Total 12 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Milton Keynes, MK6 5AZ

Lead the development of multiple short, medium, or long-term highly complex projects and/or programmes of work that will support the delivery of the Trusts strategy and vision and improve operational effectiveness and patient experience and outcomes. This will include strengthening user involvement. Hold specialist knowledge, accumulated over multiple years of experience working in the healthcare IT context, across the wide range of skillsets that make up the IT Department. Analyse highly complex data, facts, documents or wider contexts with a view to making quality led, informed decisions regarding the design, configuration and build of highly technical solutions delivered to operational departments within the Trust. Consider a range of options and make an informed comparison, presenting relevant options to key stakeholders. Be responsible for the IT delivery of technically challenging and highly complex activities, solutions and projects including the development and on-going monitoring of plans to ensure the timely delivery of service and metrics for tracking progress, whilst managing any uncertainty and impact to the organisation. Lead in the development and implementation of policies relating to IT service delivery, development, project, technical change and recovery to maximise the quality and effectiveness of the service offered to all the Trusts business areas and external stakeholders. Contribute to the on-going management and development of the wider IT departmental budget. Provide expert leadership in the implementation of IT programmes of work and services and effectively lead and manage staff in accordance with Trust policies and procedures. Own the management, support, and maintenance of the systems in use across the Trust, providing information for a high number of different services, generating data flows out to local Information storage systems Please refer to the attached Job Description for further details. We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Where the post is a temporary position there may be a possibility of the post becoming permanent. All posts can be considered as development opportunities if applicants do not meet the essential criteria at the time of appointment but would be able to meet this in a reasonable time frame. Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Where the post is a temporary position there may be a possibility of the post becoming permanent. All posts can be considered as development opportunities if applicants do not meet the essential criteria at the time of appointment but would be able to meet this in a reasonable time frame. Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Company Description

Title: Group Catering Director

Location: Milton Keynes

Salary: Up to £70K

Benefits:

• 33 Days holiday including bank holidays
• 3 volunteering days
• 3 days grandparent leave
• 24 week’s enhanced maternity leave
• Bespoke training and development opportunities
• Pension and life insurance
• Discounts available on our HAPI app; high street shops, holidays & cinema
• Wellbeing hub
• Access to employee assistance programme
• Free meals whilst at work
• Career development opportunities
• HIT Apprenticeships for all experience levels

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Group Catering Director with a background in exceptional food catering services to join us working at one of our highly prestigious education settings.

If you are passionate about creating delicious dining experiences that fuel young minds and ignite taste buds, then this is the perfect opportunity to bring your expertise to our table.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Group Catering Director to make a name for themselves within the food service industry and be a part of setting the new standard for education catering.

Job Description

As a Group Catering Director your focus is to work closely with your teams to develop a great work relationship and together to provide the best customer service.

As well as having an excellent presentation, organisational and communication skills, you will be able to demonstrate a real passion for food & service and possess bags of enthusiasm.

• Collaborate with the back of house team to help develop well-balanced and nutritious menus that cater to diverse dietary requirements and preferences.
• Prepare and manage the catering budget, ensuring cost-effective operations while maintaining quality standards.
• Establish strong relationships with school Bursars, Head Teachers and faculty.
• Recruit, train, supervise and motivate catering staff.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations, hygiene standards, and quality control protocols.
• Identify opportunities for growth, innovation and improvement in menu offerings, service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Maintain strict adherence to health and safety regulations, ensuring a clean and organised kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Group Manager or General Manager in a high-volume, quality-focused environment.
• You can demonstrate that managing, training, and supporting a team has been an important part of your career to date.
• Financially astute, you are very analytical and know how to create and maintain budgets and drive commercial performance.
• Excellent coaching, delegation and influencing skills.
• Ability to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced, multi-faceted, creative environment and able to thrive under pressure.
• Ability to multitask, prioritise responsibilities, and adapt to changing circumstances in a fast-paced environment.
• Meticulous organisational abilities and a high attention to detail
• Empathetic, clear and highly effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to adapt to challenges and opportunities with a solution-oriented perspective.
• Excellent strategic thinking and critical reasoning skills

Additional Information

Holroyd Howe is one of the UK’s leading contract caterers, providing fresh innovative food services solely to independent schools and colleges. We are a team of experienced professionals who tailor our catering service provision specifically to suit children of all ages in order to meet the bespoke requirements of each school.

