Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Chief of Staff

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Job summary

The Chief of Staff:

is accountable to the Chief Executive, and will represent the view of the Office of the Chief Executive at the highest level, in their absence, at key strategic meetings (including external meetings).
is a board member (non-voting) and key advisor to the Chief Executive, and the Board of Directors.
contributes to the formulation of organisational strategy, policy and the delivery of corporate and statutory objectives.
will participate in executive decision-making and will be involved in strategic discussions regarding the development of the organisation in light of evolving Integrated Care System as well as the development of emerging system governance models.
will support the CEO by steering, coordinating and executing the delivery of activities related to the functions of the Trust as relevant to the priorities of the CEO.
will maintain and uphold the reputation of the organisation.
is responsible for the corporate governance of the organisation.
will be highly flexible and able to exercise robust judgement with regards to the prioritisation of activities as the needs of the CEO and organisation change in response to the dynamic and highly complex environment in which they operate.
will be the executive lead for the Information Governance function.
Will be responsible for the co-ordination and relationship management with MPs, including oversight of responses and communication with their offices, reporting to the CEO and Chair.

Main duties of the job

For main duties of the role, please refer to the full job description and person specification attached.

About us

We provide mental health and learning disability care for children, young people and adults across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire.

Working in Sussex:

Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns there's always new experiences to be enjoyed
Embrace the city life with great access to visit Brighton and London
With easy access to Gatwick and Heathrow and excellent railway links across the UK there is plenty of opportunity for adventure

We'd love you to join our organisation that is rated 'good' overall and 'outstanding' for caring by the Care Quality Commission. Our staff agree, with 82% of people in our recent staff survey telling us that they recognise that care for patients is our top priority.

Other key staff survey results include:

70% highlighting flexible working opportunities as a key point for satisfaction at work
79% reporting feeling able to make suggestions to improve the work within their team
77% identifying the opportunities to show initiative in their roles

Date posted

16 March 2023

Pay scheme

Very senior manager (VSM)

Salary

Depending on experience Dependent on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

354-CO-21103-B

Job locations

Trust HQ - Swandean

Arundel Road

Worthing

BN13 3EP

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full job description and person specification attached.

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the full job description and person specification attached.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to master's level or equivalent level of knowledge gained through experience, with evidence of working with CEO and Executive Staff and Board members
Previous experience of corporate governance responsibilities for an NHS Trust
Previous experience of liaising and managing relationships with regulators (NHSE&I, CQC), auditors, and partners within the local health and social care system
Demonstrate commitment to Continual Professional Development
Substantial evidence of expert specialist knowledge and ongoing education relevant to the varied aspect of the role
Additional relevant professional qualification e.g. legal, chartered secretary or accountancy, or part qualified/studying / relevant qualifications

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Extensive and substantial experience working at a senior management level in a complex environment
Well-developed political awareness, influencing, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Experience of report writing, preparation of Board papers and high-level briefings suitable for internal and external audiences
Knowledge of: ? Information needs at Chief Executive level ? Health economy structures and stakeholder networks ? Corporate governance, legislative and regulatory framework in the NHS Expert knowledge of the principles of governance, business conduct and Board assurance in the NHS
Recent experience in a governance role in an NHS or Foundation Trust

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Educated to master's level or equivalent level of knowledge gained through experience, with evidence of working with CEO and Executive Staff and Board members
Previous experience of corporate governance responsibilities for an NHS Trust
Previous experience of liaising and managing relationships with regulators (NHSE&I, CQC), auditors, and partners within the local health and social care system
Demonstrate commitment to Continual Professional Development
Substantial evidence of expert specialist knowledge and ongoing education relevant to the varied aspect of the role
Additional relevant professional qualification e.g. legal, chartered secretary or accountancy, or part qualified/studying / relevant qualifications

Knowledge & Experience

Essential

Extensive and substantial experience working at a senior management level in a complex environment
Well-developed political awareness, influencing, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Experience of report writing, preparation of Board papers and high-level briefings suitable for internal and external audiences
Knowledge of: ? Information needs at Chief Executive level ? Health economy structures and stakeholder networks ? Corporate governance, legislative and regulatory framework in the NHS Expert knowledge of the principles of governance, business conduct and Board assurance in the NHS
Recent experience in a governance role in an NHS or Foundation Trust

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.

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