Job summary
Interviews will be held on 04 July 2024.
Berkshire Healthcare is the provider of mental health and community health services in Berkshire (and for some specialist services outside Berkshire), working in two Integrated Care systems and we are looking for a Service Director for our Mental Health Inpatient Services.
Prospect Park Hospital is a modern mental health PFI hospital, one of the largest in the south of England, based in Reading, with 131 Mental Health beds and 9 Learning Disability beds.
This role will take on the operational responsibility for Prospect Park Hospital and is accountability for the safe and effective running of all adult, PICU and older adult mental health inpatient services.
The Trust is rated Excellent by the CQC, we are a Global Digital Exemplar and our latest staff survey ranks the Trust as one of the best places to work. This is a full-time role which will require a presence at the hospital for most of the working week.
We welcome people who share our values to come and work for us.
Main duties of the job
The main duties of this role include:
the delivery of quality services to meet our True North core domains of harm free care, supporting our staff, patient experience and money matters
the performance management of all services in line with local and national performance targets and standards
contribution to corporate strategy, decision making and Trust development
ensuring the hospital environment meets current safety standards and to contribute to the development and improvement of the hospital environment
To be successful in this position you will need:
The ability to work independently and as a team player; to be confident and able to gain the trust and co-operation of others; self-confidence and resilience when dealing with difficult situations; the ability to successfully implement and manage change; the ability to meet tight deadlines within a pressurised work environment; to act in ways that support and promote equality and value diversity for all; a solution-focused approach to problem-solving; a compassionate and curious leadership approach; an extensive understanding of regulations and legislation related to healthcare provision and settings, specifically NHSI and the CQC; to grasp and process large amounts of information and present the information in a clear and succinct manner; experience of working at Director level demonstrating a record of achievement in managing services to a high standard.
About us
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust isa specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire.
We value diversity and are proud to be a Stonewall Top 100 Employer. We work hard to create an inclusive environment where you'll be supported by friendly and professional colleagues to flourish.
Our values at Berkshire Healthcare:
- Caring for and about you is our top priority
- Committed to providing good quality, safe services
- Working Together with you to develop innovative solutions
We welcome people who share these values to come and work for us.
Benefits of working for us include:
- Flexible working options to support work-life balance.
- 27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sell
- Generous NHS pension scheme
- Excellent learning and career development opportunities
- 'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme
- Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services
- Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants
- Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality
- Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
- Free parking across Trust sites
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
Experience of working at Director level demonstrating a record of achievement in managing services well.
Significant expertise in Finance, HR and general managerial issues requiring advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of a range of work procedures and practices.
Detailed knowledge of effective governance in complex organisations
Experience of working with a range of disciplines and partners
Commercial acumen and clear understanding of market conditions and opportunities for the Trust, including how these impact corporate risk.
Proven ability to perform at strategic and senior management level.
Detailed knowledge of current mental health policies and legislation.
Extensive understanding of regulations and legislation related to healthcare provision and settings, specifically NHSI and the CQC.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
The ability to work independently on highly sensitive and contentious issues.
Proven track record of successfully implementing organisational change.
Ability to critically appraise and develop new concepts and actively pursue ways of improving service delivery.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community,
We have identified that this is a role where we have underrepresentation of ethnically diverse colleagues. As part of our commitment to inclusion and Unity Against Racism we offer guaranteed interviews to candidates who meet the essential criteria and identify as: Asian or Asian British, Black or Black British, Mixed and Other Ethnic Groups.
Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to email: theresa.wyles@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The must haves for this role:
Experience of working at Director level demonstrating a record of achievement in managing services well.
Significant expertise in Finance, HR and general managerial issues requiring advanced theoretical and practical knowledge of a range of work procedures and practices.
Detailed knowledge of effective governance in complex organisations
Experience of working with a range of disciplines and partners
Commercial acumen and clear understanding of market conditions and opportunities for the Trust, including how these impact corporate risk.
