exceptional Associate Director of Medicine

We are seeking an exceptional Associate Director of Medicine to join our senior leadership team and help shape the future of clinical services. As a key member of both the Care Group and Trust Senior Leadership Team, you will work in partnership with the Associate Medical Director and Associate Director of Nursing to lead the strategic and operational delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care. Together, you will drive performance, quality, and improvement across a complex, multi-disciplinary environment. You will be the senior operational leader for the Group of Directorates, with responsibility for performance, quality, finance, and workforce delivery. This includes meeting national and local targets, delivering productivity and efficiency plans, and developing robust business plans to support sustainable services. This is a high-impact role for a confident leader who thrives in complexity, builds strong relationships, and delivers results at pace. Join us and make a real difference at system leadership level., Reporting into the Deputy Chief Officer , some of your responsibilities will include, patient-centred care · Place patients and families at the heart of decision-making · Promote care delivery as close to home as possible · Balance individual and population needs within available resources · Lead delivery of national targets and strive to exceed them locally · Drive continuous improvement through benchmarking and best practice · Develop and empower colleagues while holding high performance standards · Build strong partnerships across health, social care, academia and the wider community, At Sheffield Children's, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we're building a workplace where everyone belongs. #LI-Onsite

• This role has been assigned the occupation code 1171 using the CASCOT coding tool. To check the eligibility of this code for sponsorship and right to work please visit - UKVI web address https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-eligible-occupations-and-codes
  
  At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise. We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England - and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire - in the latest NHS Staff Survey. Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values - Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence - to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported. As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health. We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts - helping you thrive at work and beyond.