Job summary
We're one of three areas in England to receive £19m in
Government funding to help people get the support before poor health forces
them out of work. You might hear this described as a 'Health and Growth
Accelerator site'.
This pilot programme brings together the NHS, councils, job
support services, voluntary organisations, and employers to offer joined-up
support for those who need it most.
In the first year, we aim to support around 2,000 people,
including:
- Adults struggling to stay in work due to mental health,
musculoskeletal (MSK) or long-term conditions
- People who are under financial pressure or missing out on
the benefits
- NHS and care staff needing extra support
- Small to medium size employers looking to support staff and
reduce absences.
The role of WorkWell Project
Lead will oversee the on-going development and delivery of WorkWell across
Northumberland and North Tyneside in collaboration with General Practices,
Local Authority and VSCE partners.
Main duties of the job
- Project Management: The project lead oversees the on-going delivery of Work Well across Northumberland and North Tyneside in collaboration with Integrated Care Board (ICB) Local Authority, VCSE and NHS Trust Partners. This includes planning, execution, monitoring, and reporting on project progress.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with various stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, management, and external partners, to ensure that project goals align with NHSE objectives.
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identifying potential risks and issues that may impact the project is crucial. The project lead develops strategies to mitigate these risks and ensures that the project remains on track.
- Communication and Reporting: Regular communication with stakeholders is essential. The project lead presents reports and findings, ensuring that all parties are informed about project developments and outcomes.
About us
TyneHealth was founded in 2006 and became the North Tyneside GP Federation in 2014, representing all of the practices in North Tyneside.
Together with our GP members, we deliver improved health care in the community to over 215,000 residents, by bringing care closer to patients homes.
We work in partnership with commissioners, local hospitals, the third sector and our patients to provide community based, medically-led services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We're one of three areas in England to receive £19m in
Government funding to help people get the support before poor health forces
them out of work. You might hear this described as a 'Health and Growth
Accelerator site'.
This pilot programme brings together the NHS, councils, job
support services, voluntary organisations, and employers to offer joined-up
support for those who need it most.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We're one of three areas in England to receive £19m in
Government funding to help people get the support before poor health forces
them out of work. You might hear this described as a 'Health and Growth
Accelerator site'.
This pilot programme brings together the NHS, councils, job
support services, voluntary organisations, and employers to offer joined-up
support for those who need it most.
Person Specification
Skills Required
Essential
- Leadership- The ability to lead a WorkWell Project Delivery team effectively and foster a collaborative environment is vital for success in this role. There are no direct line management responsibilities with this role.
- Analytical Skills- Strong analytical skills are necessary to assess project performance and make data-driven decisions.
- Communication Skills- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for engaging with diverse stakeholders and presenting complex information clearly.
- Problem Solving Abilities- The project lead must be adept at identifying problems and developing practical solutions to keep the project on track.
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Provide and receive complex information; persuasive, motivational, negotiating is required
- Persuades staff of the importance of the project, negotiates with and motivates sites on project delivery, including linking in with other initiatives, communicates sensitive information about performance and change, makes routine presentations
- Information Resources Regular requirement to develop or create reports, and documents. Maintaining one or more information systems
- Uses a range of IT applications to create reports; maintains project information system
Experience
Essential
- First degree of professional qualification or equivalent and relevant experience
- Project management qualification or equivalent proven experience
- Ability to search, analyse and present information
- Communication skills, including ability to work with others
- To be flexible in approach to meet changing needs of the role as and when required
- Working with external providers in a project lead relationship
- Knowledge of contracting, planning and performance management processes and procedures
- Project Management skills
- High level communication skills, including ability to develop alliances and present complex information in a range of formats
- Commitment to team-working and respect for the skills of others
- Self-motivated, proactive, and innovative
- Able to prioritise work, and work well against a background of change and uncertainty
- Knowledge of NHS primary care, community, and secondary care services
Person Specification
Skills Required
Essential
- Leadership- The ability to lead a WorkWell Project Delivery team effectively and foster a collaborative environment is vital for success in this role. There are no direct line management responsibilities with this role.
- Analytical Skills- Strong analytical skills are necessary to assess project performance and make data-driven decisions.
- Communication Skills- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for engaging with diverse stakeholders and presenting complex information clearly.
- Problem Solving Abilities- The project lead must be adept at identifying problems and developing practical solutions to keep the project on track.
Communication & Relationship Skills
Essential
- Provide and receive complex information; persuasive, motivational, negotiating is required
- Persuades staff of the importance of the project, negotiates with and motivates sites on project delivery, including linking in with other initiatives, communicates sensitive information about performance and change, makes routine presentations
- Information Resources Regular requirement to develop or create reports, and documents. Maintaining one or more information systems
- Uses a range of IT applications to create reports; maintains project information system
Experience
Essential
- First degree of professional qualification or equivalent and relevant experience
- Project management qualification or equivalent proven experience
- Ability to search, analyse and present information
- Communication skills, including ability to work with others
- To be flexible in approach to meet changing needs of the role as and when required
- Working with external providers in a project lead relationship
- Knowledge of contracting, planning and performance management processes and procedures
- Project Management skills
- High level communication skills, including ability to develop alliances and present complex information in a range of formats
- Commitment to team-working and respect for the skills of others
- Self-motivated, proactive, and innovative
- Able to prioritise work, and work well against a background of change and uncertainty
- Knowledge of NHS primary care, community, and secondary care services
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
