Job summary
We are one of the largest Trusts in the country, we have ambitious plans to transform service delivery across the MSE system to maximise the opportunities for increased collaboration and integrated working, as well as delivering an exciting clinical strategy. Alongside, we are committed to investing in strong local services at each of our three acute sites - Basildon, Broomfield and Southend.
The role is central to delivering our ambition and underpinning our strategy is the aim to be an outstanding organisation for our people, patients, their families and carers. We want MSE to be a great place to work where everyone is inspired to continuously improve and can thrive and grow.
The successful candidate will be a forward thinking and ambitious leader who can mobilise the energy and commitment of our people to meet the needs of patients, achieve outstanding standards, financial targets and performance.
They will work under the leadership of the Managing Director and Medical Director/ Deputy CMO, whilst in turn working with a local site leadership team based at Southend.
These are exciting times for the Trust as we implement and deliver an integrated approach that is seamless and mapped around people. If you are looking for a new challenge, are motivated, person-focused and passionate about shaping the future of health (and social care services) in Essex then we look forward to receiving your application.
Please note that the selection process will be held on 4th/5th May
Main duties of the job
If successful, you will be responsible for Local Services & Ophthalmology services; operating as part of a wider leadership team across the MSE, ICB and social care partners, to help us design and deliver our services and shape the vision for MSE moving forward.
You will be managerially responsible for the effective day to day operations of clinical services within areas of responsibility and in particular:
- The development of service plans
- For securing delivery of service and patient outcome improvement in areas of responsibility
- For delivery of key operational performance indicators within areas of responsibility
- In conjunction with Clinical and Corporate colleagues negotiate with external agencies to secure additional income for the delivery of performance targets and to agree supporting Service Level Agreements and infrastructure
- Communicate the Trust vision, values and strategic aims/objectives both inside and outside the organisation
- Ensure effective arrangements are in place to communicate on both operational and strategic issues with managers and clinicians across the Division and the Trust
- Develop alignment with the clinical staff involving an understanding and appreciation of the Divisional targets and Trust business objectives
- Work with Community, Social Care and Academic partners to ensure that delivery plans support the wider healthcare agenda
- Develop effective working relationships with commissioners, local government NHS Improvement & NHS England.
About us
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people.
We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working under the leadership of the Managing Director and Medical Director/ Deputy CMO, whilst in turn working with a local site leadership team based at Southend Hospital to:
- Ensure the delivery of a robust planning cycle to agreed activity levels, capacity, systems and processes required to achieve the specialties and local services standards.
- Ensure that the Trust sets improvement goals which incorporate local, national and international benchmarks as appropriate and review progress against these.
- Ensure robust planning to provide resilience and management of internal/external incidents.
- Introduce new and innovative services and management strategies to maximise organisational efficiency.
- Lead on the implementation of transformational change for designated services within the Care Group and Trust wide.
- Work with the Planning and Performance, and Finance and Workforce teams to develop the annual plans to deliver Trust and national targets, liaising where necessary with external stakeholders.
- Ensure that proposals put forward in the internal and external business planning cycle(s) are consistent with the Trusts short to medium-term operational objectives and priorities. All proposals will be required to demonstrate the best use of resources and that implementation will be consistent with the national development of services.
- Ensure patient safety and experience is at the centre of planning, analysis and delivery.
- Ensure that the Trust employs robust risk management of all clinical and corporate objectives.
For further enquiries about the post please contact Andrew Pike via Charlotte Church PAcharlotte.church9@nhs.net.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working under the leadership of the Managing Director and Medical Director/ Deputy CMO, whilst in turn working with a local site leadership team based at Southend Hospital to:
- Ensure the delivery of a robust planning cycle to agreed activity levels, capacity, systems and processes required to achieve the specialties and local services standards.
- Ensure that the Trust sets improvement goals which incorporate local, national and international benchmarks as appropriate and review progress against these.
- Ensure robust planning to provide resilience and management of internal/external incidents.
- Introduce new and innovative services and management strategies to maximise organisational efficiency.
- Lead on the implementation of transformational change for designated services within the Care Group and Trust wide.
- Work with the Planning and Performance, and Finance and Workforce teams to develop the annual plans to deliver Trust and national targets, liaising where necessary with external stakeholders.
- Ensure that proposals put forward in the internal and external business planning cycle(s) are consistent with the Trusts short to medium-term operational objectives and priorities. All proposals will be required to demonstrate the best use of resources and that implementation will be consistent with the national development of services.
- Ensure patient safety and experience is at the centre of planning, analysis and delivery.
- Ensure that the Trust employs robust risk management of all clinical and corporate objectives.
For further enquiries about the post please contact Andrew Pike via Charlotte Church PAcharlotte.church9@nhs.net.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience which includes working at Senior Management level within the NHS within the last year at Band 8d or above
- Broad experience of leading large teams of professional staff within a performance management culture.
- A record of achievement in leading and managing the delivery and improvement of clinical services in an acute hospital
Desirable
- Experience of working with other statutory and voluntary organisations and the development of joint projects
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development and management education to Masters Level a n d / or phd level or equivalent experience
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience which includes working at Senior Management level within the NHS within the last year at Band 8d or above
- Broad experience of leading large teams of professional staff within a performance management culture.
- A record of achievement in leading and managing the delivery and improvement of clinical services in an acute hospital
Desirable
- Experience of working with other statutory and voluntary organisations and the development of joint projects
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
- Evidence of continuing professional development and management education to Masters Level a n d / or phd level or equivalent experience
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
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).
