About this role
Job summary
Adult Learning Disability Services, Fit for the Future Programme - Transformation Lead
Do you
have a passion for working effectively and creatively with people with a Learning Disability? have a proven record of accomplishment in service improvement and innovative practice? relish the challenge of supporting colleagues from all professional groups to deliver the best specialist services possible? Are you committed
to co-production and working alongside experts by experience in service improvement initiatives? to supporting staff well-being and feel driven to address the health inequalities faced by people with a Learning Disability? If your answer is yes, this may be the role for you.
This role will oversee the delivery of the operational transformation plans for the Adult Learning Disability Service's Fit for the Future Programme. Leading the Programme to identify, implement, and operationalise service priorities and future models of care.All work is to be co-produced with our communities and our colleagues.
The successful candidate will be working closely with operational managers, professional leads, clinical leads, project management offices and wider system partners to support operational planning, implementation, training and delivery of the Fit for the Future Programme. Taking the lead on implementation of new processes and pathways, using quality improvement methodology to undertake service improvements.
Main duties of the job
Coordinate and deliver operational transformation project using quality improvement methodology. To work closely with the CLDT's senior leadership team and identified leads in each service area in supporting the development of effective operational improvement initiatives and structuring progress delivery. Work with the senior leadership team to problem solve and determine remedial actions as required. To enable the sharing of workforce development and best practice pathways to increase the knowledge, skills and competencies of staff to deliver transformation. To act as the single point of contact to ensure regular updates, evidence of best practice or changes applicable to the Fit for the Future Programme are communicated appropriately. Support the senior leadership team with review and updating of policies, SOPs and business continuity plans as required. To build strong and productive professional networks across all agencies. To build effective working alliances with external stakeholders and partners to support the overall strategic objectives, attending stakeholder meetings, conferences or focus groups to enhance this and ensure that the Fit for the Future Programme is implemented as required. To manage, develop, monitor and evaluate engagement and outcomes achieved within the services to ensure best practice is shared regionally and nationally giving service users the best and most effective routes to treatment.
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 be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications
Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI you must state this in your application.
Job description Job responsibilities
This role isnot eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn
Location -Various Flexible across South Staffordshire and Shropshire, Telford & Wrekin
Responsible for - Overseeing and supporting the operational transformation objectives of the Adult Learning Disability Services Fit for the Future Programme
For full job description and person specification, refer to documents attached
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training Essential
1. Relevant professional qualification and current registration as a health professional. 2. Educated to degree level or equivalent level in relevant area or equivalent status. 3. Evidence of senior management level continuing professional development.
Desirable
1. Qualification in Project Management and or Quality Improvement Methodology.
Experience Essential
1. Extensive knowledge and understanding of NHS processes and policies. 2. Significant experience of working in a management role in acute and/or community setting. 3. In depth knowledge of the current NHS agenda and challenges. 4. In depth knowledge of current best practice in learning disability services.
Desirable
1. Experience of managing service level agreements. 2. Experience of producing reports to Board.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Address Flannagan Centre, St Georges (but flexible with the needs of the service, blended working available)
Stafford
ST16 3AG
Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)