Bradford Care Alliance

Operations Assistant

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Job summary

This in an entry level post where the post holder will be supported and developed to take on increasing responsibility for supporting the BCA operational delivery and contracting function. The post will be focused on providing service delivery support, contracting support and performance management to BCAs service provision. The post will be supported by the Operational Delivery and Performance Manager and assisted in their duties by the BCA service development and operational team.

Main duties of the job

• To support the operational delivery, contract and performance portfolio for all BCA service provider provision.

• Supporting contractual expectations and compliance by ensuring early identification of issues and initiating timely, effective intervention to ensure that contractual plans and targets are delivered, and risk assessments undertaken.

• Contributing to the effective monthly reviews of contractual performance targets and expectations are undertaken and documented through data production and analysis.

• Visiting delivery sites as required and assessing operational compliance in line with BCA policies and requirements.

• Operate effectively in a flexible and demanding environment and proactively manage relationships with members, providers, and the BCA team as required.

• Work within a matrix management structure within the BCA team to ensure Board requirements and service development initiatives can be operationalised and managed effectively.

About us

The Bradford Care Alliance (BCA) is a Community Interest (CIC) general practice membership organisation founded on partnership working and accountable to our members. The CIC encompasses most practices across Bradford City and Districts CCG, 50 in total, to represent a consistent voice for primary care. The Board is composed of 5 elected and co-opted Directors, with a mix of clinicians and practice/business managers, supported by an operational team.

We are a key partner in the wider Bradford District and Craven system. We work closely with our health and social care partners through the Health and Wellbeing Board, Bradford Health and Care Partnership Board and Bradford Provider Alliance. Through this involvement we aim to support system integration and delivery of the vision of ‘Happy, Healthy at Home’. We support true integration and the benefits this can bring to patients and the wider health of the population utilising the opportunities offered by digital technologies where they add value.

Details

Date posted

22 December 2021

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0028-21-8825

Job locations

First Floor, Scorex House West

1 Bolton Road

Bradford

West Yorkshire

BD1 4AS


Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a flexible hours post requiring a combination of home working, in-office working, and occasional operational site visits. On occasion the postholder will be required to work early evenings however this will be primarily on a home working basis.

Bradford Care Alliance (BCA) is a Community Interest general practice membership organisation founded on partnership working and accountable to our members. BCA encompass the majority of Practices across the Bradford City area and provides services on behalf of all Bradford Practices where working at scale for the benefits of patients and system partners is needed.

We are looking to provide further support into the team by seeking to appoint an assistant to our Operational Delivery and Performance Manager. The post holder will be responsible for supporting BCA’s operational delivery and contracting function through pro-active service delivery support, performance management and in ensuring services are continually improving.

Application is by way of CV highlighting previous experience, references and a description of why you would be suitable for the post and how your experience relates to the job description.

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a flexible hours post requiring a combination of home working, in-office working, and occasional operational site visits. On occasion the postholder will be required to work early evenings however this will be primarily on a home working basis.

Bradford Care Alliance (BCA) is a Community Interest general practice membership organisation founded on partnership working and accountable to our members. BCA encompass the majority of Practices across the Bradford City area and provides services on behalf of all Bradford Practices where working at scale for the benefits of patients and system partners is needed.

We are looking to provide further support into the team by seeking to appoint an assistant to our Operational Delivery and Performance Manager. The post holder will be responsible for supporting BCA’s operational delivery and contracting function through pro-active service delivery support, performance management and in ensuring services are continually improving.

Application is by way of CV highlighting previous experience, references and a description of why you would be suitable for the post and how your experience relates to the job description.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full UK Driving License and own transport essential

Desirable

  • The ability to build good working relationships with contacts internally and externally.
  • Excellent written and communication skills, requiring diplomacy and maturity.
  • Ability to use initiative and willingness to take on additional tasks.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage time effectively are essential.
  • Ability to utilise excel and word, and ability to learn new systems.
  • Must be able to work alone if required, using own initiative in a pro-active manner, as well as being an effective team player.
  • Reliable and consistent with a strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task, with a positive and friendly attitude
  • SystmOne experience is desirable but not essential and will be a key part of the role. Training and support will be provided if needed
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Full UK Driving License and own transport essential

Desirable

  • The ability to build good working relationships with contacts internally and externally.
  • Excellent written and communication skills, requiring diplomacy and maturity.
  • Ability to use initiative and willingness to take on additional tasks.
  • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workloads and manage time effectively are essential.
  • Ability to utilise excel and word, and ability to learn new systems.
  • Must be able to work alone if required, using own initiative in a pro-active manner, as well as being an effective team player.
  • Reliable and consistent with a strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to multi-task, with a positive and friendly attitude
  • SystmOne experience is desirable but not essential and will be a key part of the role. Training and support will be provided if needed

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Care Alliance

Address

First Floor, Scorex House West

1 Bolton Road

Bradford

West Yorkshire

BD1 4AS


Employer's website

http://bradfordcarealliance.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Bradford Care Alliance

Address

First Floor, Scorex House West

1 Bolton Road

Bradford

West Yorkshire

BD1 4AS


Employer's website

http://bradfordcarealliance.org/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Business Administrator

Martin Myers

martin.myers@bradford.nhs.uk

01274237565

Details

Date posted

22 December 2021

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£21,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Flexible working

Reference number

B0028-21-8825

Job locations

First Floor, Scorex House West

1 Bolton Road

Bradford

West Yorkshire

BD1 4AS


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