Job summary
The successful candidate will be a talented and transformational leader, they will need to be enthusiastic and driven, with the willingness to go the extra mile to achieve what is required for patients and services.
Excellent communication skills are necessary, along with the ability to establish credibility at all levels internally and externally and to quickly build relationships within the team and the wider organization. A flexible "can do" attitude and a strong focus on delivery are essential.
Main duties of the job
The North Thames GLH is a globally recognized centre of excellence delivering genomic testing and translational research, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a significant impact at one of the largest centres in Europe. Together with leading academic partners that include The Royal Marsden Hospital, Imperial College, University College London, and Queen Mary University, there is huge potential to continue to deliver ground-breaking innovations that will change the way care is delivered to patients.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description attached.
This job description is intended as an outline of the areas of activity and can be amended in the light of the changing needs of the service and will be reviewed as necessary in conjunction with the post-holder.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the Job Description attached.
This job description is intended as an outline of the areas of activity and can be amended in the light of the changing needs of the service and will be reviewed as necessary in conjunction with the post-holder.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience
- Post graduate management qualification or equivalent level of study
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive Health Care experience
- NHS Operational Management experience at band 7 or equivalent
- Contributing towards business case development and understanding of key requirements of a business case proposal
- Service and Business planning experience
- Wide knowledge of issues facing NHS services and policy direction
- Financial and budget management
Desirable
- Working in partnership with external agencies
- Understanding of lab management and process
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent and communication interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex data / information
- Ability to work successfully with clinical and scientific staff
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement
- Ability to communicate a variety of complex and sensitive information to a range of audiences
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates leadership ability and the ability to work as a member of a team
- Project Management
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Knowledge and Understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- Professional knowledge acquired through degree or equivalent experience
- Post graduate management qualification or equivalent level of study
- Evidence of Continuous Professional Development
Desirable
- Project Management Qualification
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive Health Care experience
- NHS Operational Management experience at band 7 or equivalent
- Contributing towards business case development and understanding of key requirements of a business case proposal
- Service and Business planning experience
- Wide knowledge of issues facing NHS services and policy direction
- Financial and budget management
Desirable
- Working in partnership with external agencies
- Understanding of lab management and process
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Excellent and communication interpersonal skills
- Ability to analyse, interpret and present complex data / information
- Ability to work successfully with clinical and scientific staff
- Ability to demonstrate sound judgement
- Ability to communicate a variety of complex and sensitive information to a range of audiences
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiating, and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates leadership ability and the ability to work as a member of a team
- Project Management
- Ability to work on own initiative within an ever-changing environment.
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
