Job summary
NHS England funds the Internal Medicine Strategic Network (IMSN). We are in the early stages of building a skilled, multidisciplinary team to lead transformation across specialised services. This is a formative phase that offers the opportunity to help shape how the Strategic Network operates and delivers impact across Cardiac, Renal, and Vascular Operational Delivery Networks.
Main duties of the job
As a Transformation Support Manager, you will enable the design and delivery of improvement projects across Cardiac, Renal and Vascular pathways. Partnering with ODN Managers and clinical leaders, you will apply structured methodologies to turn strategy into measurable outcomes, ensuring projects are governed, evidenced and sustainable.
About us
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and 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, and can offer abuddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached job description and information pack for a detailed outline of responsibilities
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please review the attached job description and information pack for a detailed outline of responsibilities
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria. For example, applicants for the Senior HCA role must be able to evidence a minimum of 2 years experience in the same role to qualify for sponsorship.
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to masters level or equivalent experience in a role where quality improvement is key
- Qualification in Service or Quality Improvement techniques or relevant experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Project management training
- Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery of projects.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement, including working with clinical and non-clinical staff, patients, and external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse data and produce comprehensive reports to inform decision-making.
- Experience in training, coaching, and supporting staff in improvement projects and change management.
- Familiarity with national guidelines and standards for healthcare projects.
Desirable
- Facilitation training.
- Experience of working as part of a project team to deliver new models of care.
- Experience of working across multiple organisations to deliver change.
- Experience of coaching staff to deliver projects or changes.
Skills
Essential
- High level of emotional resilience to manage a demanding workload and handle sensitive issues.
- Ability to manage stress effectively, especially in high-pressure situations.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- Strong leadership skills to provide oversight, direction, and support to project teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively within the network and with external stakeholders to achieve common goals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex issues and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to make informed decisions that impact project success and stakeholder engagement.
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
- Understanding of the pressures facing the NHS.
- Able to extract, analyse and present information - qualitative and quantitative.
- Excellent up to date IT (Information Technology) skills including the use of Microsoft Teams, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Planner, social media for educational purposes & other web-based systems.
Technical & Analytical
Essential
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation to inform decision-making and project improvements.
- Strong IT skills, including the use of project management software and data management tools.
- Experience in benchmarking and auditing services to identify areas for improvement.
- Knowledge of financial management, including budget planning, forecasting, and reporting.
Freedom to Act
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, liaise and coordinate the Management Team on a day-to-day basis and to take appropriate action as necessary.
- Identify and adhere to best practice.
- Responsible for own professional actions and have sufficient autonomy for the delivery of the role.
- Able to interpret national and local guidance and to develop local policies to reflect these standards.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Person Specification
Experience/ Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to masters level or equivalent experience in a role where quality improvement is key
- Qualification in Service or Quality Improvement techniques or relevant experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Project management training
- Proven experience in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery of projects.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement, including working with clinical and non-clinical staff, patients, and external partners.
- Demonstrated ability to analyse data and produce comprehensive reports to inform decision-making.
- Experience in training, coaching, and supporting staff in improvement projects and change management.
- Familiarity with national guidelines and standards for healthcare projects.
Desirable
- Facilitation training.
- Experience of working as part of a project team to deliver new models of care.
- Experience of working across multiple organisations to deliver change.
- Experience of coaching staff to deliver projects or changes.
Skills
Essential
- High level of emotional resilience to manage a demanding workload and handle sensitive issues.
- Ability to manage stress effectively, especially in high-pressure situations.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
- Strong leadership skills to provide oversight, direction, and support to project teams.
- Ability to work collaboratively within the network and with external stakeholders to achieve common goals.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex issues and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to make informed decisions that impact project success and stakeholder engagement.
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues.
- Understanding of the pressures facing the NHS.
- Able to extract, analyse and present information - qualitative and quantitative.
- Excellent up to date IT (Information Technology) skills including the use of Microsoft Teams, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Planner, social media for educational purposes & other web-based systems.
Technical & Analytical
Essential
- Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation to inform decision-making and project improvements.
- Strong IT skills, including the use of project management software and data management tools.
- Experience in benchmarking and auditing services to identify areas for improvement.
- Knowledge of financial management, including budget planning, forecasting, and reporting.
Freedom to Act
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously, liaise and coordinate the Management Team on a day-to-day basis and to take appropriate action as necessary.
- Identify and adhere to best practice.
- Responsible for own professional actions and have sufficient autonomy for the delivery of the role.
- Able to interpret national and local guidance and to develop local policies to reflect these standards.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential
- Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
- Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
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
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)
Address
Home contract
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Worthing
BN11 2DH
Employer's website
https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