Proven ability to perform at strategic and senior management level.
Detailed knowledge of current mental health policies and legislation.
Extensive understanding of regulations and legislation related to healthcare provision and settings, specifically NHSI and the CQC.
Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
The ability to work independently on highly sensitive and contentious issues.
Proven track record of successfully implementing organisational change.
Ability to critically appraise and develop new concepts and actively pursue ways of improving service delivery.
For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. For further application tips see the help with your application document attached once you click apply.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community,
We have identified that this is a role where we have underrepresentation of ethnically diverse colleagues. As part of our commitment to inclusion and Unity Against Racism we offer guaranteed interviews to candidates who meet the essential criteria and identify as: Asian or Asian British, Black or Black British, Mixed and Other Ethnic Groups.
Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where required.
If youre someone who shares our passion for excellence and care, you belong at Berkshire Healthcare!
We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Please dont hesitate to email: theresa.wyles@berkshire.nhs.uk wholl be delighted to help.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Educated to master's level or equivalent experience in a health-related field
- Detailed knowledge of current mental health policies and legislation
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of professional development
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at Director level demonstrating a record of achievement in managing services well.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience of Senior Management in Mental Health inpatient settings
- Experience of working with a range of disciplines and partners
- Commercial acumen and clear understanding of market conditions and opportunities for the Trust, including how these impact corporate risk
- The ability to work independently on highly sensitive and contentious issues.
- Information Technology skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel to other Trust sites and locations
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to identify, evaluate and support the continuous improvement of services
- Demonstrated way of working in promoting, monitoring, and maintaining best practice in health, safety, and security within a hospital environment
- Ability to monitor environmental work areas and practices and take appropriate action where there are issues relating to health, safety, and security
- Demonstrated practice of creating a climate of performance delivery and accountability
- Evidence of listening to and acting upon the view of service users/carers and the wider community
- Demonstrated decision-making skills including evaluation of decisions in a complex and fast paced environment.
- Commercial focus and an understanding of the business requirements of the Trust
- Evidence of aligning people, structures, systems, and processes to secure goals within the overall context of Trust policy
- Seizing technological solutions to improve healthcare
- Ability to own and lead change processes successfully
- Awareness and evidence of utilisation of project management approaches
- Ability to meet tight deadlines within a pressurised work environment
- Passionate about enhancing Mental Health Services
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
Essential
- Educated to master's level or equivalent experience in a health-related field
- Detailed knowledge of current mental health policies and legislation
Continuous Professional Development
Essential
- Evidence of professional development
Previous Experience
Essential
- Experience of working at Director level demonstrating a record of achievement in managing services well.
- Minimum of 2 years' experience of Senior Management in Mental Health inpatient settings
- Experience of working with a range of disciplines and partners
- Commercial acumen and clear understanding of market conditions and opportunities for the Trust, including how these impact corporate risk
- The ability to work independently on highly sensitive and contentious issues.
- Information Technology skills
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel to other Trust sites and locations
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Able to identify, evaluate and support the continuous improvement of services
- Demonstrated way of working in promoting, monitoring, and maintaining best practice in health, safety, and security within a hospital environment
- Ability to monitor environmental work areas and practices and take appropriate action where there are issues relating to health, safety, and security
- Demonstrated practice of creating a climate of performance delivery and accountability
- Evidence of listening to and acting upon the view of service users/carers and the wider community
- Demonstrated decision-making skills including evaluation of decisions in a complex and fast paced environment.
- Commercial focus and an understanding of the business requirements of the Trust
- Evidence of aligning people, structures, systems, and processes to secure goals within the overall context of Trust policy
- Seizing technological solutions to improve healthcare
- Ability to own and lead change processes successfully
- Awareness and evidence of utilisation of project management approaches
- Ability to meet tight deadlines within a pressurised work environment
- Passionate about enhancing Mental Health Services
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.
