Job summary
An
exciting opportunity has arisen to provide direction and programme leadership
to one of the key priority programmes within the newly formed system
transformation directorate here in the Bradford district and Crave Place,
part of the West Yorkshire Integrated Care Board (ICB).
The
priority director for Access to Care reports to the Director of System
Transformation and supports multi-organisational and multi-sector senior
leadership teams.
The
Access to Care priority has responsibility for urgent care, planned care and
long- term conditions, and the role has responsibility for the management of
the business functions including transformation, delivery, business as usual
and performance management and leadership of the team.
Main duties of the job
The
post requires you to have a thorough and broad perspective of the whole
health and care environment in Bradford district and Craven as well as
experience of managing a complex programme of work with multiple projects and
service areas. The post holder must
be able to demonstrate a good understanding of the commissioning and provider
operating environment and the direction of travel for our Place and system in
respect of our Act as One ethos and principles.
This
is a system role hosted by WY ICB on behalf of the Bradford District and
Craven health and care partnership.
About us
NHS
West Yorkshire ICB is responsible for improving population health and reducing
inequalities to meet the diverse health needs of its population and is part of
the West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership which includes organisations,
local councils, health and care providers and voluntary, community and social
enterprise organisations.
We
are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diversity,
viewing it as a key strength aligned with our mission and values. We believe
diverse ideas and backgrounds enhance creativity and improve patient outcomes.
We are committed to creating a supportive workplace where
contributions are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and colleagues can reach
their full potential. We welcome applications from all areas of the community,
who meet the criteria for the role, regardless of their protected
characteristics.
We operate a Carer friendly working environment, encouraging
Carers to self-identify themselves and offer a working Carer passport.As a Mindful Employer, we are positive and
enabling towards all employees and job applicants with a mental health
condition.As a Disability
Confident Employer, wecommit to shortlisting suitable
applicants who meet the essential criteria for an interview. Please inform us
of any adjustments you may require.
We reserve the right to
close this job advert early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Access to Care Priority Director is a key leadership role carrying individual
and functional responsibility for leading and driving forward the
implementation of the Access to Care Programme on behalf of the BDC HCP
within the WY ICB.
The
Access to Care priority is one of five priority programmes within Bradford
District and Craven Health and Care Partnership (BDC HCP) where partners
across the system transform outcomes and experience for our population based
on population health insight. The
priority programmes will change over time in order to focus transformation on
the specific priority areas defined within our strategy. As such the role focus may change in line
with the changing strategy and operational plan for the BDC HCP.
The
priority has responsibility for urgent care, planned care and long term
conditions including cancer, and the role has responsibility for the
management of the business functions including transformation, delivery,
business as usual and performance management and leadership of the team. The
post holder will be the lead for identified work streams and will be
responsible for devising and implementing the detailed work programme to
deliver these workstreams with contributions from colleagues and from system
partners.
Working
with heads of programmes and support teams, the post holder will be
responsible for providing programme management expertise, designing the
programme and work stream structure for each of the work streams in
conjunction with work stream leads/project managers.
Demonstrating
well-honed political, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills, the
post holder will be able to hold work stream leads and project managers to
account in an appropriate manner and support the clinical leadership
arrangements for the programme.
They
will manage highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, work
processes, financial information and strategic objectives, and will be able
to recognise and overcome significant barriers to successful change
processes. They will ensure
communications about the priority are presented diplomatically, honestly and
with sensitivity so that optimal working relationships are maintained and
developed to the benefit of patients and the wider population.
The
post holder will support the leadership for the programme made up of
executive leads from partner organisations, one of whom will be the SRO - and
will work closely with other Programme/Priority Directors across BDC HCP
The WYICB committed to
supporting staff who are at risk of redundancy or are on pay protection. As
such, we reserve the right to pause or withdraw this vacancy if an application
is received from an individual in one of these categories, in line with our organisational
policies.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The
Access to Care Priority Director is a key leadership role carrying individual
and functional responsibility for leading and driving forward the
implementation of the Access to Care Programme on behalf of the BDC HCP
within the WY ICB.
