Specialised Services Clinical Panel Member

NHS England Specialised Commissioning

The closing date is 14 February 2025

Job summary

The role of Specialised Services Clinical Panel Member is to provide impartial, evidence based clinical advice and leadership to:

  • support service innovation and transformation in clinical priority areas through clinical commissioning policy and service specification development
  • The Clinical Panel member will:
  • understand NHS England and specialised commissioning corporate priorities
  • assess the research evidence presented, taking account of any specific expert clinical consensus advice provided in order to reach a judgement on the proposed policy / development or recommended actions
  • provide clinical advice in developing specialised services commissioning products
  • understand the need to ensure value in the use of NHS resources
  • participate in web-conference meetings of the Clinical Panel, although extraordinary face to face Panels maybe organised.
  • provide clinical advice as necessary in national Service Reviews

The appointment is offered on a remunerated sessional basis, for a period of up to three years, with an annual review of progress. Two PAs equivalent per Panel meeting (one for preparation and one for attendance) with employment remaining with the host organisation. Up to 12 Panel meetings (monthly) per annum.

Main duties of the job

The role will involve:

  • sufficient preparation prior to Panel meetings in order to fully understand and consider all the documents provided
  • preparation and presentation of an introduction to usually between 1 or 2 of the items on the agenda (not expected every meeting) in order to assist the Panel to understand, discuss and determine the Panels recommendation
  • the need to demonstrate an ethical, evidenced based and impartial approach to the work of the panel
  • consideration of population health, and the need of the NHS to be equitable in its approach to meeting the health care needs of the population and reflect this in discussions
  • declaration any conflicts of interest for any agenda items
  • specifications, and other commissioning guidance to enable improvement in outcomes
  • To ensure that specialist insight and advice is designed to support the delivery of a holistic, person-centred approach to clinical care

About us

NHS England and NHS Improvement came together on 1 April 2019 as a new single organisation. The NHS Long Term Plan focuses on delivering integrated care to patients at the local level and we can best support the NHS to deliver this as a single integrated organisation.

Our new operating model represents a strong shift to regional delivery supported by expert corporate teams. Local health systems are supported by our integrated regional teams who play a major leadership role in the geographies they manage.

Specialised services support people with a range of rare and complex conditions. They often involve treatments provided to patients with rare cancers, genetic disorders or complex medical or surgical conditions.

We are jointly committed to creating and maintaining a fair and supportive working environment and culture, where contributions are fully recognised and valued by all and staff feel empowered to carry out their duties to the best of their abilities. As employers we are committed to promoting and protecting the physical and mental health and well-being of all our staff. This underpins our values as set out in the NHS Constitution, supports us to be an Employer of Choice and ultimately enables our employees to support the effective care of our patients.

Date posted

16 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£8,500 a year Up to £8,500 a year

Contract

Honorary

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

M0034-25-0000

Job locations

Wellington House

London

SE1 6LH


Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Panel member will:

  • need to undertake sufficient preparation prior to Panel meetings in order to fully understand and consider all the documents provided
  • prepare and present an introduction to usually between 1 or 2of the items on the agenda(not expected every meeting)in order to assist the Panel to understand, discuss and determine the Panel’s recommendation 
  • need to demonstrate an ethical, evidenced based and impartial approach to the work of the panel 
  • consider population health, and the need of the NHS to be equitable in its approach to meeting the health care needs of the population and reflect this in discussions
  • declare any conflicts of interest for any agenda items Improving quality and outcomes
  • To position clinical advice and leadership at the centre of NHS England with the aim of increasing quality and value throughout the system and taking forward the ambitions of the Long Term Plan for the NHS
  • To provide clinical input to assist the alignment of commissioning resources to effectively and efficiently deliver clinical commissioning policies, service specifications, and other commissioning guidance to enable improvement in outcomes
  • To ensure that specialist insight and advice is designed to support the delivery of a holistic, person-centred approach to clinical care Enabling patient and public involvement
  • To act as a champion for patients and their interests 
  • To work with NHS England’s co-production approach for involving patients, carers and citizens in the development of commissioning tools and resources Promoting equality and reducing inequalities
  • To uphold organisational policies and principles in the promotion of equality
  • To create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday action ensures equality is upheld and promoted
  • To influence and shape the commissioning of services to eliminate social and cultural inequalities for disadvantaged groups Partnership and cross boundary working
  • To harness expertise and advocacy by advising on the engagement required with a range of organisations where necessary,including Royal Colleges, specialist professional associations and patient groups, in the development of clinical policies or services specifications Leadership for transformational change
  • To model a collaborative and influencing style of working, negotiating with others to achieve the best outcomes
  • To promote innovation and research Ensuring value for patients and the NHS
  • To be mindful of the need to assess clinical benefit of interventions as part of the process of determining clinical recommendations Developing an excellent organisation
  • To value and model matrix working at all levels in the organisation 
  • To support the organisation’s ways of working, model its values and champion the NHS Constitution
  • To ensure compliance with all confidentiality and governance requirements within the directorate
  • To adhere to the NHS Managers Code of Conduct and any other relevant professional codes of conduct at all times

