Deputy Divisional Director of Operations | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Dyddiad hysbysebu:	02 Mehefin 2026
Cyflog:	Heb ei nodi
Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog:	£79,504 - £91,609 per annum, pro rata
Oriau:	Llawn Amser
Dyddiad cau:	02 Gorffennaf 2026
Lleoliad:	Hastings, TN37 7RD
Cwmni:	ESHT
Math o swydd:	Parhaol
Cyfeirnod swydd:	8034607/374-LC7726

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Are you an ambitious and inspiring operational leader ready to make a lasting impact on patient care? East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust is seeking an exceptional Deputy Divisional Director of Operations to join our senior leadership team at a pivotal time of transformation and innovation.

We are currently recruiting across two areas:

Women’s and Children’s Services

Diagnostics, Anaesthetics and Surgery (DAS).

Please clearly indicate within your application which division /post you are interested in.


This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare services across one of the largest integrated trusts in the South East. Working alongside senior clinical and executive leaders, you will drive operational excellence, lead complex service improvements, and play a key role in delivering outstanding care for our communities.

As a trusted senior lead, you will influence major decisions, champion innovation, and lead high-performing teams through change and improvement. Whether it’s improving patient flow, reducing waiting times, enhancing productivity, or transforming pathways of care, your leadership will directly contribute to better outcomes for thousands of patients every day.

Join us and help shape the next chapter of healthcare delivery in East Sussex.

Together, we can deliver excellence, inspire change, and improve lives.

The role will involve working closely with the Divisional Director of Operations. You will be working in a tri or quadrumvirate, leading the Care Groups in Division with the Clinical Director and Head of Nursing and Clinical Professions to oversee specific service improvement projects, as well as supporting the implementation of the Divisional strategy and day-to-day operational management of the division.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about delivering exceptional services, and are looking for a role that combines strategic influence with visible operational impact, we would love to hear from you.

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.

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We value the individuality that each candidate brings to the application process. While we understand that AI tools are widely available, we strongly discourage applicants from using AI-generated content when applying for jobs with us. We believe that your application should reflect your true skills, experiences, and motivations, which are best conveyed through your own words and unique perspective.

Using AI for your application may not accurately represent your knowledge, skills, and experience and may result in a disconnect between your qualifications and our assessment of your application.

We encourage applicants to take the time to thoughtfully complete their applications; by doing so, you allow us to better understand your true potential and ensure a fair and transparent evaluation of your application. Over reliance on AI-generated content may diminish your chance of success.

Please refer to the job description attached.

If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.


This advert closes on Tuesday 16 Jun 2026

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