Job summary
This role is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin their career in sustainability and gain the experience and knowledge of working in a health and care system. The Apprentice will be provided with support and opportunities to complete a range of tasks within set timescales, to a competent standard.
As a part time, fixed term post this role is ideally suited to someone who is currently undertaking higher educational studies in this area or recently finished.
During the apprenticeship, the post holder will gain exposure to and work within a variety of health and care sectors, organisations, across the Herefordshire & Worcestershire Integrated Care System (H&W ICS), supporting the implementation of the greener agenda.
Whilst employed within the H&W ICS the post holder will work closely with sustainability leads across hospital trusts and local authorities to support the development and delivery of the key actions of a Green Plan and national objectives.
Main duties of the job
The primary responsibilities of this role will be to support the delivery of the key priorities and provide sustainability expertise across the system. With support from the Head of Planning and Assurance/ Greener Lead the post holder will collaborate with partners to support the development and implementation of plans to deliver the actions, actively building in industry best practice.
System priorities:
1. Build comms and awareness of the Greener NHS agenda across the system, and the simple role everyone can play and promote free training for those interested
2. Strengthen the Greener network to support the adoption and spread of carbon and waste reduction innovations where evidence of success exists e.g. pilots - both clinical and non-clinical
3. Support the refresh of the ICS's Green Plan and the development of implementation plans.
This role will require internal and external partnership working as we operate at 'system' level. This ensures we collaborate and add value to work already happening at individual organisational level.
As an Apprentice, the post holder will receive support and direction from the Head of Planning and Assurance/ Greener Lead, working as part of a wider dynamic team with strong links to the Regional NHS Greener team.
About us
As an ICS we are committed to embedding environmental and sustainable practices into all areas of our work, as an enabler for better health. The work of the green agenda aligns to our principles of delivering high quality care, reducing health inequalities and improving the health and wellbeing for the communities we serve.
We provide a supportive and collaborative environment where we work with our staff to provide opportunities for you to reach your full potential and to develop a rewarding career. We aim to enable our employees to achieve a positive work-life balance through a blend of collaborative workplace attendance combines with regular home working. Joining our inclusive and innovative team comes with a range of attractive benefits including:
Employee assistance programmes and access to a wealth of on-line health and wellbeing support
Competitive NHS Pension Scheme
Comprehensive opportunities to learn new skills and to develop your career within a caring and inclusive environment
Generous holiday entitlement, which increases in line with service. There is also the opportunity to purchase additional leave.
Flexible working patterns to support individuals work-life balance.
Whilst the main base for this post is at Kirkham House in Worcester, we also have a base in Hereford (St Owen's Chambers) where the role will be expected to travel to on occasion.
Please note we operate a 3-month probationary period for new appointments.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide and source sustainability expertise to colleagues, and input into plans and sustainability impact assessments
- To support the ICS Green Plan refresh including reviewing and obtaining updates on a regular basis and with guidance and support provide simple highlight reports, using existing templates
- To identify actions achieved and actions that have been delayed / or at risk
- Escalate issues and risks with suggested mitigations to the Head of Planning and Assurance/ Greener Lead
- To work with partners across the system to gather information as required for reporting or NHSE returns
- To assist in preparing returns for NHS England and quarterly reporting on performance
- To work with Sustainability colleagues across the system to share opportunities e.g., funding bids
- To actively identify any funding opportunities for the Greener NHS agenda
- Work with the Head of Planning and Assurance/ Greener Lead to link closely with the Regional Greener NHS team to understand reporting requirements and deliverables required from the ICS / ICB so they can be managed effectively in a timely manner
- To continue to support and further develop the Greener Dashboards to ensure that the ICS is monitoring its effectiveness
- To stay up to date with the latest advances in industry and share this with partners to educate and make amendments to existing plans as necessary
- To work with Primary Care sustainability Clinical and non-clinical leads to support their work (providing sustainability expertise, data, communications and engagement, administrative support)
- To support in communications and engagement for the Greener NHS agenda for the ICB and supporting the wider ICS Comms teams by sharing consistent communications content for staff
- To support and link with Workforce and HR directorates on the development of plans for the roll out of staff Net Zero training and other opportunities
- To shadow and attend regional, system and local meetings as required
- To assist in reviewing policies and practices in light of new / changing regulation and best practice.