The
Access to Care priority is one of five priority programmes within Bradford
District and Craven Health and Care Partnership (BDC HCP) where partners
across the system transform outcomes and experience for our population based
on population health insight. The
priority programmes will change over time in order to focus transformation on
the specific priority areas defined within our strategy. As such the role focus may change in line
with the changing strategy and operational plan for the BDC HCP.
The
priority has responsibility for urgent care, planned care and long term
conditions including cancer, and the role has responsibility for the
management of the business functions including transformation, delivery,
business as usual and performance management and leadership of the team. The
post holder will be the lead for identified work streams and will be
responsible for devising and implementing the detailed work programme to
deliver these workstreams with contributions from colleagues and from system
partners.
Working
with heads of programmes and support teams, the post holder will be
responsible for providing programme management expertise, designing the
programme and work stream structure for each of the work streams in
conjunction with work stream leads/project managers.
Demonstrating
well-honed political, interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills, the
post holder will be able to hold work stream leads and project managers to
account in an appropriate manner and support the clinical leadership
arrangements for the programme.
They
will manage highly complex, confidential and sensitive information, work
processes, financial information and strategic objectives, and will be able
to recognise and overcome significant barriers to successful change
processes. They will ensure
communications about the priority are presented diplomatically, honestly and
with sensitivity so that optimal working relationships are maintained and
developed to the benefit of patients and the wider population.
The
post holder will support the leadership for the programme made up of
executive leads from partner organisations, one of whom will be the SRO - and
will work closely with other Programme/Priority Directors across BDC HCP
The WYICB committed to
supporting staff who are at risk of redundancy or are on pay protection. As
such, we reserve the right to pause or withdraw this vacancy if an application
is received from an individual in one of these categories, in line with our organisational
policies.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level in relevant discipline, or have equivalent level of knowledge and/or experience
Desirable
- MSP, PRINCE2 or equivalent experience in programme methodology
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record at a senior level of mangement of complex change and development of strategic plans within a complex organisation, or a group of organisations
- Significant experience and expertise in providing senior leadership and management to staff groups and teams
- Experience of conveying complex concepts and issues to all levels of staff
- Experience of working with politicians, senior management and senior clinicians across the breadth of health and care service, and conveying complex concepts effectively
- Understanding the dynamics of a multi-provider and commissioner collaboration
- Significant commissioning expertise in a health and care environment
Desirable
- Demonstrates a flexible and adaptable leadership style in order to achieve successful outcomes in a timely manner
- A breadth of knowledge and understanding of the Bradford district and Craven health and care system, its aim and aspiration
skills and behaviours
Essential
- Ability to understand and analyse complex issues, drawing on the breadth of data that needs to inform decision making, and the wisdom to ensure it is used appropriately X
- Able to demonstrate considerable communication, negotiation and relationship building skills. X
- Have the confidence to question information and explanations supplied by others, who may be experts in their field.
Desirable
- Able to influence and persuade others, articulating a balanced, not personal view, and to engage in constructive debate.
- Able to balance competing priorities and make difficult decisions
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to Masters level in relevant discipline, or have equivalent level of knowledge and/or experience
Desirable
- MSP, PRINCE2 or equivalent experience in programme methodology
Experience
Essential
- Proven track record at a senior level of mangement of complex change and development of strategic plans within a complex organisation, or a group of organisations
- Significant experience and expertise in providing senior leadership and management to staff groups and teams
- Experience of conveying complex concepts and issues to all levels of staff
- Experience of working with politicians, senior management and senior clinicians across the breadth of health and care service, and conveying complex concepts effectively
- Understanding the dynamics of a multi-provider and commissioner collaboration
- Significant commissioning expertise in a health and care environment
Desirable
- Demonstrates a flexible and adaptable leadership style in order to achieve successful outcomes in a timely manner
- A breadth of knowledge and understanding of the Bradford district and Craven health and care system, its aim and aspiration
skills and behaviours
Essential
- Ability to understand and analyse complex issues, drawing on the breadth of data that needs to inform decision making, and the wisdom to ensure it is used appropriately X
- Able to demonstrate considerable communication, negotiation and relationship building skills. X
- Have the confidence to question information and explanations supplied by others, who may be experts in their field.
Desirable
- Able to influence and persuade others, articulating a balanced, not personal view, and to engage in constructive debate.
- Able to balance competing priorities and make difficult decisions
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).
