Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Deputy Risk Manager, indicative of band 7 - subject to agenda for banding, to join our Office of Clinical Governance Team. This is an exciting new post due to a recent restructure in our team to help the Risk Manager lead on the Trust's risk agenda. The entire Clinical Governance team are very excited about this role within the team and look forward to welcoming a Deputy Risk Manager to join our team. Our team is known for being very supportive and welcoming and there is a genuine atmosphere of kindness and care between our staff. This is a key role to help us develop our services for the future and we are looking for an individual who is keen to work as part of our Team to expand, develop and support this specialty area. We are very interested in hearing from you if you would like to join our team. We are looking for an applicant who is forward thinking and innovative, is flexible and adaptable with excellent communication and organisational skills but most importantly, have unlimited enthusiasm and sees that their role is part of something very special. This post requires someone who is strong in written and verbal communication, good IT skills along with excellent stakeholder management skills. This is a full-time post, working 37.5 hours per week and a mixture of office and home working. Main duties of the job The post holder will support the Trust's Risk Manager in their programme of work. The post holder will be responsible for assisting the Risk Manager to audit and maintain the corporate risk registers, and the Trust Secretary in ensuring that strategic risks feed into the Board Assurance Framework (BAF). The post holder will work closely with corporate and clinical care groups to ensure a proactive approach to risk management. About us The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million. We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School. The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles. Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation. Date posted 05 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Yearly Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 156-6759255 Job locations Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro TR1 3LJ Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Job description Job responsibilities PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side. To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following: Identity Checks Professional registration and qualification checks Employment history and reference checks Occupational Health clearance Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check Right to work in the UK For further information please visit: https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation We reserve the right to close this advert early. We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview. We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed. Person Specification Education, Qualifications and Training Essential oQualification at degree level in risk management, patient safety or other governance subject or equivalent experience oTeaching, training or mentorship qualification Desirable oHold or working towards the IRM risk managers qualification or equivalent Experience and Knowledge Required Essential oExperience of risk management gained from working in a large, complex organisation; preferably within a healthcare setting. oExperience of supporting services, departments and care groups in undertaking risk assessments, reviewing risk registers etc. oExperience of DATIX risk module or similar risk management system oDemonstrable track record of achievement in a relevant role oExperience of managing databases to store complex information oExperience of undertaking analysis of data, correlating multiple sources of data and producing informative reports. oExperience of writing clear and concise reports, to inform policy and provide information and assurance. oExperience of developing and delivering training packages using excellent presentation skills. oExperience of monitoring and reviewing compliance with legislation, policy and guidance. Desirable oExperience in any area of Governance, including patient safety, clinical audit or effectiveness Skills and Attributes Essential oExcellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills, and able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure whilst managing own workload. oAbility to work as a member of a team with minimal supervision and guidance. oExcellent written and verbal communication skills enabling complex aspects of governance to be communicated effectively in a style appropriate to recipients. oAnalytical and creative problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations; excellent attention to detail. oHighly developed communication and interpersonal skills: tact, diplomacy, negotiation, and ability to build credible relationships with staff at all levels from a wide range of professional and corporate areas and agencies. oSensitive to the needs of others and has an awareness and responsiveness to other peoples' perspectives whilst being process and target driven. oHighly motivated and reliable. oAble to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation. oPositive and flexible attitude to dealing with change. Desirable oPrevious experience in similar role in public sector. oAble to fully utilise risk management databases. Person Specification Education, Qualifications and Training Essential oQualification at degree level in risk management, patient safety or other governance subject or equivalent experience oTeaching, training or mentorship qualification Desirable oHold or working towards the IRM risk managers qualification or equivalent Experience and Knowledge Required Essential oExperience of risk management gained from working in a large, complex organisation; preferably within a healthcare setting. oExperience of supporting services, departments and care groups in undertaking risk assessments, reviewing risk registers etc. oExperience of DATIX risk module or similar risk management system oDemonstrable track record of achievement in a relevant role oExperience of managing databases to store complex information oExperience of undertaking analysis of data, correlating multiple sources of data and producing informative reports. oExperience of writing clear and concise reports, to inform policy and provide information and assurance. oExperience of developing and delivering training packages using excellent presentation skills. oExperience of monitoring and reviewing compliance with legislation, policy and guidance. Desirable oExperience in any area of Governance, including patient safety, clinical audit or effectiveness Skills and Attributes Essential oExcellent organisational, prioritisation and time management skills, and able to work to tight deadlines and under pressure whilst managing own workload. oAbility to work as a member of a team with minimal supervision and guidance. oExcellent written and verbal communication skills enabling complex aspects of governance to be communicated effectively in a style appropriate to recipients. oAnalytical and creative problem-solving skills in unpredictable situations; excellent attention to detail. oHighly developed communication and interpersonal skills: tact, diplomacy, negotiation, and ability to build credible relationships with staff at all levels from a wide range of professional and corporate areas and agencies. oSensitive to the needs of others and has an awareness and responsiveness to other peoples' perspectives whilst being process and target driven. oHighly motivated and reliable. oAble to develop, establish and maintain positive relationships with others both internal and external to the organisation. oPositive and flexible attitude to dealing with change. Desirable oPrevious experience in similar role in public sector. oAble to fully utilise risk management databases. 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 Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Address Royal Cornwall Hospital Truro TR1 3LJ Employer's website https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)