Job summary
Who is the scheme for? University College London Hospitals are seeking top class leaders of the future with the potential to make a difference at one of the biggest and most reputable NHS trusts in the country. You'll be ambitious, have a drive to succeed and a determination to support the delivery of the best care for all patients. We ask for at least a 2.2 degree in any subject, and applications are welcome from those with clinical and non-clinical NHS backgrounds. There is no age limit but a hunger to improve services and commitment to the NHS are essential.
Why should you apply?
- Opportunity to work at one of the biggest and most reputable NHS trusts in the country nestled in the centre of London.
- A comprehensive support structure including regular time with senior leaders, a strong in-trust trainee network and academic support.
- A £37,578.60 starting salary, rising to £39,709.50 in year 2 (inclusive HCAS).
- Excellent progression opportunities, with the majority of trainees moving into Band 7 roles post scheme.
- A fully sponsored Level 7 Apprenticeship in Senior Leadership from Henley Business School
- Two unique placements which are designed to give you a range of experiences so that you can learn, develop, and move into more senior leadership positions upon completion of the scheme.
Main duties of the job
Starting in September 2024 the LMTS scheme lasts for 24 months and is inclusive of two placements. Throughout their placements trainees will develop skills such as project and financial management, service improvement, managing teams, leadership and change management.
Placements:
Previous trainees have been placed in a number of services ranging from the Emergency Department, Oncology to the Trust's Strategy team. For further information on prospective placements, join one of the online Q&A sessions detailed below.
Developing your Leadership SkillsAs part of the scheme you will undertake a formal leadership programme leading to a Post-Graduate Diploma in Leadership. You will receive a tailored development plan to develop your leadership and management skills. You will have the support of a mentor & will be part of an action learning set with fellow trainees. These are all designed to complement the practical skills developed while on placement, and to augment your natural desire to improve our patients' services and become a great leader.
Where will the scheme be located? Your placements could take place across any of UCLH's sites, including UCH Tower, Queen Square & Westmoreland Street.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
- University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
- National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
- Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
- University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
- Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
- University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
- The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
- University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
At UCLH, we have a real 'One Team' ethos, and our values - safety, kindness, teamwork and improving, are central to the way we work. This is supported by our staff, who voted us as the #1 NHS Acute Trust to work for in the whole of England.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Important guidance for candidates
The UCLH Leadership Model will underpin your journey on the Leadership and Management Training Programme (LMTS), and for the purpose of shortlisting we will be assessing applications against the four essential dimensions of the UCLH Leadership Model which are;
- Dimension 1: Create goals and work-plan
- Dimension 2: Create conditions for improvement
- Dimension 3: Develop individual and team capability
- Dimension 4: Manage performance for results
How do I apply? The selection process will consist of online psychometric testing, virtual assessment and virtual interview. Our virtual assessment centres typically take place in June.
Please note that candidates will be asked to complete a number of virtual online assessments so access to a computer/device with video/audio facilities is essential.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Important guidance for candidates
The UCLH Leadership Model will underpin your journey on the Leadership and Management Training Programme (LMTS), and for the purpose of shortlisting we will be assessing applications against the four essential dimensions of the UCLH Leadership Model which are;
- Dimension 1: Create goals and work-plan
- Dimension 2: Create conditions for improvement
- Dimension 3: Develop individual and team capability
- Dimension 4: Manage performance for results
How do I apply? The selection process will consist of online psychometric testing, virtual assessment and virtual interview. Our virtual assessment centres typically take place in June.
Please note that candidates will be asked to complete a number of virtual online assessments so access to a computer/device with video/audio facilities is essential.
This vacancy may close before the current listed closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Education
Essential
- Educated to degree level with a minimum of a 2:2 in any subject*
Previous experience
Essential
- Track record of delivery against targets/objectives [Dimension 4]Experience of delivering administrative and clerical services [Dimension 4] Experience of staff supervision [Dimension 3]
Desirable
- Experience of delivering administrative and clerical services [Dimension 4]
- Experience of staff supervision [Dimension 3]
Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
- A good understanding of the changing NHS environment [Dimension 3]
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills [Dimension 3]
- Ability to build rapport quickly and easily with a wide variety of stakeholders [Dimension 2]
- Leadership and influencing skills [Dimension 3]
- Ability to analyse complex problems and to develop practical solutions [Dimension 1]
- Ability to think and act strategically [Dimension 1]
- Ability to prioritise effectively and respond to changing demands [Dimension 4]
- Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources. [Dimension 4]
- Ability to interpret and apply national and local healthcare policy [Dimension 1]
- IT literate with ability to use all Microsoft Office applications
Additional Information
Essential
- A commitment to improving patient services [Dimension 2]
- Proactive and flexible in approach and attitude [Dimension 2]
- A strong sense of personal and team accountability [Dimension 1]
- Strong sense of commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role. [Dimension 4]
OTHER
Essential
- Right to remain and work in the United Kingdom. If you are here on a visa, your visa length must exceed the length of the apprenticeship course. Candidates must have been resident in the UK for the previous three years at start of study (depending on visa status). Candidates must live in England.
- Candidates must not be in any other funded training through the Adult Education Budget (AEB) or from the Department for Education (DfE)
Person Specification
Qualifications/ Education
Essential
- Educated to degree level with a minimum of a 2:2 in any subject*
Previous experience
Essential
- Track record of delivery against targets/objectives [Dimension 4]Experience of delivering administrative and clerical services [Dimension 4] Experience of staff supervision [Dimension 3]
Desirable
- Experience of delivering administrative and clerical services [Dimension 4]
- Experience of staff supervision [Dimension 3]
Skills/ Knowledge/ Ability
Essential
- A good understanding of the changing NHS environment [Dimension 3]
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills [Dimension 3]
- Ability to build rapport quickly and easily with a wide variety of stakeholders [Dimension 2]
- Leadership and influencing skills [Dimension 3]
- Ability to analyse complex problems and to develop practical solutions [Dimension 1]
- Ability to think and act strategically [Dimension 1]
- Ability to prioritise effectively and respond to changing demands [Dimension 4]
- Ability to manage and deliver to deadlines and within resources. [Dimension 4]
- Ability to interpret and apply national and local healthcare policy [Dimension 1]
- IT literate with ability to use all Microsoft Office applications
Additional Information
Essential
- A commitment to improving patient services [Dimension 2]
- Proactive and flexible in approach and attitude [Dimension 2]
- A strong sense of personal and team accountability [Dimension 1]
- Strong sense of commitment to openness, honesty and integrity in undertaking the role. [Dimension 4]
OTHER
Essential
- Right to remain and work in the United Kingdom. If you are here on a visa, your visa length must exceed the length of the apprenticeship course. Candidates must have been resident in the UK for the previous three years at start of study (depending on visa status). Candidates must live in England.
- Candidates must not be in any other funded training through the Adult Education Budget (AEB) or from the Department for Education (DfE)
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).