Job description

Job responsibilities

The Clinical Panel member will:

  • need to undertake sufficient preparation prior to Panel meetings in order to fully understand and consider all the documents provided
  • prepare and present an introduction to usually between 1 or 2of the items on the agenda(not expected every meeting)in order to assist the Panel to understand, discuss and determine the Panel’s recommendation 
  • need to demonstrate an ethical, evidenced based and impartial approach to the work of the panel 
  • consider population health, and the need of the NHS to be equitable in its approach to meeting the health care needs of the population and reflect this in discussions
  • declare any conflicts of interest for any agenda items Improving quality and outcomes
  • To position clinical advice and leadership at the centre of NHS England with the aim of increasing quality and value throughout the system and taking forward the ambitions of the Long Term Plan for the NHS
  • To provide clinical input to assist the alignment of commissioning resources to effectively and efficiently deliver clinical commissioning policies, service specifications, and other commissioning guidance to enable improvement in outcomes
  • To ensure that specialist insight and advice is designed to support the delivery of a holistic, person-centred approach to clinical care Enabling patient and public involvement
  • To act as a champion for patients and their interests 
  • To work with NHS England’s co-production approach for involving patients, carers and citizens in the development of commissioning tools and resources Promoting equality and reducing inequalities
  • To uphold organisational policies and principles in the promotion of equality
  • To create an inclusive working environment where diversity is valued, everyone can contribute, and everyday action ensures equality is upheld and promoted
  • To influence and shape the commissioning of services to eliminate social and cultural inequalities for disadvantaged groups Partnership and cross boundary working
  • To harness expertise and advocacy by advising on the engagement required with a range of organisations where necessary,including Royal Colleges, specialist professional associations and patient groups, in the development of clinical policies or services specifications Leadership for transformational change
  • To model a collaborative and influencing style of working, negotiating with others to achieve the best outcomes
  • To promote innovation and research Ensuring value for patients and the NHS
  • To be mindful of the need to assess clinical benefit of interventions as part of the process of determining clinical recommendations Developing an excellent organisation
  • To value and model matrix working at all levels in the organisation 
  • To support the organisation’s ways of working, model its values and champion the NHS Constitution
  • To ensure compliance with all confidentiality and governance requirements within the directorate
  • To adhere to the NHS Managers Code of Conduct and any other relevant professional codes of conduct at all times

Person Specification

Transformation

Essential

  • Please provide one or two detailed examples of how you have applied your clinical management skills to deliver service-level quality improvement and transformation, with specific attention to reducing health inequalities and/or improving diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Leadership

Essential

  • Using a recent example, please describe your leadership experience, specifically in relation to clinical management and/or professional leadership

Credibility

Essential

  • Our national clinical leaders need to provide visible and credible leadership in specific service areas. Please provide evidence, through one or two detailed examples, that demonstrates your credibility within your own service area (e.g. a high-profile piece work you have been involved with, and steps you took to ensure it had credibility in the wider health system?)

Collaboration

Essential

  • Please describe one or two detailed examples that best demonstrate your experience of collaborative leadership (for example, leading across organisational and/or professional boundaries)

Stakeholder engagement

Essential

  • Please provide one or two detailed examples of where you have represented your organisation or profession by working with patient groups, key community, political or industry stakeholders on a high profile or contentious change issue
Person Specification

Transformation

Essential

  • Please provide one or two detailed examples of how you have applied your clinical management skills to deliver service-level quality improvement and transformation, with specific attention to reducing health inequalities and/or improving diversity and inclusion in the workplace

Leadership

Essential

  • Using a recent example, please describe your leadership experience, specifically in relation to clinical management and/or professional leadership

Credibility

Essential

  • Our national clinical leaders need to provide visible and credible leadership in specific service areas. Please provide evidence, through one or two detailed examples, that demonstrates your credibility within your own service area (e.g. a high-profile piece work you have been involved with, and steps you took to ensure it had credibility in the wider health system?)

Collaboration

Essential

  • Please describe one or two detailed examples that best demonstrate your experience of collaborative leadership (for example, leading across organisational and/or professional boundaries)

Stakeholder engagement

Essential

  • Please provide one or two detailed examples of where you have represented your organisation or profession by working with patient groups, key community, political or industry stakeholders on a high profile or contentious change issue

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

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.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England Specialised Commissioning

Address

Wellington House

London

SE1 6LH


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/commissioning/spec-services/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS England Specialised Commissioning

Address

Wellington House

London

SE1 6LH


Employer's website

https://www.england.nhs.uk/commissioning/spec-services/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Date posted

16 January 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£8,500 a year Up to £8,500 a year

Contract

Honorary

Duration

3 years

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

M0034-25-0000

Job locations

Wellington House

London

SE1 6LH


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