Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen in the Wessex Cancer Alliance (WCA), hosted by University Hospital Southampton NHS FT (UHS) for a Project Officer to work on a variety of work programmes across the Alliance.
Main duties of the job
If you have experience and enthusiasm to deliver improvements to our services that improve quality, safety and better outcomes for patients then we want to hear from you.
This exciting full-time Project Officer opportunity suits individuals considering a future senior leadership role in the NHS. Whether you are a Graduate, experienced healthcare staff or someone seeking a change of direction this role may interest you.
The cancer alliance works across Wessex to improve services for our patients whilst supporting providers in delivering improvements in cancer services. With the launch of the 10yr cancer plan in Feb 26 the alliance and key stakeholders will be overseeing a variety of workstreams for the next 3yrs focused on improving cancer performance and improving the experience of patients going through cancer treatment. To support these changes we are looking for an individual who will support our programme managers to undertake analytical reviews, create reports based on capacity and demand modelling alongside the review of key cancer pathways to support improvement in performance. Therefore, assimilation of key information and facilitating cohesion across the different work programmes within the cancer alliance to help delivery of the cancer strategy will also form a key part of this role.
About us
University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.
Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.
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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What youll do
The successful applicant will need to have an aptitude to:
Plan service improvement and re-design
Encourage change effectively with senior colleagues in a clinical setting
Professionally support project implementation and delivery
Use improvement methodologies and data to understand and improve processes
Be interested in learning improvement skills through formal and informal training.
What were looking for
The individual will require excellent inter-personal skills to engage with all levels of clinical and managerial staff. Experience of either projectmanagement or service improvement would be an advantage, this is a development role and the post holder would expect to expand their knowledge of these skills while in post. This role will provide exposure and opportunity to engage with other Trusts to share learning.
Additional information
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used byhiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-today responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What youll do
The successful applicant will need to have an aptitude to:
Plan service improvement and re-design
Encourage change effectively with senior colleagues in a clinical setting
Professionally support project implementation and delivery
Use improvement methodologies and data to understand and improve processes
Be interested in learning improvement skills through formal and informal training.
What were looking for
The individual will require excellent inter-personal skills to engage with all levels of clinical and managerial staff. Experience of either projectmanagement or service improvement would be an advantage, this is a development role and the post holder would expect to expand their knowledge of these skills while in post. This role will provide exposure and opportunity to engage with other Trusts to share learning.
Additional information
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used byhiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the Job Description and Main Responsibilities section below. To understand the day-today responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if we receive a large number of applications. We will not accept any applications or queries via agencies, under any circumstances.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- First Degree or equivalent experience/diplomas
- Knowledge and application of a recognised service improvement technique or relevant experience
- Evidence of further training/study/courses
- Evidence of leading and implementing change, influencing behaviour, collaborative working with others
- Experience at a junior level in industry or healthcare sector
- Project management experience
- Facilitation of meetings / groups
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Evidence of structured project management skills and experience
- Experience analysing and interpreting information to present to a variety of audiences.
Desirable
- QSIR practitioner
- Project or change management training
- Working knowledge of more than one improvement methodology
- Previous experience in healthcare setting
- Previous experience of quality / service improvement
- Working knowledge of more than one improvement methodology
- Evidence of some project management support experience
- Experience at junior management level
- Coaching experience
Person Specification
Qualifications, Training, Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- First Degree or equivalent experience/diplomas
- Knowledge and application of a recognised service improvement technique or relevant experience
- Evidence of further training/study/courses
- Evidence of leading and implementing change, influencing behaviour, collaborative working with others
- Experience at a junior level in industry or healthcare sector
- Project management experience
- Facilitation of meetings / groups
- Evidence of leadership qualities
- Evidence of structured project management skills and experience
- Experience analysing and interpreting information to present to a variety of audiences.
Desirable
- QSIR practitioner
- Project or change management training
- Working knowledge of more than one improvement methodology
- Previous experience in healthcare setting
- Previous experience of quality / service improvement
- Working knowledge of more than one improvement methodology
- Evidence of some project management support experience
- Experience at junior management level
- Coaching experience
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
