Job summary
Thechallenges of dentistry provision- namely access,waiting times and workforce - are seen across the UK, where patient satisfaction with NHS dentistry provision has fallen to just 27%. Herein the East of England (EoE), the number one reason for children aged between 5-9 years being admitted to hospital is tooth decay; just one fact demonstratingthe impact of these challenges.
Inresponse tothese challenges,a large programme of work is being taken forward in the EoEtoimprove timeliness and equity of access to dental carebut also to improve the experience for patientsand an opportunity has arisen for a project manager to support thisambition at an exciting time-whenrecommendations agreed by stakeholders across the region are being implemented.
This role will support clinical and operational colleagues in implementing recommendations around optimising patient pathways and integrating primary and secondary models of care - whilst maintainingclinical excellence.A key element of this support will be managing and analysing complex data to provideactionable insight.
Main duties of the job
You will provide project management support by creating documents and progress reports, analysing datasets, co-ordinating project activities and delivering any other documentation required in line with project a management methodology.
You will work closely with a range of colleagues, across organisational boundaries including ICBs, providers and NHSE East of England, to make positive changes for patients.
About us
Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 11000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close at midnight on the 6th December 2023.
Interviews are due to be held on the 14th December 2023.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can only apply for this post as a secondment and must have the approval of your current line manager before applying.
This vacancy will close at midnight on the 6th December 2023.
Interviews are due to be held on the 14th December 2023.
Benefits to you
We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, day nurseries and access to a great transport system with easy access to airports and rail travel.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or above.
- Project Management experience.
Desirable
- Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE II Practitioner).
- Educated to post degree level.
- Evidence of on-going career/professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of project management including planning, implementation and report writing.
- Experience working with complex clinical datasets including analysis and collation.
- Experience of managing people and a team including recruitment, selection and appraisal.
- Experience of presenting to a wide range of audiences.
- Experience of drafting corporate documents.
- Relevant experience working in an NHS organisation.
- Experience of working effectively with clinical colleagues to achieve tangible outcome.
Desirable
- NHS experience - ideally in large acute academic centre.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of project management, data management and analysis methods.
- Knowledge of costing and pricing methodologies in the NHS.
- Knowledge of clinical and administrative coding methods and processes.
Skills
Essential
- Project management skills.
- Time-management skills.
- Self-starter & ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to understand, interpret and analyse complex issues.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and deliver outcomes.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Excellent written and presentation skills Adaptable and flexible attitude to work.
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Access & Powerpoint etc.
Desirable
- Maintain a flexible attitude to change.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
- To be able to travel as required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or above.
- Project Management experience.
Desirable
- Project management qualification (e.g. PRINCE II Practitioner).
- Educated to post degree level.
- Evidence of on-going career/professional development.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of project management including planning, implementation and report writing.
- Experience working with complex clinical datasets including analysis and collation.
- Experience of managing people and a team including recruitment, selection and appraisal.
- Experience of presenting to a wide range of audiences.
- Experience of drafting corporate documents.
- Relevant experience working in an NHS organisation.
- Experience of working effectively with clinical colleagues to achieve tangible outcome.
Desirable
- NHS experience - ideally in large acute academic centre.
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of project management, data management and analysis methods.
- Knowledge of costing and pricing methodologies in the NHS.
- Knowledge of clinical and administrative coding methods and processes.
Skills
Essential
- Project management skills.
- Time-management skills.
- Self-starter & ability to work autonomously.
- Ability to understand, interpret and analyse complex issues.
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and deliver outcomes.
- Ability to communicate effectively with individuals at all levels.
- Excellent written and presentation skills Adaptable and flexible attitude to work.
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Access & Powerpoint etc.
Desirable
- Maintain a flexible attitude to change.
Additional Requirements
Essential
- The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
- To be able to travel as required.
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
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Addenbrookes Hospital-Division Corporate
Hills Road
Cambridge
CB2 0QQ
Employer's website
https://www.cuh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)