**Internal MPFT applicants only** - Health Transformation Lead
The closing date is 20 January 2026
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn.
*Internal MPFT applicants only*
We are seeking an exceptional leader to drive the delivery of the Family First Partnership Programme (FFP) to represent health, system wide in Staffordshire. The Family First Partnership Programme is a flagship initiative designed to transform the whole system of help, support and protection for children and families, ensuring timely access to the right support and driving innovation across services.
This is a unique opportunity to lead the health element of a high-profile programme that will shape the future of services for children and families across Staffordshire. You'll work at the heart of a multi-agency partnership, championing change and delivering real, measurable improvements in outcomes. We are looking for a change leader with experience in service transformation, workforce development, and embedding new ways of working.
Main duties of the job
- Coordinate and deliver operational transformation project using quality improvement methodology, ensuring project plans, progress reports and evaluations are all in place. Undertaking all work required to ensure successful delivery and completion of the operational requirements of project as required.- To work closely with the senior management team and identified leads in each function across the care group in supporting the effective development of Families First Partnership Programme and structuring progress delivery.- To act as the single point of contact to ensure regular updates, evidence of best practice or changes applicable to Families First Partnership Programme are communicated across care group and the local authority.- To build strong and productive professional networks across the local authorities, integrated care partnership and local community in the region.- To build effective working alliances with external stakeholders and partners to support the overall strategic objectives, attending stakeholder meetings, conferences or focus groups to enhance this and ensure that Families First Partnership Programme is implemented as required. - To produce reports in relation to Families First Partnership Programme for Board. Refer to Job description for full details
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Details
Date posted
06 January 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum (pro-rata)
Contract
Secondment
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
301-BK-25-7636852
Job locations
Stone Rehabilitation Centre
Stafford Road
Stone
ST15 0HE
Employer details
Employer name
Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Stone Rehabilitation Centre
Stafford Road
Stone
ST15 0HE
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