University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Transformation Support Manager

The closing date is 15 September 2025

Job summary

The Strategic Networks are established to deliver whole system work programmes which are based on the NHS Outcomes Framework. The Strategic Network work with the Hospital Trusts, national Clinical Reference Group Chairs, Regional teams, NHS England, ICBs, and other partners to deliver programmes of work to achieve better outcomes for each patient group.

The Strategic Networks are the link between providers and commissioners. Any recommendations given to both regional and ICB commissioners, must follow the triple aim. This includes consideration of health inequalities in relation to health and wellbeing, ensuring high quality services within their specialities, and sustainable and efficient use of resources. There will be a requirement in some specialities for Strategic Networks to assist and support a mutual aid process.

The Transformation Support Manager is responsible for training, coaching, and supporting employees to run improvement projects and assist with large-scale change programmes. They provide tools and support for improvement initiatives, analyse data, and network with stakeholders to ensure project success.

The role requires effective communication with stakeholders at all levels, from "Ward to Board," and connecting with other networks to identify and transfer best practices. Additionally, the Transformation Support Manager provides project management support to ODN Managers and Programme Managers to ensure successful delivery of projects and programmes.

Main duties of the job

Main Purpose:

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Present project information to senior stakeholders, negotiate and influence the development and approval of new business cases, and ensure all stakeholders are updated and engaged on project progress.
Liaise with patient groups regarding the suitability of solutions for ongoing and future projects. Communicate with a wide range of stakeholders from "Ward to Board," ensuring effective engagement and understanding of project goals.
Implement national guidance for projects, translating technical information into accessible content for non-technical audiences.
Produce regular progress reports for steering groups and stakeholder meetings.

Project Planning and Management

Develop and maintain project plans, artifacts, design, and delivery activities, ensuring they are organized and up-to-date.
Produce and present options appraisals and recommendations for very small, small, and medium-scale projects.
Lead and deliver projects, initiatives, and services on time and cost-effectively.
Support the successful implementation of policy or service changes in collaboration with project and service managers.
Contribute to the development, improvement, and implementation of project methodologies, policies, practices, and artifacts.
Implement and manage risk and issue tracking mechanisms, ensuring proactive resolution and escalation processes.

About us

At UHSussex (UHSx), diversity is our strength, & we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness & experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, & can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) & a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients & staff with the same compassion & empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above & beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our candidate information pack & wellbeing programme,for staff which is extensive & designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching & training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us & throughout your career we will help you to grow & develop.We hope that in choosing UHSx you are choosing a long & happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make & feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application & the start of your journey with UHSx.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

01 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year Per Annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

279-7402352-SEP25

Job locations

Remote working

Brighton

BN25BE

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Purpose:

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Present project information to senior stakeholders, negotiate and influence the development and approval of new business cases, and ensure all stakeholders are updated and engaged on project progress.
Liaise with patient groups regarding the suitability of solutions for ongoing and future projects. Communicate with a wide range of stakeholders from "Ward to Board," ensuring effective engagement and understanding of project goals.
Implement national guidance for projects, translating technical information into accessible content for non-technical audiences.
Produce regular progress reports for steering groups and stakeholder meetings.

Project Planning and Management

Develop and maintain project plans, artifacts, design, and delivery activities, ensuring they are organized and up-to-date.
Produce and present options appraisals and recommendations for very small, small, and medium-scale projects.
Lead and deliver projects, initiatives, and services on time and cost-effectively.
Support the successful implementation of policy or service changes in collaboration with project and service managers.
Contribute to the development, improvement, and implementation of project methodologies, policies, practices, and artifacts.
Implement and manage risk and issue tracking mechanisms, ensuring proactive resolution and escalation processes.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Purpose:

Stakeholder Engagement and Communication

Present project information to senior stakeholders, negotiate and influence the development and approval of new business cases, and ensure all stakeholders are updated and engaged on project progress.
Liaise with patient groups regarding the suitability of solutions for ongoing and future projects. Communicate with a wide range of stakeholders from "Ward to Board," ensuring effective engagement and understanding of project goals.
Implement national guidance for projects, translating technical information into accessible content for non-technical audiences.
Produce regular progress reports for steering groups and stakeholder meetings.

Project Planning and Management

Develop and maintain project plans, artifacts, design, and delivery activities, ensuring they are organized and up-to-date.
Produce and present options appraisals and recommendations for very small, small, and medium-scale projects.
Lead and deliver projects, initiatives, and services on time and cost-effectively.
Support the successful implementation of policy or service changes in collaboration with project and service managers.
Contribute to the development, improvement, and implementation of project methodologies, policies, practices, and artifacts.
Implement and manage risk and issue tracking mechanisms, ensuring proactive resolution and escalation processes.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience
Knowledge

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Experience
Knowledge

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Essential

Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Remote working

Brighton

BN25BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Remote working

Brighton

BN25BE

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)