- Manage and update the Greener NHS web page on the Primary Care intranet, and in coordination with the Communications team content for the staff website, The Hub and the external ICB website, and preparation of relevant promotional materials for initiatives/events
- Assist with the preparation of and submissions for awards and grants
- To assist in the development and promotion of the staff engagement programme, including reviewing existing training available for workforce and undertake a review of training
- With support, act as a Sustainability ambassador, proactively engaging with staff about all sustainability projects and initiatives
- Assist in planning and organising engagement events e.g. webinars that can be recorded and shared across the system
- Support an existing Primary Care sustainability network to grow and expand to clinicians across secondary and community care
Job description
Job responsibilities
- To provide and source sustainability expertise to colleagues, and input into plans and sustainability impact assessments
- To support the ICS Green Plan refresh including reviewing and obtaining updates on a regular basis and with guidance and support provide simple highlight reports, using existing templates
- To identify actions achieved and actions that have been delayed / or at risk
- Escalate issues and risks with suggested mitigations to the Head of Planning and Assurance/ Greener Lead
- To work with partners across the system to gather information as required for reporting or NHSE returns
- To assist in preparing returns for NHS England and quarterly reporting on performance
- To work with Sustainability colleagues across the system to share opportunities e.g., funding bids
- To actively identify any funding opportunities for the Greener NHS agenda
- Work with the Head of Planning and Assurance/ Greener Lead to link closely with the Regional Greener NHS team to understand reporting requirements and deliverables required from the ICS / ICB so they can be managed effectively in a timely manner
- To continue to support and further develop the Greener Dashboards to ensure that the ICS is monitoring its effectiveness
- To stay up to date with the latest advances in industry and share this with partners to educate and make amendments to existing plans as necessary
- To work with Primary Care sustainability Clinical and non-clinical leads to support their work (providing sustainability expertise, data, communications and engagement, administrative support)
- To support in communications and engagement for the Greener NHS agenda for the ICB and supporting the wider ICS Comms teams by sharing consistent communications content for staff
- To support and link with Workforce and HR directorates on the development of plans for the roll out of staff Net Zero training and other opportunities
- To shadow and attend regional, system and local meetings as required
- To assist in reviewing policies and practices in light of new / changing regulation and best practice.
- Manage and update the Greener NHS web page on the Primary Care intranet, and in coordination with the Communications team content for the staff website, The Hub and the external ICB website, and preparation of relevant promotional materials for initiatives/events
- Assist with the preparation of and submissions for awards and grants
- To assist in the development and promotion of the staff engagement programme, including reviewing existing training available for workforce and undertake a review of training
- With support, act as a Sustainability ambassador, proactively engaging with staff about all sustainability projects and initiatives
- Assist in planning and organising engagement events e.g. webinars that can be recorded and shared across the system
- Support an existing Primary Care sustainability network to grow and expand to clinicians across secondary and community care
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of basic project management and administration.
- Experience of communicating with a variety of audiences.
Desirable
- Experience of research in this field and having up to date knowledge on sustainability developments.
- Experience of using web-based content management systems.
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grades A* to C (including Mathematics & English).
- Qualified to at least A-Level (x2) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in sustainability.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and persuasive skills
- Creative and innovative thinker and problem-solver that can formulate ideas and appropriately execute them.
- Demonstrable organisational skills including prioritisation and time management.
- ICT literacy in all Office applications but especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Desirable
- Awareness of the NHS net zero targets and plans.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure, dealing with peaks and troughs in workload management.
- Makes complex judgements by analysing and interpreting a wide variety of information and data sources to compare options and to take action as appropriate.
- Professional, calm and efficient manner.
- Commitment to building and sustaining high standards in all aspects of work.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of basic project management and administration.
- Experience of communicating with a variety of audiences.
Desirable
- Experience of research in this field and having up to date knowledge on sustainability developments.
- Experience of using web-based content management systems.
Qualifications
Essential
- A minimum of 3 GCSEs at grades A* to C (including Mathematics & English).
- Qualified to at least A-Level (x2) or equivalent.
Desirable
- Post-graduate qualification in sustainability.
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and persuasive skills
- Creative and innovative thinker and problem-solver that can formulate ideas and appropriately execute them.
- Demonstrable organisational skills including prioritisation and time management.
- ICT literacy in all Office applications but especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Desirable
- Awareness of the NHS net zero targets and plans.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure, dealing with peaks and troughs in workload management.
- Makes complex judgements by analysing and interpreting a wide variety of information and data sources to compare options and to take action as appropriate.
- Professional, calm and efficient manner.
- Commitment to building and sustaining high standards in all aspects of work.
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.