To provide our teams with the right skills to succeed in their jobs, we invest in their training and development. Our exceptional teams of seasoned specialists customise our catering services to fit children of all ages and satisfy the unique needs of our clients.

We pride ourselves on:

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of our thinking; always mindful of the ethics of our sourcing and how we prepare our meals.

Nutrition

We take nutrition seriously and understand the impact a healthy diet has on the fundamental years of development. Meals are always freshly prepared from scratch and packed with nutritious ingredients.

Food Innovation

We offer a wide portfolio of training opportunities and experiences, which attracts chefs who are passionate about culinary excellence and menu innovation to our team.

From tasting tables, theme days and food theatre, to chef demonstrations and supplier showcases, we create engaging and fun dining experiences for our students. We work together to make mealtimes exploratory, quirky, and fun for our pupils, helping them build strong and healthy relationships with food.

“Holroyd Howe is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all employees to share this commitment. All roles within Holroyd Howe are regarded as regulated activity, it is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity if you are barred from working with children, therefore we will require an Enhanced DBS which includes a Barred List check for all successful applicants. We will also require shortlisted applicants to provide appropriate information regarding any criminal offences and shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search of public available information on suitability to work with children.“

This appointment is offered on the return of satisfactory professional references.

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Main duties and responsibilities The postholder will provide specialist professional expertise while acting as a resource within the technical cardiology service at Milton Keynes University Hospital and Community Diagnostic Centre. To perform a range of standard and complex investigations as requested by clinicians and analyse patient results, providing a comprehensive written report when necessary. To monitor and respond to changes in patients clinical status. To deliver appropriate and individualised patient care at all times To perform at independent practitioner level in the field of Echocardiography to a high standard, completing accurate and comprehensive reports in a timely manner. To run Physiologist-led Valve Clinics (training can be provided) To participate in weekly Echo MDT. To contribute to the Echo teaching sessions. To support with IP and OP TTE referral triage, following internal guidance based on the BSE recommendations. Analyse ambulatory monitors providing factual reports about the findings, which impact on the clinical management of the patient. To provide cross cover to other areas of the technical service, as the needs of the service dictate. Develop and implement protocols for working with individuals, families, communities and other professionals. To promote a multi-disciplinary approach to Cardiac Care recognising, utilising and valuing the expertise of other disciplines. To support the departmental manager in introducing measures to actively manage and reduce risk to patients; to ensure the formal reporting and recording of any adverse incidents, in line with Trust policy. To actively develop and contribute to relevant programmes of audit, raising the profile and enhancing the contribution of Physiologists as a whole to this process. Any other technical duties commensurate with the grade and scope of the post. Please refer to Job Description for further details We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Chief Cardiac Physiologist

Department: Cardiology

Band 7 £46,148 - £52,809 Per annum (plus 12% RRP)

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

We are excited to announce that Milton Keynes University Hospital have recently had a business case approved to expand our Community Diagnostic Centre (CDC) cardiology and respiratory services.

The Cardiology Department is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated Cardiac Physiologist to join our Team. The role will rotate across our sites at Milton Keynes University Hospital and Lloyds Court Community Diagnostic Centre.

Our department is going through significant investment with recent approval to expand our service to a CDC site, gaining additional Echo machines at the latest market models and software that will enhance your skills.

A collegiate atmosphere in our Cardiology department means that we welcome and encourage the ideas and opinions of each member of staff towards service provision, by participation and contribution to weekly Echo MDT and monthly teaching sessions as well as service meetings.

