Job summary
The NCL ICB and Provider NHS Trusts have committed to redeveloping and improving service for children and young people with Neurodiverse conditions, autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). To support this, we are establishing a Programme Management Team led by a senior clinician and supported by experienced Programme and Project Management resource.
This change programme will be required to:
o Mobilise a NCL wide standardised service model across all 5 Providers
o Implement NCL Standardised Pathway, diagnostic processes and reports
o Assist in the service reconfiguration to have a distinct Borough neurodevelopmental pathway delivered by a team of highly skilled clinicians from a range of professions who can assess and diagnose neurodevelopmental disorders
The Programme Team will be responsible for developing the overall detailed project plans to support the improvements and outcomes as set out in the Project Delivery Plans, reporting into the ND (ASD/ADHD) Steering Committee.
Main duties of the job
The Project Manager has responsibility for the development and delivery of projects assigned to them, they will work across NCL to ensure the lifecycle of projects is documented, managed and supports delivery of the Neurodevelopmental (ASD/ADHD) change programme.
The Project Manager role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects to time, on budget and the appropriate levels of quality. The key Programme is the neuro developmental service improvement work, but other project work associated with improving children's mental health services may be assigned by the Nth London NHS Trust Director of Partnerships and Transformation. These may vary in size and scale and will include some elements of increased complexity such as political sensitivities, technical complexities or significant approach tailoring.
You will deliver projects allocated by the Neuro Developmental Programme Manager and work collaboratively with all members of the Programme Team and operational and support teams. The post holder is responsible for:
Supporting the use of a robust, common project management approach to assist with planning and delivery of the intended outputs and outcomes
Presenting complex information about projects, initiatives and services to a stakeholders
About us
North London NHS Foundation Trust (NLFT) is committed to improving mental health care across North London to deliver excellent services to our local people.Our Five-Year Strategy:
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We will provide consistently high-quality care closer to home.
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With our partners in North London and each borough we will ensure equity of outcome for all
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We will offer great places to work, providing staff with supportive environment to deliver outstanding care.
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We will be more effective as an organisation by pioneering research, quality improvement and technology.
In order to meet the needs of the Trust you may be required from time to time to work at different locations to your normal place of work. This may mean that you are required to work at any location that fall under Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey or Islington. The Trust reserves the right to require staff to work at such other places or locations as it considers reasonable and necessary on a temporary or permanent basis.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Project Manager has responsibility for the development and delivery of projects assigned to them, they will work across NCL to ensure the lifecycle of projects is documented, managed and supports delivery of the Neurodevelopmental (ASD/ADHD) change programme.
The Project Manager role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects to time, on budget and the appropriate levels of quality. The key Programme is the neuro developmental service improvement work, but other project work associated with improving childrens mental health services may be assigned by the Nth London NHS Trust Director of Partnerships and Transformation. These may vary in size and scale and will include some elements of increased complexity such as political sensitivities, technical complexities or significant approach tailoring.
This is not an exhaustive list, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The Project Manager has responsibility for the development and delivery of projects assigned to them, they will work across NCL to ensure the lifecycle of projects is documented, managed and supports delivery of the Neurodevelopmental (ASD/ADHD) change programme.
The Project Manager role is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of projects to time, on budget and the appropriate levels of quality. The key Programme is the neuro developmental service improvement work, but other project work associated with improving childrens mental health services may be assigned by the Nth London NHS Trust Director of Partnerships and Transformation. These may vary in size and scale and will include some elements of increased complexity such as political sensitivities, technical complexities or significant approach tailoring.
This is not an exhaustive list, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Registrations
Essential
- Project management practitioner qualification (e.g., Prince2).
- Degree or relevant management qualification, or significant work-based experience in a middle management role
Desirable
- Project Delivery specialism e.g. oRisk Management oAgile PM oChange Management
- Further education/Training Course certification(s) in change management discipline
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- IT skills: MS Office 365 suite, MS Teams, MS Project, MS SharePoint etc
- Ability to build effective relationships with, and influence, stakeholders
- Able to deliver to time and be able to effectively prioritise and re-prioritise work on a regular basis
Desirable
- Working knowledge of the wider NHS agenda including sound understanding of NHS targets and national initiatives.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Significant track record and experience in successful definition and delivery of projects using a recognised delivery framework (e.g., Prince2)
- Ability to plan and design transformation project plans for each project and proactively monitor overall progress, resolve issues and initiate corrective action as appropriate
- Ability to manage both the dependencies and the interfaces between projects
Desirable
- Experience of project delivery within the NHS
- Experience of Procurement and tendering
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Resilient and determined, with strong negotiation skills and ability to constructively challenge
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask
- Self-aware, motivated, confident and enthusiastic
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Registrations
Essential
- Project management practitioner qualification (e.g., Prince2).
- Degree or relevant management qualification, or significant work-based experience in a middle management role
Desirable
- Project Delivery specialism e.g. oRisk Management oAgile PM oChange Management
- Further education/Training Course certification(s) in change management discipline
Skills/ Abilities
Essential
- IT skills: MS Office 365 suite, MS Teams, MS Project, MS SharePoint etc
- Ability to build effective relationships with, and influence, stakeholders
- Able to deliver to time and be able to effectively prioritise and re-prioritise work on a regular basis
Desirable
- Working knowledge of the wider NHS agenda including sound understanding of NHS targets and national initiatives.
Experience/ Knowledge
Essential
- Significant track record and experience in successful definition and delivery of projects using a recognised delivery framework (e.g., Prince2)
- Ability to plan and design transformation project plans for each project and proactively monitor overall progress, resolve issues and initiate corrective action as appropriate
- Ability to manage both the dependencies and the interfaces between projects
Desirable
- Experience of project delivery within the NHS
- Experience of Procurement and tendering
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Resilient and determined, with strong negotiation skills and ability to constructively challenge
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask
- Self-aware, motivated, confident and enthusiastic
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).