General Manager - Anaesthetics and Theatres

Employer University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type NHS Site
University Hospitals of Derby and Burton Town Derby
Salary £76,965 - £88,682 per annum
Salary period Yearly
Closing 11/03/2026 23:59
Interview date 25/03/2026

As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together.

Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work.

With over 14,000 members of staff you can expect huge variety and new opportunities every day! Our staff go above and beyond and take pride in caring for our patients.

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust is fully committed to promoting inclusion, equality, diversity and human rights in employment and delivery of its services. The Trust is committed to providing an environment where all employees, patients, carers and visitors experience equality of opportunity by means of understanding and appreciating the value of diversity.

As a Trust we promote an inclusive environment and welcome applications from a diverse pool of talent and backgrounds. All individuals are valued and given every opportunity to succeed based on merit.

The Trust actively encourages applications from members of our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities. These groups are under‑represented in our organisation, and it’s important to us that our workforce reflects the diversity of our communities as much as possible.

Armed Forces and Disability Confident guaranteed interview scheme

To further support the pledges in the Armed Forces Covenant and to make a positive contribution to support ex‑armed forces personnel (veterans) make the transition to civilian life, the Trust has introduced a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for veterans who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification, to help them overcome barriers to find civilian employment. The scheme will operate for all external recruitment.

The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer and committed to both employing and retaining people with disabilities. This commitment is to guarantee an interview for any candidate that has disclosed a disability under the Equality Act 2010 and who meets the essential criteria set out in the person specification. Reasonable adjustments under the Equality Act 2010 will be considered upon request.

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Join us and help make a real difference to our Trust.

Here’s more about the role and what we’re looking for;

Are you looking for a new challenge?

Do you want to be at the helm of cutting‑edge services providing vital services to the local population?

Are you ready to push the boundaries of creative innovation?

Do you have the drive, experience, influence and dedication to deliver high quality performance for the benefit of our patients?

We are looking for an inspirational and visionary leader to lead Anaesthetics and Theatres Business Unit in conjunction with a Clinical Director, Theatre Leads and Matrons.

This is a great opportunity to make a difference and to raise your profile in this key role. As a highly experienced and credible Senior Manager you will be responsible for supporting the Divisional Director and Deputy Divisional Director in directing, guiding and leading the Business Unit, and developing strategic business plans and performance management frameworks and financial targets.

If you think you are the right individual we are looking for to join our high performing team we would like to hear from you.

You will be responsible for:

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