Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Would you like to join an innovative team committed to delivering service transformation across Mental Health and Learning Disability Services? The Learning Disability and Forensic Service Division is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Project Manager to welcome into our Project team in Radlett.
The team works across a broad programme of operational and service development projects that aim to improve service user and carer outcomes and experience, support our workforce to have the skills, training, and tools to perform their roles efficiently and effectively and deliver projects which bring efficiencies, savings, and consistent processes across the division and wider Trust.
As our new Project Manager, you will be welcomed into a safe and supportive team, who empower and encourage one another in being the best version of ourselves for the benefit of our services, staff and those we deliver care to.
One of our current Project Manager's says that 'Working in projects within the LD and F division enables you to make a real positive difference. Your input is really valued by wider services. The team is made up of like-minded individuals who share a passion for making improvements and gives equal measures of support and autonomy. No two days are the same!'.
Please note, due to a high number of applications, we have moved the closing date forward to Sunday 19th January 2025.
Main duties of the job
You would join a team of Project and Programme Managers and be responsible for driving forward key projects and priorities within the division and wider trust. The team are primarily based in Radlett, Hertfordshire, working Monday-Friday with options of hybrid working also available. Our services span Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk and Buckinghamshire and due to the nature of this role, the post holder will be required to travel across sites. The postholder must hold a full valid driving licence and access to a car to use regularly for business purposes (unless they have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).
Other colleagues have said the following about the team 'The team consistently push through projects to ensure we meet objectives, always being proactive but mindful of the pressures front line facing staff are under. The team are creative in navigating problems, highly resourceful, motivated and just generally wonderful'.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is one of just five mental health trusts to achieve an overall rating of 'Outstanding' from the Care Quality Commission.
Our family of over 4,000 members of staff provide health and social care for people with mental ill health, physical ill health and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex and Norfolk, delivering these services within the community and several inpatient settings. Everything is underpinned by choice, independence and equality, with our Trust values embedded throughout:
Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
Staff can expect the following when working for the trust:
* 27 days annual leave on entry to NHS
* One of the best pension schemes in the UK
* Flexible working options
* Car leasing scheme
* Wellbeing events and activities
* A 24-hour staff support helpline
Job responsibilities
For full details of the role and responsibilities please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents attached.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION/TRAINING
* Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience in project delivery.
* Project Management Qualification or equivalent experience
* Evidence of ongoing personal and professional development
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE
* Experience of appropriate project management methodology (e.g. Prince2)
* Experience of analysing and presenting information to colleagues
* Experience of completing complex project plans and supporting documentation such as risk and issue logs, lessons learnt and communication plans
* Proven ability to negotiate and motivate teams to ensure project delivery
* Experience of working with multiple stakeholders
* Supervisory experience
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.
Salary
£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum pro rata + 5% of basic salary (min £1,258 max £2,122)
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Monday to Friday, with hybrid working options available.
Reference number
367-LD&F-9035
Job locations
Radlett, Hertfordshire
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