Job summary Applicants must be employed with an Acute Trust based in the Midlands and work within the Neurosurgical Department. The roles will be appointed for a period of 18 months. The notice period will be 3 months. Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust (NUH) is the host provider for the Network team. The post-holder will remain an employee of their employing organisation. The duties and responsibilities of the post will however be undertaken in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and practices of the trust that they are based with, which may be amended from time to time Main duties of the job - To support the implementation quality and service improvement initiatives in the MidlandsNeurosurgery Network in conjunction with other members of the Network Team includingrepresentative clinicians and allied health professionals.- To disseminate network developments and plans to colleagues within the Trust and externalstakeholders.- To act as a point of contact for Trust quality and service improvement leads and Trust teamon network developments such as pathway redesign, resolve challenges with pathways andsupport new initiatives within the ODN priority plans.- To support the proactive development and implementation of local and regional quality andservice improvement projects and improvements within Neurosurgery establishing clearlinks with key staff and groups acting as a conduit for the network. About us Posts will be based at Trusts across the Midlands and not within NUH. With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation. Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.' Date posted 14 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro-rata Contract Fixed term Duration 18 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 164-6908190-A Job locations Trust Headquarters, 3rd Floor, City Hospital Nottingham NG5 1PB Job description Job responsibilities The individual will be working with the Neurosurgery Clinical Lead and Operational Manager withintheir delegated Trust, however theses posts are reporting directly to the Neurosurgery ODN. To participate in and support the Network Quality and Service Improvement Group. To promote service redesign and change management methodology working with GIRFT,Neurosurgery Specification and NHSE leads. To support the delivery of training within trusts in conjunction with members of the Networkmanagement team. To collate relevant quality and service improvement data and provide summative reports andpresentations as required to evidence base key outcomes for patients and to inform businesscases. To support the implementation of the Network work plan, self-assessment process, qualityand service improvement programme and any other agreed work streams. To support the development of relevant Network policies and procedures in association with the Network team and key stakeholders. To support the network team to maximise operational effectiveness and consistency, ensureequitable access to services, improve the quality of care and manage patient flows across thenetwork. Work with patient groups to improve quality of care and to compile patient stories and workwith governance teams dealing with serious untoward incidents. Job description Job responsibilities The individual will be working with the Neurosurgery Clinical Lead and Operational Manager withintheir delegated Trust, however theses posts are reporting directly to the Neurosurgery ODN. To participate in and support the Network Quality and Service Improvement Group. To promote service redesign and change management methodology working with GIRFT,Neurosurgery Specification and NHSE leads. To support the delivery of training within trusts in conjunction with members of the Networkmanagement team. To collate relevant quality and service improvement data and provide summative reports andpresentations as required to evidence base key outcomes for patients and to inform businesscases. To support the implementation of the Network work plan, self-assessment process, qualityand service improvement programme and any other agreed work streams. To support the development of relevant Network policies and procedures in association with the Network team and key stakeholders. To support the network team to maximise operational effectiveness and consistency, ensureequitable access to services, improve the quality of care and manage patient flows across thenetwork. Work with patient groups to improve quality of care and to compile patient stories and workwith governance teams dealing with serious untoward incidents. Person Specification Training and Qualification Essential oEducated to Degree/Masters level of study in Health related topic oExperienced allied health professional or nurse in Neurosurgery oRelevant professional qualification and registration Desirable oExperienced clinical manager and leader Working with Others Essential oWorks collaboratively, encouraging network member engagement and involvement, creating an environment where others have the opportunity to contribute. Skills Essential oA clear commitment to delivering quality patient focussed care. oExperience of facilitating group discussion and encouraging shared learning. oAbility to write and deliver regional reports and presentations. oEffective time management with flexible approach to deliver requirements of the role. oApplies appropriate values and behaviours. oAbility to deliver audits on services. oResilient and adaptive to changing pace and priorities for work delivery. Experience Essential oExperience in quality and service improvement methods and redesign methodology. oAppreciation of organisations/network culture. oUnderstanding of NHSE policy and processes. oProven ability to lead and manage change, service activity and development within a large and complex organisation. oDetailed understanding and experience of the operation of acute hospitals and the wider health economy. oExperience of establishing and leading multidisciplinary/professional teams oExperience of / ability to design, deliver and evaluate training to large and small groups of diverse health professional groups. oExperience of conducting clinical audits through data analysis and research Desirable oExperience of chairing meetings. oEvidence of delivering change within a networked environment. oExperience of leadership role Communication and Relationship Skills Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain effective communication with staff across all levels of an organisation. oBe able to develop both formal and informal contacts and networks to share learning and knowledge within the trust and with local and national social and health care bodies. oEvidence of managing conflict. oProven negotiation/communications skills. oEvidence of leading audits and providing concise reports for clinical improvement and redesign. Personal Qualities Essential oActs with integrity, behaving in an open and ethical manner. oFocuses on the needs of the patients to improve experience and outcomes. Improving Services Essential oEncourages innovation, creating a climate of continuous improvement. oFacilitates improvement, supporting change processes for improved healthcare. Person Specification Training and Qualification Essential oEducated to Degree/Masters level of study in Health related topic oExperienced allied health professional or nurse in Neurosurgery oRelevant professional qualification and registration Desirable oExperienced clinical manager and leader Working with Others Essential oWorks collaboratively, encouraging network member engagement and involvement, creating an environment where others have the opportunity to contribute. Skills Essential oA clear commitment to delivering quality patient focussed care. oExperience of facilitating group discussion and encouraging shared learning. oAbility to write and deliver regional reports and presentations. oEffective time management with flexible approach to deliver requirements of the role. oApplies appropriate values and behaviours. oAbility to deliver audits on services. oResilient and adaptive to changing pace and priorities for work delivery. Experience Essential oExperience in quality and service improvement methods and redesign methodology. oAppreciation of organisations/network culture. oUnderstanding of NHSE policy and processes. oProven ability to lead and manage change, service activity and development within a large and complex organisation. oDetailed understanding and experience of the operation of acute hospitals and the wider health economy. oExperience of establishing and leading multidisciplinary/professional teams oExperience of / ability to design, deliver and evaluate training to large and small groups of diverse health professional groups. oExperience of conducting clinical audits through data analysis and research Desirable oExperience of chairing meetings. oEvidence of delivering change within a networked environment. oExperience of leadership role Communication and Relationship Skills Essential oExcellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to maintain effective communication with staff across all levels of an organisation. oBe able to develop both formal and informal contacts and networks to share learning and knowledge within the trust and with local and national social and health care bodies. oEvidence of managing conflict. oProven negotiation/communications skills. oEvidence of leading audits and providing concise reports for clinical improvement and redesign. Personal Qualities Essential oActs with integrity, behaving in an open and ethical manner. oFocuses on the needs of the patients to improve experience and outcomes. Improving Services Essential oEncourages innovation, creating a climate of continuous improvement. oFacilitates improvement, supporting change processes for improved healthcare. 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). 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. 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 Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trusts Address Trust Headquarters, 3rd Floor, City Hospital Nottingham NG5 1PB Employer's website https://www.nuh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)