Job summary
This vacancy holds restrictions - Only available to candidates currently employed by UHD, Dorset County Hospital, Dorset Healthcare NHS Trusts, Dorset Council, BCP Council and NHS Dorset.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Dorset Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust in the role as 'Locality Integration Support Manager', working as part of the Community Services developing Integrated Neighbourhood Teams across Dorset.
Dorset is entering the first year of an ambitious two-year transformation programme to build and embed Integrated Neighbourhood Teams (INTs) as a catalyst for systemwide
change and more localised, joined-up care.
The development of INTs is a complex and evolving process. While we are clear on what needs to be achieved, improving outcomes and experience for people and communities, the how will continue to evolve through delivery. This requires a flexible, learning-led approach that blends delivery oversight with adaptive problem-solving, collaboration and a strong focus on impact.
Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.
This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
Main duties of the job
As a Locality Integration Support Manager, you will support the locality managers and wider management team to support service delivery and the development and integration of community services on a neighbourhood level. This will include interpreting national guidelines in relation to projects the post holder will be leading on.
Working under the Locality Managers the post holder will provide additional operational line management support to the DHC Localities. To support developing integrated and collaborative neighbourhood working across Dorset.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contactdhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Master's degree level education or equivalent
- Project / Programme Management qualification or equivalent
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous personal development including project and programme management
- Experience in the design, development, implementation, and management of change in a complex, political, multiple stakeholder environment
- Programme and project management expertise to develop, coordinate and deliver projects
- Experience in the development of business cases
- Ability to develop and/or improve existing internal processes and gain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels
- The post-holder must be able to work under pressure, deliver within tight deadlines and, consequently, have a flexible / adaptable approach; and Substantial evidence of the ability to involve teams in analysis of situations and solutions development
- Ability to develop new and / or improve existing internal processes and embed within an organisation
- Excellent written communication skills. Able to write clearly and concisely, producing reports, bid responses and business cases
- Ability to develop strong relationships with executive level stakeholders, clinicians and other operational leads
Managerial/Supervisory Experience
Essential
- Experience of operational line management / managing a team / service
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Experience of successfully managing a budget
Information Technology/Resources
Essential
- Required to possess excellent IT skills, including the use of advanced spreadsheet and project packages to analyse and manipulate large amounts of data and produce user-friendly reports
- Ability to interpret complex data from multiple sources, reporting progress clearly and effectively, identifying key risks and issues and ensuring timely mitigation or escalation
- Competency in Microsoft Office; including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision
- Willing to encourage and drive innovation, win support to new initiatives by reconciling conflicts and applying rational thinking
Business Travel
Essential
- Must have the ability to work flexibly and to travel across the county at various sites in own vehicle
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Master's degree level education or equivalent
- Project / Programme Management qualification or equivalent
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Evidence of continuous personal development including project and programme management
- Experience in the design, development, implementation, and management of change in a complex, political, multiple stakeholder environment
- Programme and project management expertise to develop, coordinate and deliver projects
- Experience in the development of business cases
- Ability to develop and/or improve existing internal processes and gain buy-in from stakeholders at all levels
- The post-holder must be able to work under pressure, deliver within tight deadlines and, consequently, have a flexible / adaptable approach; and Substantial evidence of the ability to involve teams in analysis of situations and solutions development
- Ability to develop new and / or improve existing internal processes and embed within an organisation
- Excellent written communication skills. Able to write clearly and concisely, producing reports, bid responses and business cases
- Ability to develop strong relationships with executive level stakeholders, clinicians and other operational leads
Managerial/Supervisory Experience
Essential
- Experience of operational line management / managing a team / service
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Experience of successfully managing a budget
Information Technology/Resources
Essential
- Required to possess excellent IT skills, including the use of advanced spreadsheet and project packages to analyse and manipulate large amounts of data and produce user-friendly reports
- Ability to interpret complex data from multiple sources, reporting progress clearly and effectively, identifying key risks and issues and ensuring timely mitigation or escalation
- Competency in Microsoft Office; including advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Personal Qualities/Attributes
Essential
- Self-motivated with the ability to motivate others
- Ability to work autonomously without direct supervision
- Willing to encourage and drive innovation, win support to new initiatives by reconciling conflicts and applying rational thinking
Business Travel
Essential
- Must have the ability to work flexibly and to travel across the county at various sites in own vehicle
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.
