Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Nursing Business and Project Support Manager

The closing date is 03 August 2025

Job summary

The Nursing Business and Project Support Manager is a pivotal role within the Director of Nursing's Office, reporting directly to the Director of Nursing. Working closely with the Deputy Director of Nursing, this role plays a vital part in shaping and driving forward the objectives of the nursing leadership team--ensuring alignment with the Trust's overarching strategy, quality priorities, compliance standards, and business plans.

This is a high-impact position that requires confident, forward-thinking leadership. The post holder will take the lead on a diverse portfolio of projects, acting as a key representative of the Director of Nursing's Office. With responsibility for the development, coordination, and delivery of strategic workstreams, the role demands strong project management skills and the ability to deliver results within tight deadlines and defined budgets.

Main duties of the job

This role provides operational and strategic support to the Director and Deputy Director of Nursing, managing communications, projects, and day-to-day operational issues. It involves leading and coordinating multiple work-streams, projects, and stakeholder groups to deliver nursing and patient safety initiatives across the Trust.

The post holder tracks project progress, oversees compliance with governance frameworks, and ensures effective communication between the Nursing Directorate and staff. Responsibilities also include developing and implementing policies, managing resources and budgets, and supporting recruitment and staff development activities. Additionally, the role involves gathering, analysing, and presenting data to inform decision-making and improve service delivery.

About us

Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.

We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

390-COR-BR-0512

Job locations

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

Job description

Job responsibilities

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should a suitable number of vacancies be received.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this role

For more detailed information on duties and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We look forward to your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should a suitable number of vacancies be received.

VISA Sponsorship is not available for this role

For more detailed information on duties and main responsibilities, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

We look forward to your application!

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level
Evidence of continued professional development through progression

Desirable

Educated to master's degree level
Additional qualifications (project management, service improvement, data and reporting)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Significant experience in the healthcare sector (preferably NHS), with a proven track record in project management, planning, and performance reporting

Desirable

Familiarity with Power BI software for data reporting and visualisation

Communication Skills

Essential

Strong skills in communication

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to degree level
Evidence of continued professional development through progression

Desirable

Educated to master's degree level
Additional qualifications (project management, service improvement, data and reporting)

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Significant experience in the healthcare sector (preferably NHS), with a proven track record in project management, planning, and performance reporting

Desirable

Familiarity with Power BI software for data reporting and visualisation

Communication Skills

Essential

Strong skills in communication

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.

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Broomfield

Court Road

Chelmsford

CM1 7ET

Employer's website

https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)