Job summary
We are seeking an individual who is enthusiastic about supporting clinical services to drive forward improvements in care by utilising their technical project management and leadership skills.
The work within the Care Group is fast paced and driven by innovation. In order to do this the post holder must have an entrepreneurial spirit, a can-do attitude and the ability to drive our projects in a way that puts the patients first but brings all along in a united manner.
The Trust is committed to an approach of flexibility in home working and incentives are available below to help the right candidate make the move. It is essential that the post holder does have the ability to travel. Whilst these are full time posts, flexible working patterns and part time hours would be considered.
We have created a comprehensive benefits package for all team members. Our benefits are flexible and tailored to the individual, but here is just some of what is on offer:
- Agile working would be considered/supported
- Access to CPD (Continued Professional Development)
- Clear salary progression plan in accordance with Agenda for Change
- Access to Occupational Health
- Funded DBS
- Up to 33 days annual leave
- Long service award
- LOVE Awards
- Access to Wellbeing support via our SOOTHE resource
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be required to establish lasting relationships with key personnel within the Care Group and then lead and support the delivery of the agreed projects and initiatives.
The post holder will embody a positive change attitude and approach the delivery of service improvements with both creativity and innovation.
The post holder will support the Care Group in delivering changes that benefit service users and staff.
About us
By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by;
- Supporting your career development and progression
- Excellent NHS Pension scheme
- Generous maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Options for flexible working
- Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional leave
- Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources
- If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients
- Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate
- Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, milage paid at business rates
- Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k
- Free car parking at all trust sites
- Free flu vaccinations every year
- Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met)
And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
The role will work with all portfolios within the Planned Care group and there will be an expectation of some geographical travel requirements however, the post will be remote working based.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
The role will work with all portfolios within the Planned Care group and there will be an expectation of some geographical travel requirements however, the post will be remote working based.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant postgraduate professional qualification equivalent to Diploma / Degree level in a Service or Quality Improvement, or Project Management discipline and in-depth practical experience or be able to demonstrate significant proven practical experience equivalent to this.
- Project/Programme management training or qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Line management experience
- Experience of successfully managing projects at a senior level within medium/large organisations
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams with a proven ability to work collaboratively across professional boundaries.
- Experience of and commitment to partnership work.
- Experience of building strong relationships with staff in clinical and corporate environments.
Desirable
- Background/proven experience in the NHS
- Experience of business planning
- Experience of working in a commercial environment
- Experience of coaching staff members and teams
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues
- Ability to be flexible in approach depending upon the specific work being undertaken
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Good knowledge of national standards and service models
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good IT skills
- Some degree of flexibility in working hours
- Ability to collect, interpret and keep statistical data & produce well written reports.
- Desire to continue to develop professionally and personally.
Desirable
- Experience in MS Project and Programme Management Systems.
- Knowledge/experience of QI / Lean Methodology and how this applies to service development
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- Ability to travel across a geographical area
- Passionate about improving the services we provide for service users.
- Motivated to deliver change for the Care Group.
- Adaptable and flexible in approach to suit the needs of the work being undertaken.
- Resilient under pressure.
- Creative and innovative when it comes to problem solving.
- Positive in approach at all times
- Confident with a high level of drive, enthusiasm and commitment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant postgraduate professional qualification equivalent to Diploma / Degree level in a Service or Quality Improvement, or Project Management discipline and in-depth practical experience or be able to demonstrate significant proven practical experience equivalent to this.
- Project/Programme management training or qualification
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Line management experience
- Experience of successfully managing projects at a senior level within medium/large organisations
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams with a proven ability to work collaboratively across professional boundaries.
- Experience of and commitment to partnership work.
- Experience of building strong relationships with staff in clinical and corporate environments.
Desirable
- Background/proven experience in the NHS
- Experience of business planning
- Experience of working in a commercial environment
- Experience of coaching staff members and teams
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with colleagues
- Ability to be flexible in approach depending upon the specific work being undertaken
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
- Good knowledge of national standards and service models
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Good IT skills
- Some degree of flexibility in working hours
- Ability to collect, interpret and keep statistical data & produce well written reports.
- Desire to continue to develop professionally and personally.
Desirable
- Experience in MS Project and Programme Management Systems.
- Knowledge/experience of QI / Lean Methodology and how this applies to service development
PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
Essential
- Time management skills and the ability to prioritise own workload
- Ability to work to tight deadlines
- Ability to travel across a geographical area
- Passionate about improving the services we provide for service users.
- Motivated to deliver change for the Care Group.
- Adaptable and flexible in approach to suit the needs of the work being undertaken.
- Resilient under pressure.
- Creative and innovative when it comes to problem solving.
- Positive in approach at all times
- Confident with a high level of drive, enthusiasm and commitment.
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).
