Job summary
NHS DigiTrials supports clinical trials that are developing new treatments to improve health and care. We provide safe, authorised access to patient data to help trials reach and benefit as many people as possible by building data services across the lifecycle of the clinical trial process.NHS DigiTrials is made up of 4 services that support clinical trials.o Feasibility Service - Works out if there are enough suitable people in England to take part in a particular trial but does not identify individualso Recruitment Service - Uses patient information to identify people who might be suitable for a certain trial - and contacts them to see if they would like to take part.o Communication Service - Keeps trial volunteers, who have consented to receive this information, updated about the progress and results of their trial.o Outcomes Service - Uses patient information for a period of time (agreed with the trial organisation) to show the long-term impact of treatments.
This role is Leeds based, with a Leeds/hybrid working pattern.
Main duties of the job
The Senior Project Manager must have the ability to:o manage the whole lifecycle of a project, reporting on progress and managing risks and issues, escalating where necessaryo effectively plan and think strategically and analyse and resolve problems in a multidisciplinary environment.o build relations with internal and external partners which are critical in securing the strategic objectives of the business.o be responsible for planning and managing handover of new data and digital products and services into business as usual and ensuring these meet agreed acceptance criteria.o manage project delivery using Agile principles and in line with User Centred Design principles.
About us
The 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 a great 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 visithttps://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.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you'll usually need to be paid the 'standard' salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the 'going rate' for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on the Government website.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This advert has attached Assignment Briefs/ information relating to roles currently vacant. However, please be aware that this recruitment may also be used to fill other positions that become vacant after the time of advert, for which Assignment Briefs or team information are not available. This will be limited to roles where the competencies to be assessed and requirements for the role are appropriately similar.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This advert has attached Assignment Briefs/ information relating to roles currently vacant. However, please be aware that this recruitment may also be used to fill other positions that become vacant after the time of advert, for which Assignment Briefs or team information are not available. This will be limited to roles where the competencies to be assessed and requirements for the role are appropriately similar.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing project delivery using Agile principles and in line with User Centred Design principles.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively plan and think strategically and analyse and resolve problems in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Ability to build relations with internal and external partners which are critical in securing the strategic objectives of the business.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of planning and managing handover of new data and digital products and services into business as usual and ensuring these meet agreed acceptance criteria.
- Knowledge of managing the whole lifecycle of a project, reporting on progress and managing risks and issues, escalating where necessary to the project board.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience managing project delivery using Agile principles and in line with User Centred Design principles.
Skills
Essential
- Ability to effectively plan and think strategically and analyse and resolve problems in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Ability to build relations with internal and external partners which are critical in securing the strategic objectives of the business.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of planning and managing handover of new data and digital products and services into business as usual and ensuring these meet agreed acceptance criteria.
- Knowledge of managing the whole lifecycle of a project, reporting on progress and managing risks and issues, escalating where necessary to the project board.
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).
