Job summary
We are looking for a Project Support Manager to join our team on a fixed term contract.
This role will provide support to a project that will investigate, report and act upon the needs of KCHFT colleagues with long-term conditions (LTC) who report a disparity of having a less positive experience ofthe workplace in comparison to those without. This exciting role is an opportunity to be involved in research supported by our research and development team that aims to improve the HWB of NHS colleagues.
Main duties of the job
As a Project Support Manager you will plan and organise a range of project activities and work streams and will be responsible for specific elements of the project; including delivery within timescales and budget, and participating in relevant project meetings to provide information, updates, advice and support.
You will implement new ways of working and facilitate collaborative working; and as such, professionals in this position have exceptional communication, problem-solving and decision making skills and are able to manage, develop and influence people and projects.
About us
One of the largest community NHS trusts in the UK, KCHFT are rated 'outstanding' by the CQC. We've got a passion for delivering high standards of care to patients and deliver excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our valuesCompassionateAspirationalResponsiveExcellent
We're committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, which leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. So, all our colleagues have equal access to career opportunities.
Flexibility is another way we do this. In the NHS, we're reminded every day how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement without having to sacrifice time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
Looking for professional development? We can support that too! Ourcareer pathwayswill help you achieve your aspirations
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 19th December 2023.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know so they can help you with this.
All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate. Interviews are due to take place on the 19th December 2023.
Find out more about the community differencehere.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity
Although vaccination against COVID-19 is not mandatory, we are strongly encouraging colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 6 qualification (e.g. Bachelor degree BA/BSc, NVQ level 6, ordinary degree without honours) or equivalent demonstrable experience
Desirable
- Certificate in management or equivalent level 4 qualification Project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Management / leadership experience including experience of managing formal and informal HR processes OR Project management experience AND Experience of handling highly confidential and sensitive information
- Willingness to learn research methods
Desirable
- Intermediate experience of a financial system i.e. Agresso including experience of managing budgets OR Experience of managing projects and undertaking evaluation
- Experience of research methods such as literature reviews, surveys and interviews
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint Design and development of standard and bespoke data reports
Desirable
- Understanding of health and social care sector, including working knowledge of NHS structures, policies and processes
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including solid presentation skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds at all levels of seniority
Desirable
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and organisational skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to apply sound judgement and logical approach to identify key or underlying issues in complex situations, being objective and innovative and using use initiative to resolve problems
Desirable
- Possess a willingness to learn
Ability to manage
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised with responsibility for managing own work
Desirable
- Experience of research methods such as literature reviews, surveys and interviews
Additional requirements
Essential
- An understanding of the value in having equity, diversity and differences in the workforce.
Desirable
- Motivated to engage NHS individual colleagues and teams in conversations about their own health and wellbeing
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 6 qualification (e.g. Bachelor degree BA/BSc, NVQ level 6, ordinary degree without honours) or equivalent demonstrable experience
Desirable
- Certificate in management or equivalent level 4 qualification Project management qualification
Experience
Essential
- Management / leadership experience including experience of managing formal and informal HR processes OR Project management experience AND Experience of handling highly confidential and sensitive information
- Willingness to learn research methods
Desirable
- Intermediate experience of a financial system i.e. Agresso including experience of managing budgets OR Experience of managing projects and undertaking evaluation
- Experience of research methods such as literature reviews, surveys and interviews
Knowledge
Essential
- Advanced knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office packages e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint Design and development of standard and bespoke data reports
Desirable
- Understanding of health and social care sector, including working knowledge of NHS structures, policies and processes
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills including solid presentation skills Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate and work effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds at all levels of seniority
Desirable
- Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy and organisational skills
Personal attributes
Essential
- Ability to apply sound judgement and logical approach to identify key or underlying issues in complex situations, being objective and innovative and using use initiative to resolve problems
Desirable
- Possess a willingness to learn
Ability to manage
Essential
- Ability to work unsupervised with responsibility for managing own work
Desirable
- Experience of research methods such as literature reviews, surveys and interviews
Additional requirements
Essential
- An understanding of the value in having equity, diversity and differences in the workforce.
Desirable
- Motivated to engage NHS individual colleagues and teams in conversations about their own health and wellbeing
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).
