Transformation Manager - NE

The post holder is responsible for the operational management and service improvement programmes for NE Essex Community Services. The post holder will take joint responsibility with the management teams for successful achievement of the local transformation agenda. This will include providing project management resource, advice and capacity for implementation of projects, including delivery of benefits and evaluation. The post holder will be expected to take ownership of resolving programme delivery issues in community services. Monitor and report Directorate and Service level programme performance against a range of identified benefits and quality indicators. Support management teams in having sufficient capacity and capability to ensure programme objectives are successfully delivered. Support the contract negotiation process annually ensuring that programme objectives are in line with contractual agreements and ensures these are achievable. Develop a range of communication mediums to ensure Directorate; Service and CCG are apprised of local programme issues. Work with performance and information analysists in the capture of programme critical indicators. Escalate risks and issues to the management team as part of the programme management reporting process. Triangulate and rationalise programme information requirements to ensure requests are managed and achievable., Provide local intelligence and awareness throughout the design and implementation of the transformation strategy. Support the implementation of service transformation and re-design plans and evaluate the impact on service delivery within community services. Work collaboratively with service managers in the initiation of service improvement response action plans and the implementation of key project deliverables as part of relevant transformation programmes. Provide change management, project management support and mentoring for project leads as needed to ensure successful delivery of projects. Analyse project information to produce a programme view of mile stones deliverables and dependencies making recommendations to project leads, CCG and service managers. Make recommendations and develop solutions for overcoming or minimising the likelihood or impact of identified risks.,

• Leading transformation programme reporting at a Directorate and Service level though a combination of attendance at appropriate forums and interaction with operational leads and staff.
• Ensure processes are in place to meet quality standards and indicators.
• Engaging in front line of service delivery with staff to ensure that they can identify opportunities for service improvement and transformation.
• Translate Trust/CCG wide transformation programmes into local improvement through coordination and leading projects.
• Be responsible for development of transformation service plans that are consistent with the strategic aims, objectives and vision of the Trust and CCG.
• Ensure business cases are produced for services are developed, taking into account: activity, income projections and appropriate service models.
• Assess the impact of any service re-design programme at Directorate and Service level, including robust processes for measuring the delivery of benefits associated with each project.
• Act a service improvement driver and provoke positive change in the delivery of services.
• Monitor projects across services, ensuring robust project management discipline in the delivery of names transformation programmes.
• Provide project management capacity to organise the delivery of high priority projects.
Management and Leadership Responsibilities
• Have an understanding of the national perspective and future strategy for the NHS and related areas of health to ensure that staff are fully aware of the implications and can contribute effectively to service improvement.
• Provide a clear, effective and appropriate leadership style that engages and empowers all members of the team to perform to high standards and innovate.
• Develop staff knowledge and skills to promote equality and diversity and address inequalities both in employment and service delivery.
Please note - staff who are formally at risk within the organisation will be given priority in securing alternative employment. Should it come to light that a post being advertised by the Trust is considered 'suitable alternative employment' to an individual who is at risk, the recruiting manager will be advised and the post will be withdrawn from NHS Jobs. Important Professional References Make sure that as a part of your application you have professional references with business contract information covering your last three year employment history. We are unable to accept personal or character references. As a newly appointed employee you are responsible for incurring the cost of your initial DBS check relevant to your post, the amount will be deducted from your first salary with the Trust. Applications for Job Share are positively welcomed.

EPUT provides community health, mental health and learning disability services to support more than 3.2 million people living across Bedfordshire, Essex and Suffolk. Also: + We are among the largest employers in the in the East of England region, with more than 10,000 staff working across more than 200 sites. + We run the COVID-19 vaccination programme across mid and south Essex and Suffolk and north east Essex. EPUT was formed on 1 April 2017 following the merger of North Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (NEP) and South Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (SEPT). A new leadership team was established at the Trust in 2020.Our vision and values Our Vision "To be the leading health and wellbeing service in the provision of mental health and community care". Our Purpose "We care for people every day. What we do together, matters". Our Values + We Care + We Learn + We Empower Our strategic objectives + We will deliver safe, high quality integrated care services. + We will enable each other to be the best that we can. + We will work together with our partners to make our services better. + We will help our communities to thrive. Our services + Mental Health Services + Community Health Services + Learning Disabilities Services + Social Care Find out more about the services we offer in our service directory., The Trust has the right to expire vacancies prior to the closing date if they so wish. The Trust makes every attempt to contact all applicants and we strongly advise that you check the email account which is registered with NHS Jobs regularly, we would advise however due to the high number of applications we receive that if you have not heard from us within three weeks of the closing date your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to robust safer recruitment processes. Covid Vaccination Although Covid vaccinations are no longer a mandatory requirement within the NHS we continue to encourage and support the vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against Covid19. The safety of our staff and patients is a top priority for us at EPUT. If you would like to book a Covid vaccination or would like more information please contact us by emailing [email protected].

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including; + Season Ticket Loans + NHS discounts for staff + Excellent Training facilities and opportunities + Buying and Selling annual leave scheme + The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas + Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work + Day One Flexible Employer The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment Join our Staff bank What is Staff Bank? Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times. All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish. If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.