Job summary
We are undergoing one of the largest transformation programmes in NHS Wales and we are seeking people to come and join us to be part of something truly transformational. This is a rare opportunity to join our team to lead and support the delivery of the next stage of our innovative Clinical Futures Strategy. This is an essential leadership role as part of our diverse team and the variety of projects and part of the health system that you may be working with is both broad and exciting, from leading the development of a model of care 'Home to home' to redefining ways of working in clinical support services.We are looking for someone with a passion for patient care and who has experience in managing projects or delivering change successfully within healthcare. The post holder will play a role in implementing the Clinical Futures strategy, as well as continuing to develop the Grange University Hospital and reconfiguring our network of Local General Hospitals.We are looking for someone who is dynamic and motivated, with a successful track record of delivery and established relationships within healthcare. We are excited to recruit people from all different disciples to join our high impact team.To find out more about Clinical Futures please visit Aneurin Bevan University Health Board website.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be a key member of the Clinical Futures Programme team. This is a team that leads the redesign of clinical and operational services across all parts of the health system and supports the delivery of change.
They will lead service design, programme, project planning and delivery support with Divisions, facilitating delivery of key areas of the Clinical Futures strategy aimed at improving services across the 'whole system', from primary and community care, through to secondary and specialised services.
The post holder will be responsible for identifying innovative and transformational service design opportunities, in line with the Clinical Futures strategy and the opening of the Grange University Hospital. The role then provides project, programme and tactical 'hands-on' support to Divisional teams to deliver the change with the Division and across the health system.
About us
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build their career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.
We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work-life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.
Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high-quality hospital care when needed. This includes the Grange University Hospital which provides specialist and critical care and is the newest addition to the clinical futures strategy opening in November 2020. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters level qualification or equivalent level of demonstrable knowledge and experience
- Qualification or equivalent project and programme management experience. Managing Successful Programmes or Prince2
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive previous senior NHS managerial experience
- Experience of complex service planning in a Health or social care role
- Experience of planning and implementing long-term strategy and change programmes
- Knowledge of NHS policy
- Proven track record of successfully introducing significant organisational change in a complex environment
- Experience of strategic thinking at a senior level
- Significant experience of working with staff at all levels within the NHS and external partner agencies
- Demonstrable success in building, leading, motivating and developing teams
- Ability to influence at all levels and a highly strategic thinker
Desirable
- Experience of working clinically
Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse and appropriately present highly complex information
- Capacity/demand management and planning
- Ability to benefit plan and monitor
- Proven ability to achieve targets and objectives within a demanding and pressured environment against challenging deadlines
- Sound judgement, decision making and organisational skills
- Collaborative team player
- Able to interpret relevant legislation and national guidance
- Able to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, displaying credibility, influencing skills and political acumen
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a manner which is clear, fluent and persuasive
- Proven ability to influence large groups of staff
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise workload to operate effectively
- Ability to prioritise, make judgments, problem solve
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Ability to develop online processes and support tools.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Masters level qualification or equivalent level of demonstrable knowledge and experience
- Qualification or equivalent project and programme management experience. Managing Successful Programmes or Prince2
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Extensive previous senior NHS managerial experience
- Experience of complex service planning in a Health or social care role
- Experience of planning and implementing long-term strategy and change programmes
- Knowledge of NHS policy
- Proven track record of successfully introducing significant organisational change in a complex environment
- Experience of strategic thinking at a senior level
- Significant experience of working with staff at all levels within the NHS and external partner agencies
- Demonstrable success in building, leading, motivating and developing teams
- Ability to influence at all levels and a highly strategic thinker
Desirable
- Experience of working clinically
Skills
Essential
- Ability to analyse and appropriately present highly complex information
- Capacity/demand management and planning
- Ability to benefit plan and monitor
- Proven ability to achieve targets and objectives within a demanding and pressured environment against challenging deadlines
- Sound judgement, decision making and organisational skills
- Collaborative team player
- Able to interpret relevant legislation and national guidance
- Able to demonstrate a high level of interpersonal skills, displaying credibility, influencing skills and political acumen
- Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in a manner which is clear, fluent and persuasive
- Proven ability to influence large groups of staff
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise workload to operate effectively
- Ability to prioritise, make judgments, problem solve
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- Ability to develop online processes and support tools.
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).
