About this role
Job summary
An exciting Cancer Improvement Manager position is available within Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance (SSCA). This role has been created to make a direct, measurable difference to cancer outcomes for patients across our footprint. We are looking for experienced and driven applicants to lead local, targeted improvement work at NHS Trust sites across Surrey and Sussex.
The successful candidate will lead, help design and manage change, working effectively with colleagues, as well as local partners, and those who draw upon cancer services within Surrey & Sussex.
We are looking for candidates who:
Have experience of managing large and complex projects
Have strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and influence others
Are organised, self-motivated and able to prioritise workload to meet competing deadlines
Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Interviews are planned to take place in-person at Surrey Technology Centre in weeks commencing 22nd and 29th June. If you are unavailable during this period, please let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
Main duties of the job
This is a site-based role, working alongside operational and clinical teams at any one of the NHS providers across SSCA to drive improvements in cancer performance and outcomes. The post holder will be expected to be open and flexible, willing to work on-site at any SSCA secondary care trust. Whilst being a valued member of staff at SSCA, you will also act as an embedded member of your relevant team, building trusted relationships, diagnosing performance challenges and leading targeted cancer improvement projects within the organisation - with a focus on cancer waiting times performance and addressing unwarranted variation.
Working alongside clinical leads, cancer service managers and operational leads, you will diagnose root causes of underperformance; develop evidence-based improvement plans; and lead the end-to-end project delivery, using recognised improvement and project management methodologies.
You will be expected to develop strong working relationships with clinical, operational and multidisciplinary teams at your host trust, acting as the visible, credible link between the provider and SSCA. You will translate complex performance data into clear narratives and actionable plans, and will report regularly on progress to both trust and Cancer Alliance leadership.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
A video about the Royal Surrey - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R96pMboIYdo
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full job description and person specification
This is a site-based role, with the post holder expected to work on-site at any SSCA secondary care trust as required
Ashford and St Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
This is a site-based role and does not offer home working. The Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance is a partnership that brings together leaders from NHS Trusts, integrated care systems and other health organisations across a population of approximately 3.6 million people. Our aim is to improve diagnosis, treatment and care outcomes for cancer patients, and to reduce unwarranted variation across our providers.
The post holder will also contribute to shared learning across the Alliance networks and support the development of sustainable improvement capability.
As part of its programme to transform cancer services, the Cancer Alliance works with partner Trusts to improve cancer pathways, patient experience and outcomes. This role supports the development and delivery of improvement initiatives across the Alliance, working closely with clinical and operational teams across provider organisations and the wider system.
The post-holder will co-create and deliver a portfolio of improvement projects with system and provider partners, with a strong focus on securing engagement and approval from senior clinical, executive and operational leaders to drive performance and service improvement across cancer pathways.
Operating at the intersection of programme management and delivery, the role will translate transformation strategy into practical change. This includes analysing data and intelligence such as Cancer Waiting Times (CWT) to identify opportunities to implement best practice pathways, reduce variation, and ensure timely, high-quality, and seamless patient care.
Additional information
When writing your supporting statement be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification drawing on any relevant experience, education or personal interests
Interviews are planned to take place in-person at Surrey Technology Centre in weeks commencing 22nd and 29th June. If you are unavailable during this period, please let us know and we may be able to schedule an alternative date to interview you.
We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.
See attached job description for further information.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to Masters level or can demonstrate significant training and experience of working at an equivalent level Evidence of continuous professional development Formal project management training qualification or equivalent level of experience
Desirable
Formal service improvement training qualification
Knowledge and Experience Essential
Significant experience of project/ service improvement in a healthcare setting Comprehensive understanding of the principles of project management, for example prioritising, planning, adapting plans, resource planning Demonstrates an understanding of the current healthcare policy and guidance for the needs of people affected by cancer Has experience of influencing without direct authority, particularly in a challenging, complex and rapidly changing environment Experience of analysing and interpreting multiple, complex data sets and presenting to a wide range of audiences with authority and credibility Experience of developing and implementing policies, operational procedures, guidance to improve cancer care Knowledge and understanding of cancer pathways and performance Knowledge and understanding of a range of issues in cancer care / services Experience in demand and capacity 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.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
Address Sussex and Surrey
Egerton Road
Guildford
GU2 7XX
Employer's website https://www.royalsurrey.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)