If you are someone looking for a new challenge and you think that you can make the difference, consider applying for a position in our team and be part of a group that wants to help build an exciting and forward-thinking service.

For any queries please contact, Jose Samoes, Senior Chief Cardiac Physiologistjose.samoes@mkuh.nhs.uk

Interview date: 25th November 2024

We are seeking to recruit a fully autonomous echocardiographer with the desire to contribute with new ideas to further expand our service with high quality and effective care.

Understanding the importance of Cardiac Physiologists in a multi-disciplinary team and valuing the clinical input that we offer as healthcare professionals, at MKUH we run a Physiologist-led Valve Clinic service.

Milton Keynes community is considered one of the fastest growing in the country, and you can be part of a project which aims to prepare a service for future increasing demands. Please watch the video “Milton Keynes - Making a Great City Greater” on YouTube to understand the future city prospects and developments.

We work with our ambitious team of Consultant Cardiologists to further develop the innovative physiologist led services with support on a clinical and technical skills level, such as the recent launched non-medical led ILR implant service co-delivered by our physiologists.

In collaboration with Oxford University Hospital Adult Congenital Heart Disease Consultant Specialist, we provide a monthly GUCH clinic to our patients at MKUH.

MKUH staff scored highest for ‘I look forward to coming to work’ (NHS Staff Survey 2023).

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

Main duties and responsibilities

The postholder will provide specialist professional expertise while acting as a resource within the technical cardiology service at Milton Keynes University Hospital and Community Diagnostic Centre.

To perform a range of standard and complex investigations as requested by clinicians and analyse patient results, providing a comprehensive written report when necessary.

To monitor and respond to changes in patient’s clinical status.

To deliver appropriate and individualised patient care at all times

To perform at independent practitioner level in the field of Echocardiography to a high standard, completing accurate and comprehensive reports in a timely manner.

To run Physiologist-led Valve Clinics (training can be provided)

To participate in weekly Echo MDT.

To contribute to the Echo teaching sessions.

To support with IP and OP TTE referral triage, following internal guidance based on the BSE recommendations.

Analyse ambulatory monitors providing factual reports about the findings, which impact on the clinical management of the patient.

To provide cross cover to other areas of the technical service, as the needs of the service dictate.

Develop and implement protocols for working with individuals, families, communities and other professionals.

To promote a multi-disciplinary approach to Cardiac Care recognising, utilising and valuing the expertise of other disciplines.

To support the departmental manager in introducing measures to actively manage and reduce risk to patients; to ensure the formal reporting and recording of any adverse incidents, in line with Trust policy.

To actively develop and contribute to relevant programmes of audit, raising the profile and enhancing the contribution of Physiologists as a whole to this process.

Any other technical duties commensurate with the grade and scope of the post.

Please refer to Job Description for further details

We believe success lies in the diversity of our employees and are committed to promoting equality, encouraging diversity and embracing inclusion. We welcome applications from everyone interested in working for us.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers.

Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.


This advert closes on Sunday 17 Nov 2024

Please see the attached Job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Where the post is a temporary position there may be a possibility of the post becoming permanent. All posts can be considered as development opportunities if applicants do not meet the essential criteria at the time of appointment but would be able to meet this in a reasonable time frame. Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

Job title: Chief Operating Officer (Unplanned Care)

Department: Executive Directors

Band: VSM

Hours: 37.5 per week plus participation in Executive on-call rota, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working

6 MONTH SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY

An opportunity has arisen to join the Executive Team as the Chief Operating Officer for unplanned care. Accountable for the overall operational performance for all unplanned care services across the Trust, you will be leading and co-ordinating delivery to ensure we are meeting all national and local performance targets and contractual requirements.

With a track record of providing strong strategic and operational senior leadership in an Acute NHS Trust and a passion for high quality patient care, you are able to drive delivery to ensure sustained operational performance is to a high standard. As a motivational senior leader, you have significant experience of operational management and are able to lead complex change management and redesign of services.

