Job summary
The Network Manager provides managerial leadership and support within the network and provides strategic direction and operational management for the network.The Network Manager works with the Network Clinical Lead and network lead clinical professionals as part of a multi-disciplinary leadership team to lead the strategic and operational development of coherent and effective network arrangements, and delivery of a programme of work that addresses national and local priorities. Manages and co-ordinates the work of the network, supporting the development of Spinal Cord Injury services throughout the network. Will work across the SCI pathway to support network lead clinical professionals to develop mechanisms to deliver seamless care across multiple providers
Main duties of the job
Managing the annual work programmeo Works with the network board, network lead clinical professionals, and the network's commissioners to develop and agree the network's work programme.o Works closely with the relevant commissioners ensuring the development and delivery of an annual plan with clear objectives and milestones. The post-holder provides regular reports to the network board and to commissioners.o Applies project and programme management disciplines to assure the delivery of the annual work programme.Leadership and managemento Works with the Network Clinical Lead, network lead clinical professionals and the network board to establish appropriate and effective network leadership and governance arrangements that will support the network in the delivery of its aims.o Leads on HR issues and is the line manager for the network lead clinical professionals and network support staff.o Manages direct reports including day to day management, performance management and staff welfare. Conducts annual personal development reviews for direct reports.o Leads on recruitment to network posts.o Ensures compliance with health and safety and confidentiality and governance requirements.o Adheres to the NHS Managers Code of Conduct and any other relevant professional codes of conduct at all times.Financial and Physical Resourceso Acts as the network budget-holder and manages the network's budget.
About us
At the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital (RNOH), we are committed to achieving the best staff experience in the NHS. In the 2023 NHS Staff Survey, we proudly:
- Scored above the national average for the People Promises: "We are recognised and rewarded," "We are always learning," "We work flexibly," "We are a team," and for staff engagement.
- Ranked #1 among all Trusts in North and Central London for all People Promises and themes.
- Ranked #1 among all Acute Specialist Trusts for "We work flexibly."
At RNOH, we're committed to being actively anti-discriminatory and actively inclusive. We recognise our brilliant people do brilliant work, and we offer rewarding careers, no matter what their background. We continue to strive to break down barriers to be the Trust where people come together because what they do matters, makes a difference and where they can thrive.
Joining our organisation means enjoying a wide range of staff benefits, including:
- 24/7 access to wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme.
- A Rewards & Recognition platform, offering opportunities to thank colleagues, send gifts, and access exclusive discounts.
- A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub, providing a space to relax and recharge away from the work environment.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for transport (season ticket loans, car and bike), electrical goods, and childcare
At RNOH, we are more than a workplace--we are committed to patients, to excellence and the wellbeing of our staff.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for matching the available budget to the appropriate staff resources and projects, co-ordinating and monitoring expenditure. Responsible for supporting the commissioning of projects and procurement of services to support project delivery, acting in accordance with the host organisations Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instruction. Provides financial reports to commissioners and the host organisation as required. Seeks to improve value for money and achieve greater efficiency in the use of budgets, and to ensure that they operate in recurrent financial balance year on year.Communications and engagement Develops a network communications strategy. As part of this, the post-holder prepares reports of the networks work and achievements suitable for different audiences including network member organisations, regional commissioners and service users. Ensures that the patients voice is identified through any service developments or standards related to delivery of network objectives. Acts as a champion for patients and their interests and involve the public and patients in the policy development and decision-making in the network. Ensures all public and patient contact with the network is of the highest professional standard. Represents the network with external stakeholders. Communicates highly complex information to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. (Verbal, written and numerical). Presents highly complex information about projects, initiatives and services to a wide range of stakeholders in a formal setting.Improving quality and outcomes Ensures that the network supports the delivery of equitable access to quality service provision for all patients. Ensures that the network annual programme delivers annual initiatives designed to improve the quality of care, outcomes, value and patient experience, linked to national regional and local priorities. Collaborates across networks and with clinical leads to establish a benchmarking process for clinical outcome measures, as outlined in the relevant national service specifications. Leads on clinical governance, ensuring a comprehensive approach across the network including quality improvement, regular reviews of practice and outcomes and adherence to local and national advice, guidelines, recommendations, audits and standards. Leads on the development of consistent pathways and policies; capacity planning and managing capacity and demand including assuring equitable access.