Job summary Closing Date: 09.03.25 (this may change dependent on response) Shortlisting to take place after closing date: commencing 10.03.25 Interview expected to take place in the week following shortlisting: commencing 17.03.25 The Improvement Academy is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, highly organised and motivated individual to take the lead on the management and development of the Enhanced Paediatric Nursing Skills Course. The Improvement Academy, based at the Bradford Institute for Health Research, is a leading national centre in patient safety and quality improvement. We are a team of improvement and implementation scientists, patient safety experts, and clinicians who are committed to working with frontline services, patients and the public to deliver real and lasting change. The work of the Improvement Academy spans all partner NHS organisations in the Yorkshire and Humber region, as well as research and academic partners such as the NIHR Yorkshire and Humber Applied Research Collaboration, Yorkshire and Humber Academic Health Science Network and Health Education Yorkshire and the Humber. Main duties of the job The Enhanced Paediatric Nursing Skills Training and Quality Improvement Lead is a key leadership role, supporting the development and delivery of, primarily, the EPNS Course and other courses and training programmes, where in agreement with their line manager. The post-holder will be responsible for: o Providing leadership, operational management, improvement expertise and continuous development of designated courses and training programmes. o Developing a responsive function to emerging partner needs. o Collaborating with colleagues to embed best practice evidence and implementation science into quality improvement efforts. o Establishing and maintaining effective collaborative relationships, bridging the gap between academic, health and partner organisations in the region and the UK. o Supporting the team in the development and delivery of programme's strategy. About us Our People Charter outlines the behaviours we can expect from one another and what you can expect from Bradford Teaching Hospitals Foundation Trust: We value people We are one team We care We're keen to meet people who share these values and are passionate about delivering the highest quality of care to our patients. Date posted 21 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pa Contract Secondment Working pattern Full-time Reference number 389-25-7010272 Job locations Bradford Institute for Health Research Bradford Royal Infirmary, Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking someone with excellent organisation and communication skills in order to providing leadership, operational management, improvement expertise and continuous development of designated Improvement Academy programmes. Additionally, the post-holder will collaborate with research colleagues to embed best practice evidence and implementation science into quality improvement efforts. Establishing and maintaining effective collaborative relationships for the long-term benefit of the Improvement Academy, bridging the gap between academic, health and partner organisations in the region and the UK. You will have opportunities to work on additional projects across our improvement and training programmes, matching your interests for development with our needs, and helping to shape the Improvement Academy agenda to best serve our region and the wider healthcare economy. If you are passionate about healthcare improvement and if you believe you have the necessary skills, knowledge and expertise, we would very much like to hear from you. Job description Job responsibilities We are seeking someone with excellent organisation and communication skills in order to providing leadership, operational management, improvement expertise and continuous development of designated Improvement Academy programmes. Additionally, the post-holder will collaborate with research colleagues to embed best practice evidence and implementation science into quality improvement efforts. Establishing and maintaining effective collaborative relationships for the long-term benefit of the Improvement Academy, bridging the gap between academic, health and partner organisations in the region and the UK. You will have opportunities to work on additional projects across our improvement and training programmes, matching your interests for development with our needs, and helping to shape the Improvement Academy agenda to best serve our region and the wider healthcare economy. If you are passionate about healthcare improvement and if you believe you have the necessary skills, knowledge and expertise, we would very much like to hear from you. Person Specification Experience Essential Significant experience working in patient safety, quality improvement and/or project management roles Experience of working in the patient flow environment, either operationally or as part of a quality improvement / project management role Experience of working in the NHS Experience of working on multidisciplinary and multi-organisational projects or research studies Experience of working with senior clinicians and academics Track record of delivering results Experience of managing staff Experience of organising and running events and meetings Experience of effective partnership working with other organisations at a senior level Desirable Experience of leading and working with patient and public groups to deliver change Experience of costing programmes of work and budget management Skills Essential Ability to think strategically linking active projects to current local and national priorities Planning and organisational skills to organise a broad range of complex activities, adjusting plans to reflect changing circumstances Project management skills Excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills Excellent written communication skills, able to produce reports for internal and external use and to disseminate information widely Excellent oral communication skills, competent in liaising and negotiating with senior clinicians, managers and academics Excellent presentation skills Analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to lead and manage staff Excellent teamwork development and facilitation skills Ability to prioritise own workload and meet deadlines Ability to assimilate information, e.g. national guidelines, clinical governance, interpret and provide advice on best practice. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook software Ability to work across organisational boundaries Knowledge Essential Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance Knowledge of a range of service improvement methods and approaches Desirable Knowledge of Implementation methods Knowledge of patient safety issues and human factors' approaches Knowledge of behaviour change methods Knowledge of research methods Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in a health-related or science field Specialist project management knowledge or experience to Masters level equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development. Other Requirements Essential Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments, if necessary). Including clearance on blood borne viruses, in compliance with Trust Policy. Demonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values Self-motivated and proactive approach Embraces change Able to travel to various sites across the Yorkshire and Humber region and occasionally further afield Reliable Able to work flexibly in order to respond to the demands of the role Person Specification Experience Essential Significant experience working in patient safety, quality improvement and/or project management roles Experience of working in the patient flow environment, either operationally or as part of a quality improvement / project management role Experience of working in the NHS Experience of working on multidisciplinary and multi-organisational projects or research studies Experience of working with senior clinicians and academics Track record of delivering results Experience of managing staff Experience of organising and running events and meetings Experience of effective partnership working with other organisations at a senior level Desirable Experience of leading and working with patient and public groups to deliver change Experience of costing programmes of work and budget management Skills Essential Ability to think strategically linking active projects to current local and national priorities Planning and organisational skills to organise a broad range of complex activities, adjusting plans to reflect changing circumstances Project management skills Excellent interpersonal and teamworking skills Excellent written communication skills, able to produce reports for internal and external use and to disseminate information widely Excellent oral communication skills, competent in liaising and negotiating with senior clinicians, managers and academics Excellent presentation skills Analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to lead and manage staff Excellent teamwork development and facilitation skills Ability to prioritise own workload and meet deadlines Ability to assimilate information, e.g. national guidelines, clinical governance, interpret and provide advice on best practice. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Outlook software Ability to work across organisational boundaries Knowledge Essential Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of application of relevant National Guidance Knowledge of a range of service improvement methods and approaches Desirable Knowledge of Implementation methods Knowledge of patient safety issues and human factors' approaches Knowledge of behaviour change methods Knowledge of research methods Qualifications Essential Educated to degree level in a health-related or science field Specialist project management knowledge or experience to Masters level equivalent Evidence of continuing professional development. Other Requirements Essential Able to fulfil Occupational Health requirements for the post (with reasonable adjustments, if necessary). Including clearance on blood borne viruses, in compliance with Trust Policy. Demonstrates honesty and integrity and promotes organisational values Self-motivated and proactive approach Embraces change Able to travel to various sites across the Yorkshire and Humber region and occasionally further afield Reliable Able to work flexibly in order to respond to the demands of the role 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). Additional information 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 Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Bradford Institute for Health Research Bradford Royal Infirmary, Duckworth Lane Bradford BD9 6RJ Employer's website https://www.bradfordhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)