Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Ophthalmology Care Group for an Associate Care Group Manager. This role is ideal for someone looking to progress into a Care Group Manager or Senior Service Manager position within acute hospital management.

As part of the Ophthalmology management team, you will play a key role in supporting the operational delivery of high quality, patient centred services across our eye emergency, theatre, inpatient and outpatient pathways.

Joining at a pivotal time of recovery and transformation, you will contribute to improving RTT performance, reducing backlogs, and enhancing patient experience across one of the largest eye units on the south coast.

Reporting to the Care Group Manager and working closely with clinical leads, matrons and operational manager team, you will support workforce planning, service improvement, and pathway redesign. Your work will help drive improvements in patient flow, productivity, and overall service performance, supporting the organisation’s objectives for high quality, timely care.

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual with operational management experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast paced and complex environment. This is an excellent opportunity to play a central role in delivering sustainable service recovery and transformation within a large and complex clinical service.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

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At UHS, we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients. 

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.