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Responsible for matching the available budget to the appropriate staff resources and projects, co-ordinating and monitoring expenditure. Responsible for supporting the commissioning of projects and procurement of services to support project delivery, acting in accordance with the host organisations Standing Orders and Standing Financial Instruction. Provides financial reports to commissioners and the host organisation as required. Seeks to improve value for money and achieve greater efficiency in the use of budgets, and to ensure that they operate in recurrent financial balance year on year.Communications and engagement Develops a network communications strategy. As part of this, the post-holder prepares reports of the networks work and achievements suitable for different audiences including network member organisations, regional commissioners and service users. Ensures that the patients voice is identified through any service developments or standards related to delivery of network objectives. Acts as a champion for patients and their interests and involve the public and patients in the policy development and decision-making in the network. Ensures all public and patient contact with the network is of the highest professional standard. Represents the network with external stakeholders. Communicates highly complex information to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders. (Verbal, written and numerical). Presents highly complex information about projects, initiatives and services to a wide range of stakeholders in a formal setting.Improving quality and outcomes Ensures that the network supports the delivery of equitable access to quality service provision for all patients. Ensures that the network annual programme delivers annual initiatives designed to improve the quality of care, outcomes, value and patient experience, linked to national regional and local priorities. Collaborates across networks and with clinical leads to establish a benchmarking process for clinical outcome measures, as outlined in the relevant national service specifications. Leads on clinical governance, ensuring a comprehensive approach across the network including quality improvement, regular reviews of practice and outcomes and adherence to local and national advice, guidelines, recommendations, audits and standards. Leads on the development of consistent pathways and policies; capacity planning and managing capacity and demand including assuring equitable access.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- oFirst degree
- oEvidence of continuing professional development
- oMaster's Degree (or demonstrable evidence of working at Master's level)
Desirable
- oPost-graduate leadership / management qualification
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive previous experience of working at a senior level in a commissioner and/or provider organisation in a commissioning or business management or service development role
- oExperience working across organisational boundaries in the Health Service
- oSignificant change management experience at service or organisational level
- oSignificant project and/or programme experience, involving multiple stakeholders
Desirable
- oExperience of working in a multidisciplinary network
Knowledge
Essential
- oDetailed understanding of the NHS including NHS policies and procedures relating to commissioning healthcare service and local delivery planning
- oHighly effective interpersonal and communication skills including listening skills
- oEmotional intelligence to deal with clinicians, managers and commissioners with potentially conflicting objectives
- oProven leadership skills and credibility
- oDemonstrable commitment to partnership working with a range of external organisations
Desirable
- Ability to facilitate and manage change effectively, with strong organisational skills and ability to plan/implement effective projects and work streams
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- oFirst degree
- oEvidence of continuing professional development
- oMaster's Degree (or demonstrable evidence of working at Master's level)
Desirable
- oPost-graduate leadership / management qualification
Experience
Essential
- oExtensive previous experience of working at a senior level in a commissioner and/or provider organisation in a commissioning or business management or service development role
- oExperience working across organisational boundaries in the Health Service
- oSignificant change management experience at service or organisational level
- oSignificant project and/or programme experience, involving multiple stakeholders
Desirable
- oExperience of working in a multidisciplinary network
Knowledge
Essential
- oDetailed understanding of the NHS including NHS policies and procedures relating to commissioning healthcare service and local delivery planning
- oHighly effective interpersonal and communication skills including listening skills
- oEmotional intelligence to deal with clinicians, managers and commissioners with potentially conflicting objectives
- oProven leadership skills and credibility
- oDemonstrable commitment to partnership working with a range of external organisations
Desirable
- Ability to facilitate and manage change effectively, with strong organisational skills and ability to plan/implement effective projects and work streams
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).
