Job overview
The role is responsible for a range of professional leadership duties including the operational management and delivery of Occupational Health services at all Trust Sites. The post holder will be responsible for the coordination and review of performance monitoring, clinical governance reporting, project work and the development of business plans/production of reports as required. They will be required to take remedial action where necessary, suggest improvements and propose and implement new ways of working.
The post holder will be directly responsible for co-ordinating others to deliver timely and effective business support across the area of responsibility. The post holder will establish business processes and procedures within their area(s) that satisfy the Trust’s statutory obligations. They will work collaboratively with other operational and professional leads within the Directorate and across the organisation to ensure that the Trust can evidence its compliance with national policies and standards.
The post holder will be responsible for management of the directorate budget and staff establishment control, including ensuring appropriate allocation of financial resources and ensure that expenditure is monitored against budget and maintain financial control.
Main duties of the job
Enthuse, engage and maintain effective two-way channels of
communication within the OH department and to involve individuals
and teams within the wider HR service to ensure delivery of relevant
quality and performance targets.
Deliver a programme of continuous improvement in a challenging
and demanding environment.
Attend, lead and participate in departmental, divisional and Trust
meetings.
Manage the capital and revenue budgets for the department as to
ensure that expenditure and income is within financial plans and
budget and to ensure compliance with Standing Financial
Instructions.
Interpreting, proposing and drafting changes to policies, guidelines,
contracts and service level agreements (SLA’s) which impact the
service
Develop and implement effective reporting arrangements within the
service to accurately record and monitor performance against local
and national targets and to pro-actively develop solutions to manage
any variances.
Maintain a good knowledge of emerging policies from government
departments and external bodies which may impact the service.
Lead and coordinate the production and update of an asset register
for the relevant services as and when required.
Be an authorised signatory for procurement of equipment and
supplies and be involved in procurement of capital equipment,
deciding in collaboration with staff appropriate purchases from a
range of options.
Working for our organisation
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Candidate Pack
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route however sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds (£25000), and any role-specific criteria.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Responsible for the day to day operations of a busy OH department, based over 4 hospital sites. See JD for full details of main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications / Experience
Essential criteria
1. Educated to masters or equivalent level of knowledge and experience
2. Experience working in a complex and unpredictable environment
3. Demonstratable previous success in leading and delivering service change and performance initiatives
4. Evidence of preparing and presenting reports
5. Evidence of ability to source, interpret and report highly complex data
6. Evidence of managing operational arrangements including budgets
7. Computer literate in word, database, spreadsheet, presentations and file management at a high level
8. Proven evidence of managing a significant sized team and utilising resources effectively and efficiently
9. Experience of managing a range of employment issues including sickness absence, disciplinary, performance and grievance issues
10. Knowledge of national development strategies and delivery of NHS services
11. NMC registered
Desirable criteria
12. Project management qualification
13. Advanced use of patient administration systems
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
14. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role)
15. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants:
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Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications