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Employer 279 University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Brighton General Hospital Town Brighton Salary £64,455 - £74,896 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 20/10/2025 23:59
About our Trust
At UHSussex we’re proud to be at the heart of the NHS. As one of the UK’s largest acute trusts, we’re a leading example of the excellence, the ambition and the values that have embodied the NHS for over 70 years.
Our hard-working, talented and dedicated people work together towards a common goal – to deliver Excellent Care Everywhere for our patients, our people and our communities. Whatever your role here at UHSussex you will play a part in driving us forwards and in improving the lives of patients across Sussex.
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us deliver Excellent Care Everywhere. 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.
We value compassion, inclusion and respect as our core values. We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in our wellbeing programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
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We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Job overview
Are you a dynamic and visionary leader passionate about shaping the future of dermatology services? We are seeking an exceptional individual to drive the rapid recovery and transformation of our dermatology services at University Hospitals Sussex. This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and contribute to a unified, future-ready dermatology service across the Trust.
Main duties of the job
* Providing strategic leadership to the multidisciplinary team, ensuring alignment with national recovery goals and a clear vision for restoring and strengthening dermatology services. This includes ensuring a high-performing culture through visible leadership, coaching, and supporting clinical and operational teams.
* You will lead weekly performance reviews, identify bottlenecks and risks, and collaborate with Business Intelligence and clinical teams to develop dashboards that track key indicators like demand, capacity, and throughput.
* Utilising best practice guidelines, including those from GIRFT and the British Association of Dermatologists (BAD), to redesign pathways for efficient, safe, and patient-centered care. You will champion sustainable models such as community dermatology, virtual clinics, and enhanced triage to improve patient access and outcomes. This role will involve building the foundations for a future-ready service, including workforce planning, digital enablers, and modern infrastructure, aligning transformation efforts with NHS Sussex priorities and broader outpatient recovery initiatives.
* Developing and executing a comprehensive communication plan to engage all stakeholders (clinicians, executives, patient groups) on recovery progress and transformation changes. You will facilitate regular briefings, translate complex data into accessible messages, and promote a culture of open communication and continuous improvement.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. 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 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We’re here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.
As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.
We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
About You:
You will be an experienced and inspirational leader with a proven track record in service improvement and transformation within a healthcare setting, ideally within dermatology. You will possess:
* Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to engage and motivate diverse teams.
* A strong understanding of NHS targets, performance frameworks, and recovery methodologies.
* Experience in implementing best practice guidelines and driving innovative solutions in clinical pathways.
* The ability to navigate complex challenges, role model resilience, and adapt to a fast-paced environment.
* A commitment to patient safety, quality of care, and reducing health inequalities.
* The ability and willingness to travel between Brighton General Hospital, the Royal Sussex County Hospital, and other UHSx sites as required.
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a critical service at a time of significant transformation. You will have the chance to make a lasting impact on patient care, work with a dedicated team, and contribute to the strategic direction of dermatology services within University Hospitals Sussex.
This role is eligible for visa sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker route. Sponsorship can only be provided where applicants meet the specific requirements set by UKVI, including the relevant skill and salary thresholds, and any role-specific criteria.
Person specification
Experience
* Evidence of changing and transforming complex, multi-site services
* Evidence of working at system level with multi-agency stakeholders
* Demand and capacity modelling
* Workforce modernisation
* Leading planned care services (acute hospital)
* Conflict management
* Level 7 qualification in leadership
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
* Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
* Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
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
Further Information
For help with the application process for Nursing vacancies, please email uhsussex.nursingteam@nhs.net.
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Employer certification / accreditation badges
The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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