Deputy Head NonMedical Undergraduate Education & WideningParticipation

Can you ensure that opportunities are accessible and available to all of our people?
We are seeking a part time Deputy Head of Non- Medical Undergraduate Education, Apprenticeships & Widening Participation Manager post within our Trust.
Essentially we are looking for a leader who encourages and motivates, who is inclusive and creative, able to meet the exacting standards of Undergraduate non medical education , Apprenticeships and Widening Participation..
The role is supportive of someone who can focus on the here and now, whilst having vision for the future, supporting transformation and the ever changing needs to deliver the best possible services and outcomes for our service uses and the communities we serve. If so then maybe this is the role for you
Responsible for the operational management and commissioning of clinical placements for undergraduate non medical education students, apprenticeships working in partnerships with HEI's, ICB , external providers etc.
Building the Trust's capability and capacity by driving and improving skills and standards through education., Developing and promoting a culture of learning & development which enables the Trust to continuously improve all services.
Apply expert knowledge in interpreting recent and anticipated changes in national and local policies regarding apprenticeships, non medical undergraduate education, T Levels , Work Experience etc.
Maximise the use of the Apprenticeship Levy, and effective use of the non medical education tariff funding working with Finance BP to ensure full utilization is managed across the Trust in line with NHSE Funding Agreement 2024-2027.
Lead the development of regular updating of Trust policies and procedures committee as required in relation to the use of apprenticeships, non medical education, including securing approval from Trust executive.
Lead on development of Health Care Support Worker development programme, including but not exclusive to, HCSW induction, Care Certificate, and operational lead for Trainee Nursing Associate and BSc Nursing Apprenticeships and associated programme placements.
Pro-actively influence and negotiate when required with colleagues in the Trust of the new opportunities that there may be for the use of apprenticeships, applying expert knowledge of apprenticeships and workforce redesign coupled with significant change management skills where there may be resistance or reluctance on the part of service/department leads, + The healthcare provider of first choice for the people of East Sussex.
Our mission is to:
+ Deliver better health outcomes and an excellent experience for everyone we provide with healthcare services.
Our strategic objectives are to:
+ Improve quality and clinical outcomes by ensuring that safe patient care is our highest priority.
+ Play a leading role in local partnerships to meet the needs of our local population and improve and enhance patients' experiences.
+ Use our resources efficiently and effectively for the benefit of our patients and their care to ensure our services are clinically, operationally and financially sustainable.
Our aims are that all services delivered by the Trust are:
+ Safe
+ Effective
+ Caring
+ Responsive and
+ Well led

NHS AfC: Band 8a
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work.
East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.
We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £568 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.
Our extensive health services are provided by over 7,000 dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hastings and our Community Services were rated 'Outstanding' and Eastbourne DGH was rated 'Good' Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24 hour a day care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.
In the summer of 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' (BFF) programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to redevelop and expand our hospitals at Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hospital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.