Job summary We are looking for an engaged and driven Network Manager to drive the development and sustainability of Head and Neck cancer services across the East Midlands. The post-holder will work within the East Midlands Head & Neck Cancer Network, which is a part of the wider East Midlands Acute Providers network (EMAP). The role is hosted by a University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust (UHDB) - one of the member organisations of the network. The role will be a combination of home and office based, although meetings via Microsoft Teams and in person will be required across the whole Network area, as above. The role is funded by NHS England & Improvement, on behalf of EMAP. The role supports the Network in driving transformation as well as value for money in planning, commissioning and service. The role is designed to build a combination of expertise and technical skills to develop a strong service delivery model. The post holder will report to the Head of Partnerships in UHDB, but will work on a day-to-day basis with professional, clinical and managerial colleagues across the East Midlands. The role is accountable to the East Midlands Head & Neck Cancer Network Chair. Main duties of the job The post holder will: Support the Network to deliver their work programme Support delivery of the vision arising from the head and neck services review in East Midlands: to be a nationally/internationally recognised network of excellence for head and neck cancer delivering excellent care and outcomes Closing Date: 11 November 2024 Interview Date: 25 November 2024 About us As a trusted organisation at the heart of our communities, we recognise the important role we can play in supporting the public, patients, our own people and local partners in achieving the best of health for the local population and the communities in which they live by providing Exceptional Care Together. Our fundamental Values of Compassion, Openness and Excellence underpin how we intend to work as a Trust and the associated behaviours are becoming embedded in all aspects of how we work. In return we will offer: Development opportunities, both professional and leadership development On-going support from recruitment to when you join our team and beyond. Staff benefits including employee assistance programme, discounted gym membership, onsite fitness classes, car schemes Key Facts: We see on average 4810 OP appointments a day. We are the 4 th busiest Trauma & Orthopaedic outpatients department in England - an average of 2077 per week. An average of 1115 patients are seen in A&Es across our network every day - 3rd largest in the country. Our hospitals admit an average of 195 emergency patients daily. Last year we undertook almost 33,700 planned surgical operations in our 57 operating theatres. We are one of only 7 Trusts nationally with more than 50 operating theatres. We carry out more than 140 elective procedures each working day. UHDB is a research active University Hospital with a large and varied portfolio of clinical trials and research opportunities for all staff Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pa Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 320-SNR-0177 Job locations Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Job description Job responsibilities Key elements within the job description include: Operational Management of the Network Project Management Enabling Clinical Leadership Enabling Patient and Public Engagement Partnership and Cross-Boundary Working Promoting Equality and Reducing Inequalities The ability to work in a highly politically sensitive environment, and to establish strong credibility with senior clinical colleagues will be vital in this role. Demonstrable and substantial experience of working in a complex operational clinical network environment, with associated strong understanding of the value and potential of networks are a pre-requisite for this role. Additionally, good knowledge of head, neck and thyroid services, acquired through working experience of the services will be very valuable in the role, along with a strong working knowledge of NHS acute provider organisations across the East Midlands. Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipImpacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Job description Job responsibilities Key elements within the job description include: Operational Management of the Network Project Management Enabling Clinical Leadership Enabling Patient and Public Engagement Partnership and Cross-Boundary Working Promoting Equality and Reducing Inequalities The ability to work in a highly politically sensitive environment, and to establish strong credibility with senior clinical colleagues will be vital in this role. Demonstrable and substantial experience of working in a complex operational clinical network environment, with associated strong understanding of the value and potential of networks are a pre-requisite for this role. Additionally, good knowledge of head, neck and thyroid services, acquired through working experience of the services will be very valuable in the role, along with a strong working knowledge of NHS acute provider organisations across the East Midlands. Please see attached Job description and Person Specification. To apply please click APPLY FOR THIS JOB this link will take you to the TRAC Recruitment Site. You will need to register if you do not already have an account. Following the recent update on UK immigration policy for those on a Health and Care Visa or Skilled Worker Visa, please click on the link to check your eligibility before applying for this post as we may be unable to provide sponsorshipImpacts of the changes to the UK immigration policy | NHS Employers Person Specification Essential Essential Demonstrable and substantial experience of working in a complex operational clinical network environment, with associated strong understanding of the value and potential of networks Good knowledge of head, neck and thyroid services, acquired through working experience of the services. A strong working knowledge of NHS acute provider organisations across the East Midlands Ability to negotiate on difficult and controversial issues including performance and change. Must be able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues, and present complex and sensitive information to large and influential groups. Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action. Works across boundaries, looks for collective success, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement. Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands. Person Specification Essential Essential Demonstrable and substantial experience of working in a complex operational clinical network environment, with associated strong understanding of the value and potential of networks Good knowledge of head, neck and thyroid services, acquired through working experience of the services. A strong working knowledge of NHS acute provider organisations across the East Midlands Ability to negotiate on difficult and controversial issues including performance and change. Must be able to provide and receive highly complex, sensitive or contentious information, negotiate with senior stakeholders on difficult and controversial issues, and present complex and sensitive information to large and influential groups. Takes decisions on difficult and contentious issues where there may be a number of courses of action. Works across boundaries, looks for collective success, listens, involves, respects and learns from the contribution of others. Must have an understanding of the background to and aims of current healthcare policy and appreciate the implications of this on engagement. Problem solving skills and ability to respond to sudden unexpected demands. 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. Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Derby Hospital Uttoxeter Road Derby DE22 3NE Employer's website https://www.uhdb.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)