About this role
Job summary
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
To support delivery of the Trust Improvement agenda through undertaking a range of improvement activities and supporting staff and teams to achieve sustainable improvements. To work collaboratively with teams across the Trust, utilising a range of improvement methodologies To deliver improvements through facilitation, engagement of stakeholders, analysis, planning and project management To contribute to organisational learning and the spread of improvement through training, coaching and the sharing of quality improvement tools, techniques and initiatives.
Main duties of the job
Support teams across the Trust toidentify, plan, deliver and sustain improvement initiatives. Facilitate improvement activities using recognised quality improvement approaches,methodsand tools. Coach and support colleagues to develop their improvement knowledge, skills and confidence. Work collaboratively with staff, patients, service users and partners to understand challenges and develop solutions. Support the collection,analysisand presentation of data to inform improvement work and measure impact. Facilitate workshops, meetings and improvement events that engage and empower teams. Share learning, good practice and successful improvement approaches across the organisation. Contribute to the development of a culture of continuous improvement throughout the Trust. Build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels to support the successful delivery of improvement programmes
About us
Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.
We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.
We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.
We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.
Please note, we may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please note: If you use Artificial Intelligence (AI) as part of your application, we encourage you to review the Trust's guidance on the use of AI within the recruitment process. Further information can be found on Join Us :: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust or www.mpft.nhs.uk/joinus
Job description Job responsibilities
This vacancy is only open at this stage to internal employees of the following organisations within the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care System:
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust. North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust. University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust, inclusive of Black Country Procurement Group and North Midlands and Cheshire Pathology Service. Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent Integrated Care Board.
Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role, responsibilities and requirements.
For further information or to arrange an informal discussion, please contact:
John CostelloHead of [email protected]
If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love to hear from you and welcome you to our Improvement Team.
Shortlisting will take place on WC 14/09/26 and interviews will take place on 24/09/26
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience or training Training in quality improvement techniques in healthcare
Desirable
Trained Improvement Practitioner or equivalent improvement qualification. Recognised project management qualification, e.g. PRINCE2, or experience or training in project management
Experience Essential
Experience of working with clinical and non-clinical staff to deliver significant improvements in service quality Experience of applying improvement methods across numerous pathways
Desirable
Experience of workload management and prioritisation Experience of working in or influencing operational management
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.
Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address St Georges Hospital
Corporation Street
Stafford
ST163SR
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)