Job summary
Do you aspire to be a clinical leader of the future? Would you relish the opportunity to play a part in delivering the commitments of the NHS Long Term Workforce Plan in the north west region as part of a newly formed Health and Care Education team?
We are looking for highly motivated, HCPC-registered allied health professionals (AHP) to support our senior clinical leadersto deliver on workforce priorities at a regional level. The scheme is ideal for emerging clinical/professional leaders who are interested in developing their systems thinking, strategic leadership, and project management skills.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of workforce policy and gain experience ofworking at a system level. You will be part of a cohort of Clinical Fellows from a variety of professional backgrounds. The part-time nature of the post will enable you to continue your clinical practice and put your newfound skills and understanding to use straight away. You will need to secure support from your substantive employer to release you for the duration of the secondment and to work with us to support your development via a tripartite arrangement.
You need to be able to evidence existing managerial experience, the ability to lead, empower and motivate others, and knowledge of NHS policies. Successful delivery is dependent on the ability to build relationships with a range of stakeholders.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to lead on a defined workforce development/improvement project across the region and share the outcomes from your work with key stakeholders at the end of the year, in addition to supporting the Allied Health Professions team deliver their business plan.
As part of your secondment you will have protected learning time to enable you to undertake a recognised development programme such as theNHS Leadership Academy Foundations in System Leadership programme, or other appropriate option. You will also have access to development opportunities surrounding project management andwork with a formal coach/mentor.
After fellowship completion, you will have the opportunity to be part of an NHS England Clinical Fellows Alumni for 12 months to support you with continued career development.
In the North West Workforce, Education & Training Directorate we are committed to creating a supportive, inclusive culture and a workforce which represents the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and we encourage applications from candidates with neurodiversity, disabilities, and candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds who are currently under-represented in our workforce.
About us
In April 2023, NHS England, NHS Digital, and Health Education England merged to create a new, single organisation to lead the NHS in England. This new NHS England is designed to create a simpler, smaller, high performing, organisation that leads the NHS more effectively and is a better place to work. Speaking with one voice to the service.
The new NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS agreat place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/ .
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The AHP Clinical Fellow role (Urgent and Emergency Care) will provide clinical and transformational leadership to maximise the contribution of AHPs and optimise AHP workforce productivity in UEC services. You will work collaboratively with systems, employers and universities to review and agree targeted support to address priority actions for workforce development/improvement in UEC services, which includes intermediate care and community rehabilitation.
The post is offered as a secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months on a part-time basis, alongside your existing clinical/professional role. The post is offered as a hybrid arrangement, there is an expectation that you will work from a NHS England North West office base at least one day per week with the remainder of the time working from home. Travel across the north west region may be required.
Applicants will commence at the bottom of Band 8a with a full-time starting salary of £50,952.
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only. Agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting theapplication.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The AHP Clinical Fellow role (Urgent and Emergency Care) will provide clinical and transformational leadership to maximise the contribution of AHPs and optimise AHP workforce productivity in UEC services. You will work collaboratively with systems, employers and universities to review and agree targeted support to address priority actions for workforce development/improvement in UEC services, which includes intermediate care and community rehabilitation.
The post is offered as a secondment opportunity for a period of 12 months on a part-time basis, alongside your existing clinical/professional role. The post is offered as a hybrid arrangement, there is an expectation that you will work from a NHS England North West office base at least one day per week with the remainder of the time working from home. Travel across the north west region may be required.
Applicants will commence at the bottom of Band 8a with a full-time starting salary of £50,952.
You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.
Secondments
Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only. Agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting theapplication.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered allied health professional with current HCPC registration.
- Educated to master's degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Competent with Microsoft products with the ability to present effectively for a range of audiences using Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment.
- Experience of negotiating with and influencing senior managers, project leads and staff at all levels of seniority.
- Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments.
- Experience of managing risks and reporting.
- Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT level.
- High level understanding of the NHS and current issues facing the NHS workforce
Skills, Capabilities and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience of working with groups and ensuring collaborative working.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Commitment to delivering and improving quality of care.
- Working together for patients.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered allied health professional with current HCPC registration.
- Educated to master's degree level in relevant subject or equivalent level qualification or significant experience of working at a similar level in specialist area.
- Competent with Microsoft products with the ability to present effectively for a range of audiences using Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of successfully operating in a politically sensitive environment.
- Experience of negotiating with and influencing senior managers, project leads and staff at all levels of seniority.
- Demonstrated experience of co-ordinating projects in complex and challenging environments.
- Experience of managing risks and reporting.
- Experience of drafting briefing papers and correspondence at SMT level.
- High level understanding of the NHS and current issues facing the NHS workforce
Skills, Capabilities and Attributes
Essential
- Ability to build relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience of working with groups and ensuring collaborative working.
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Commitment to delivering and improving quality of care.
- Working together for patients.
Additional information
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).
