Job summary
This post is fixed term until 31st March 2025
Hours per week for this post is 7.5 hours per week
This
is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in tackling health
inequalities across the North East and North Cumbria. You will be joining a new
team hosted by South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT) but
working across the whole region.
The
North East and North Cumbria has committed to placing health literacy at the
heart of its work to tackle health inequalities. You will be responsible for contributing
to this large, diverse and innovative programme of work. Working with a wide
range of stakeholders including NHS staff, local authorities, the voluntary
sector, researchers and local communities you will be responsible for supporting
an ambitious work plan across a large area.
This role would suit
someone who is passionate about fairness and tackling health inequalities. You
should be highly motivated and enjoy working in a changing environment with
multiple partners. You will be supported by a team at STSFT and a large network
across the region. This is a new role offering the chance to make a positive
difference for communities in the North East and North Cumbria.
Main duties of the job
You
will support the work programme and be responsible for the co-ordination of its
delivery. Working alongside the Health Literacy Strategic Manager and a core
team of staff you will be based within STSFT but working across the whole
region.
It is
essential that candidates have expertise and practical experience of delivering
health literacy interventions to apply for this role. In addition, you should
have experience of working to tackle health inequalities and be committed to
the principles of fairness and social justice. Experience of working on large
scale projects and delivering to deadlines is important.
You must
be well organised and adaptable to manage the different aspects of this role
and have previous experience working in a complex system with a range of
stakeholders.
It is
expected that you will be a champion of health literacy principles. You will
also be expected to support others in the wider team and build string
relationships across the North East and North Cumbria.
Flexible
working is supported and you will be joining a new team but be well supported
by colleagues within STSFT and across the region. Professional development will
be supported and encouraged.
Interviews
for this post are scheduled for 26th June 2023
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide expertise and leadership on the delivery of a regional programme of
work around health literacy. Across the North East and North Cumbria Integrated
Care System (ICS) health literacy has been identified as a programme of work
with the potential to have a positive impact on reducing health inequalities.
The post holder will be responsible for providing expert input to the co-ordination,
delivery and evaluation of a regional health literacy work plan.
The post holder will have a key role in supporting the ICS Health Literacy Lead
and Health Equity Manager in influencing and leading work across the system as
part of the ICS commitment to tackle health inequalities.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate commitment to the values and
vision of the ICS and employing organisation in relation to improving health,
promoting inclusion and reducing health inequalities. As an employee of STSFT
they will also be required to comply with the Trusts vision, values and
behavioural compact (see below).
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To provide expertise and leadership on the delivery of a regional programme of
work around health literacy. Across the North East and North Cumbria Integrated
Care System (ICS) health literacy has been identified as a programme of work
with the potential to have a positive impact on reducing health inequalities.
The post holder will be responsible for providing expert input to the co-ordination,
delivery and evaluation of a regional health literacy work plan.
The post holder will have a key role in supporting the ICS Health Literacy Lead
and Health Equity Manager in influencing and leading work across the system as
part of the ICS commitment to tackle health inequalities.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate commitment to the values and
vision of the ICS and employing organisation in relation to improving health,
promoting inclusion and reducing health inequalities. As an employee of STSFT
they will also be required to comply with the Trusts vision, values and
behavioural compact (see below).
PLEASE REFER TO ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate level qualification or equivalent experience in health literacy or related field plus additional relevant training or experience to masters level or equivalent
Desirable
- Plain English Language training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of health literacy work in a range of settings.
- Experience of setting direction and providing expert input in relation to organisational health literacy.
- Experience of working to address health inequalities.
- Experience of working collaboratively with communities and patient groups.
Desirable
- Experience of NHS/ public health service/project development and management.
- Experience of teaching, training and mentoring staff.
- Scientific publications.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Skills in making judgments involving complex facts or situations which require the analysis and interpretation of a range of options.
- Effective leadership and decision making skills.
- Computer literate and competent in the use of IT.
- Must be able to demonstrate the English language proficiency level required for this post.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong commitment to public health principles including equity.
- Self-motivated, proactive and innovative.
Desirable
- Understanding of the ICS work programme around health inequalities
Physical Skills
Essential
- Adaptable and able to work flexibly when required.
- It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Postgraduate level qualification or equivalent experience in health literacy or related field plus additional relevant training or experience to masters level or equivalent
Desirable
- Plain English Language training.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of health literacy work in a range of settings.
- Experience of setting direction and providing expert input in relation to organisational health literacy.
- Experience of working to address health inequalities.
- Experience of working collaboratively with communities and patient groups.
Desirable
- Experience of NHS/ public health service/project development and management.
- Experience of teaching, training and mentoring staff.
- Scientific publications.
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Skills in making judgments involving complex facts or situations which require the analysis and interpretation of a range of options.
- Effective leadership and decision making skills.
- Computer literate and competent in the use of IT.
- Must be able to demonstrate the English language proficiency level required for this post.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong commitment to public health principles including equity.
- Self-motivated, proactive and innovative.
Desirable
- Understanding of the ICS work programme around health inequalities
Physical Skills
Essential
- Adaptable and able to work flexibly when required.
- It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes.
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).
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