Band 8b Senior Transformation Programme Manager - Trust HQ
Please note that this post may close earlier than the indicated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an 8b Senior Transformation Programme Manager to join the Joint Commissioning Team within the Mental Health Provider Collaborative.
The post holder will provide overall Senior Programme Management leadership to the BSOL MHPC overseeing transformation projects in particular the NHS Talking Therapies for Anxiety and Depression (NHSTT) Programme, counselling and a range of secondary care-based community mental health teams including Community Mental Health Teams, Early Intervention services, Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams, Assertive Outreach Teams and Specialist Psychological Therapies.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for providing effective programme management support to the MHPC, they will lead and oversee the implementation of a number of highly complex projects to ensure the programme aims are met, in particular the delivery of key priorities for NHSTT and community mental health services.
The post holder will be working with managers, clinical leads, service users, wider ICB/BSol partners as well as regional and wider national teams, to drive a range of significant projects as part of the programme, ensuring that these are implemented effectively.
The post holder will be expected to demonstrate the value of effective project management techniques to all leads across the programme, normalising this approach towards service improvement through the introduction and maintenance of necessary project management disciplines and practices, ensuring that objectives are delivered on time and within budget, promoting and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
Working with the Head of Mental Health Commissioning, oversee the governance of the programme, linking with Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and the support team to ensure the successful running of the document management function, decision making recording and escalation, ensuring that all activities comply with relevant requirements of the BSMHFT PMO as lead provider.
Working for our organisation
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally.We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community.If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more detailed information about this role, please view the attached job description and person specification.
This role gives the opportunity for hybrid working and you will typically be asked to work in a hybrid way, working from your home and also from Trust HQ The Uffculme Centre, or any other agreed site.
Person specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria- Educated to Masters’ degree level or equivalent experience
- Formal management or project management qualification Prince 2 MSP which has been tested in a management /project management role
Experience
Essential criteria- In-depth recent experience in programme management at a senior level and in project management
- Experience of preparing detailed project plans, reports, etc.
- Experience in managing large budgets
- Significant staff management experience
- Ability to use Microsoft Project or similar project planning tool
- Previous NHS experience working as a senior project manager or in a senior role managing change.
Skills/Knowledge
Essential criteria- Able to form excellent relationships and influence and negotiate effectively to deliver results
- Able to manage and resolve conflict situation and able to investigate, analyse and resolve complex problems.
- Able to lead, encourage and motivate staff, giving clear instructions to teams and successfully monitor and manage performance
- Able to write clear and concise technical reports, system specifications, user documentation, etc.
- Excellent presentation/keyboard skills
Personal Qualities
Essential criteria- Confident and self– motivated with a commitment for continuous professional development
Our Trust is committed to treating individuals fairly and ensuring they have the same opportunities to fulfil their potential, even if this means doing things differently for different people sometimes. We are working hard to ensure our workforce reflects the diversity within Birmingham and Solihull and that our services meet the needs of all diverse service users and carers.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of our safe recruitment practice pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.As part of the selection process you may be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, however all cases of criminal record history are dealt with on a case by case basis.
Please note, if applicable for your role you will be required to cover the cost of your DBS certificate. This will be deducted from your salary over 3 months. You will also be required to sign up to the DBS Update Service before commencement with the Trust.
All successful applicants will be required to complete the Trust’s induction programme. The Fundamental (Statutory and Mandatory) training will be in an e-learning format. You will be required to complete training modules online (approx. 9-14 hours depending on post) by the end of your first week with us.
If you are successful at the shortlisting stage of the recruitment process we may contact you via email to advise you of the interview details. Please ensure you access your email account from which you applied regularly once the position has closed.
If applicable to your role, the Trust will require you to sign up for the DBS Update Service. The Trust will reimburse this. You will be contractually obliged to maintain your subscription.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the United Kingdom (UK) are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. Please note that from January 2021, to work in the UK all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship unless you have permission to work via another route.
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Relocation expenses may be reimbursed subject to eligibility. The policy provides for reimbursement up to £8,000.
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.