This is a 6-month fixed term position and is open as a secondment opportunity. To discuss this opportunity please contact Joe Harrison, Chief Executive Officer by email: joe.harrison@mkuh.nhs.uk



· Lead and coordinate the delivery of all unplanned care clinical services within the Trust and ensure these run effectively and efficiently

· Develop and sustain an overall approach to the provision of services and standards which is consistent with the values of the Trust

· Ensure planning and delivery mechanisms are in place to meet all national and local performance targets and contractual requirements

· Act as the executive lead contact for specialist and local commissioners and regulators for all matters relating to operational performance

· Ensure high-quality, accurate, and timely reporting on Trust performance

· Directly manage those corporate teams/individuals responsible for patient access and flow.

· Ensure the hospital operates smoothly and efficiently 24/7

MKUH Highlights
• MKUH has scored above average in all elements of the People Promise sector.
• Best in the country in theMotivation(7.39/10) andInvolvement(7.21/10) sub-themes of Staff Engagement.
• Best in the country (for Acute and Acute & Community Trusts) on the question,"I look forward to going to work"
• Staff levels have significantly improved since 2022, with employees agreeing that"there are enough staff at this organisation for me to do my job properly."

These can be read in the file attached which includes a detailed Job Description and Person Specification.


This advert closes on Thursday 25 Jul 2024

Please see the attached job description and person specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Where the post is a temporary position there may be a possibility of the post becoming permanent. All posts can be considered as development opportunities if applicants do not meet the essential criteria at the time of appointment but would be able to meet this in a reasonable time frame. Vacancies may close early if a high volume of applications are received.

These can be read in the Candidate Pack attached which, includes a detailed Job Description and Person/Candidate Specification and, is available from Gatenby Sanderson. MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds. We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology. By applying for this role, you accept if successful, that information from your application will be transferred into the national NHS Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system. Your personal data may be transferred from the Trust to another NHS organisation where your employment transfers within the NHS. This is in accordance with the streamlining programme which aims at saving you time and improving efficiencies within the NHS when your employment transfers. Upon commencing employment with the Trust, all employees (except Medical & Dental Staff on national terms and conditions) are subject to a probationary period lasting a period of six months with an option to extend for a further six months to a total of 12 months.

Deputy Chief Nurse

Department: Corporate Nursing

Band 9 £99,891 - £114,949 per annum

Hours: 37.5 per week, all MKUH roles will be considered for flexible working



An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated and influential professional leader to join our organisation as Deputy Chief Nurse. Applications are welcome from appropriately experienced registered nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals.



The Deputy Chief Nurse will support the Chief Nurse by providing strategic and operational leadership and direction and will deputise across the full range of their portfolio. The post holder will need proven leadership skills, experience at a strategic level, and the ability to motivate and engage others as part of a multi-professional team using sound management and leadership skills.



The Deputy Chief Nurse will have the freedom to act and make decisions on behalf of the Chief Nurse and needs to have a proven track record of considering various factors such as safety, quality, and regulatory issues and use their judgment to make informed decisions where there may be several complicated aspects to consider and no obvious solution. The post holder will also be required to work across the Divisions and in partnership with operational and clinical leaders to create and drive opportunities for continuous improvement.



Further details / informal visits are available through Yvonne Christley, Chief Nursing Officer.

Interview: w/c 15.01.2024

The post holder will work with Divisional Chief Nurses/Midwives and Allied Health Professionals to meet regulatory requirements and to promote the highest standards of nursing, midwifery, and AHP care and professional behaviours.



This role also involves supporting the Chief Nurse in developing and delivering the Strategies for Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professionals. This includes the development of leadership potential and capacity to drive and deliver consistent improvement in quality and safety, ensuring the Trust continues to provide outstanding care to patients and their families.



The post holder will be required to participate in the Director 'on-call' rota, promptly responding to service needs out of hours.



