Job Summary
Integrated Neighbourhood Teams are in the early stages of development across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin. The Trust will be at the forefront of delivering this agenda. This new role is designed to ensure neighbourhood working is given the priority required to meet the needs of our population.
Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin (STW) is split into two places – Shropshire (population 330,000) and Telford & Wrekin (population 190,000). The Trust has been successful in the first wave of bids to the National Neighbourhood Healthcare Implementation Programme (NNHIP) and this position will support this work across the system. The Trust also delivers 0‑19 Public Health services in Dudley and is keen to be more fully involved in Integrated Neighbourhood Teams.
Please note this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received; we advise you submit your application early to avoid disappointment.
Responsibilities
* Plan and deliver neighbourhood development as part of the Operations Directorate, identify and lead on associated growth opportunities, and support allied productivity schemes.
* Lead, plan and organise a broad range of complex projects and programmes, both new and ongoing, requiring formulation and adjustment of plans.
* Work in partnership with senior leaders across the operations directorate and corporate services, with key links to Planning and Quality divisions.
* Develop productive working relationships with key external stakeholders including Primary Care Networks, individual GP practices, local acute and mental health trusts, STW ICB, local authorities and voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations.
* Work with operational, planning and procurement colleagues in tendering for services that are a strategic fit for the Trust and enhance the overall offer in STW, Dudley or beyond.
Training & Qualifications
* Educated to Masters level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
* Extensive knowledge of leadership in a healthcare environment acquired through a postgraduate diploma or equivalent experience.
* Programme Management Qualification (Managing Successful Programmemes or similar) or equivalent experience.
* Significant evidence of continued professional development.
Experience
* Significant programme leadership experience with understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy.
* Leadership experience of working collaboratively with individuals from different professional backgrounds.
* Experience leading strategy implementation and advising senior managers on related complex issues.
* Experience in Health Service Management gained in one or more allied areas (Secondary Care, Community Healthcare, Primary Care, Local Authority, Health Commissioning, etc.).
Knowledge and Skills
* Understanding of NHS structures, systems and processes.
* Ability to demonstrate the complexity of business and achieve results in a difficult financial climate.
* Demonstrated ability to plan over short, medium, and long‑term timeframes and adjust plans and resource requirements accordingly.
Additional Information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check – this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship – applications from job seekers who require a current Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit https://www.ukvisasandimmigration.gov.uk/ and see the guidance at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/criminal-record-checks-for-overseas-applications.
Employer Details
Shropshire Community Health NHS Trust
Mount McKinley House, Anchorage Avenue, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury, SY2 6LG
Website: https://www.shropscommunityhealth.nhs.uk/
Job Details
Band: 8b | Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 per annum | Contract: Permanent | Working Pattern: Full‑time, Flexible working | Reference: 825-7826666-OPS | Location: Mount McKinley House, Anchorage Avenue, Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury, SY2 6LG
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