senior leadership experience within the NHS.
• Documented success in achieving sustainable operational and performance enhancements.
• Proven ability to lead large-scale organizational transformation and service redesigns.
• Strong expertise in financial oversight and workforce management.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and persuasive communication skills.
• Dedication to compassionate, inclusive, and visible leadership.

Our Organisation and Vision

The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust serves over 450,000 individuals, offering acute, community, and specialty services. It is recognized for its dedication to quality care, innovation, and continuous improvement. In partnership with Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust as part of a Group model, the Trust is committed to enhancing patient outcomes, fostering community strength, and creating an exceptional workplace, guided by the "Fit for the Future" strategy. This plan emphasizes partnerships, inclusivity, excellence, and continuous advancement.

The strategy focuses on outstanding care delivery, addressing health inequalities, strengthening collaborations, and establishing a sustainable healthcare future locally. This role requires a leader aligned with these values and aspirations to drive the organisation's next development phase.

Additional Information

For inquiries or informal discussions, please contact Diane Wake, Chief Executive, through the Trust's PA, Alison Fisher, via email at Alison.Fisher@nhs.net or by telephone at 01384 456111.