Service ManagerNHS

Job summary

These posts are fixed term/secondments until 31/10/2027 to meet the needs of the service.

If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.

Due to the scale and complexity of the transition to the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC), two exciting and unique opportunities have arisen to join Velindre Cancer Service (VCS) as Service Managers, supporting the delivery of this transformational programme.

These fixed-term/secondment roles will provide additional operational leadership and practical delivery support to services as they prepare for one of the most significant developments in the Trust's history. Working across clinical and operational teams, you will help ensure that services are ready to move safely and effectively into the new facility, whilst maintaining high-quality patient care throughout the transition period.

The successful candidates will play a key role in supporting operational readiness, service transition, dual running arrangements and post-move stabilisation. You will work closely with senior operational, clinical and nursing leaders to coordinate readiness activities, manage risks and dependencies, support the implementation of new ways of working and help ensure that services are prepared for sustainable delivery within the new cancer centre.

Main duties of the job

You will plan, coordinate and deliver operational readiness required for the move to the new Velindre Cancer Centre, including:

• Supporting the development and delivery of operational readiness plans across the various services.
• Working with operational and clinical teams to identify readiness gaps, risks and dependencies, developing clear actions and mitigation plans.
• Coordinating readiness evidence across operational areas including patient pathways, workforce, digital systems, operational policies and business continuity arrangements.
• Providing additional operational management capacity to the Directorate to help maintain service performance whilst preparing for transition.
• Supporting the implementation of new operational processes, service models and ways of working.
• Working with services to improve patient flow, scheduling, access and capacity planning arrangements.
• Supporting safe service continuity during the dual-running period and helping teams manage challenges associated with working across current and future facilities.
• Monitoring performance, readiness milestones and benefits realisation, ensuring issues are escalated appropriately through governance structures.
• Facilitating workshops, operational readiness meetings and engagement activities to support staff through change.

Job description

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About us

At Velindre University NHS Trust, we are proud to deliver specialist services across Wales through the Velindre Cancer Centre and Welsh Blood Service, supported by our corporate teams and partnerships with NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership and Health Technology Wales.

As we look to the future, we are preparing for the opening of the new Velindre Cancer Centre (nVCC) in Spring 2027--an exciting milestone that will transform cancer care for our population. Located within easy reach of the vibrant city of Cardiff and the stunning Brecon Beacons, we offer a unique working environment that combines innovation, collaboration and an excellent quality of life.

Since our formation in 1994, our dedicated workforce has remained committed to delivering the principles of prudent healthcare across a wide range of roles. We continue to play a vital role in our communities and have ambitious plans to further improve the services we provide.

Everything we do is underpinned by our Trust values. We are caring, respectful, and accountable in how we work with patients, donors, partners and each other--ensuring we deliver the highest standards of care while continuously striving to improve.

If you want to work for an organisation that makes a real difference, embraces innovation, and offers rewarding career opportunities in an inspiring setting, Velindre University NHS Trust is the place for you.