This is an excellent opportunity for aspiring Chief Nurses to strengthen and consolidate their experience in preparation for their first executive director role. Bespoke aspects of the Deputy Chief Nurse portfolio will be agreed upon with the Chief Nurse and other Senior Colleagues based on the post holders' skills, experience, and development needs.

You can expect a warm welcome at Milton Keynes University Hospital, our staff are friendly and welcoming. We listen to each other and work together to embed our Trusts values and behaviours. At MKUH we appreciate our staff and reward them with an outstanding benefits package including:
• Free on-site parking
• Free tea and coffee
• Great flexible working opportunities
• Discounted gym membership
• Lease car scheme
• Generous annual leave and pension scheme
• On site nursery (chargeable)
• Extensive staff health and well-being programme

Milton Keynes University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, in partnership with the University of Buckingham, is a University Teaching Hospital; we conduct research and teaching on site to improve the care of our patients. The hospital is undergoing significant investment, and we are proud to be rated good by the CQC. Visit our website to catch up on our latest news.

MKUH is committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and as such we offer a range of flexible working practices. We promote an inclusive workforce and encourage applications from applicants from all backgrounds.

We reserve the right to expire vacancies prior to the advertised closing date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

MKUH uses identification scanning technology to confirm the authenticity of documents; all prospective employees of MKUH will have their original documents verified using this technology.

Professional Leadership
• Provide professional leadership to all nursing, midwifery and AHP staff, fostering a culture which values continuing professional development and strives for outstanding care.
• Support safe and compassionate care by acting as a visible, accessible, and authoritative leader to nurses, midwives and AHPs.

Operations and Performance
• With the Associate Chief Nurse for Operations and Safeguarding provide effective leadership and line management for the Site Managers and support their training and development as part of the Trust’s major incident plans and arrangements.
• Responsible for the leadership and management of patient flow. This includes working collaboratively with the ICS to develop plans to secure the delivery of national, regional, and local flow and discharge priorities and improvements.

Safe and Effective Clinical practice
• Develop key strategies to improve patient outcomes and embed a culture of personalised care and professional practice.
• Responsible for providing specialist professional advice to senior nurses, midwives and AHPs regarding professional conduct issues.

Quality and Service Improvement
• Lead on the delivery of quality and transformation programmes as required.
• Lead service improvement and develop Trust-wide programmes to modernise services. Provide professional and clinical advice as needed.

Financial and People Management
• Effectively manage the budget allocated in accordance with the Trust's financial policies and procedures.
• Given the current financial pressures the NHS faces nationally and locally, balancing the cost of services with the provision of safe and effective care is crucial. As part of the ongoing effort to improve efficiency, the post holder will lead the procurement of nursing, midwifery and AHP services.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.


This advert closes on Friday 5 Jan 2024

Professional Leadership Provide professional leadership to all nursing, midwifery and AHP staff, fostering a culture which values continuing professional development and strives for outstanding care. Support safe and compassionate care by acting as a visible, accessible, and authoritative leader to nurses, midwives and AHPs. Operations and Performance With the Associate Chief Nurse for Operations and Safeguarding provide effective leadership and line management for the Site Managers and support their training and development as part of the Trusts major incident plans and arrangements. Responsible for the leadership and management of patient flow. This includes working collaboratively with the ICS to develop plans to secure the delivery of national, regional, and local flow and discharge priorities and improvements. Safe and Effective Clinical practice Develop key strategies to improve patient outcomes and embed a culture of personalised care and professional practice. Responsible for providing specialist professional advice to senior nurses, midwives and AHPs regarding professional conduct issues. Quality and Service Improvement Lead on the delivery of quality and transformation programmes as required. Lead service improvement and develop Trust-wide programmes to modernise services. Provide professional and clinical advice as needed. Financial and People Management Effectively manage the budget allocated in accordance with the Trust's financial policies and procedures. Given the current financial pressures the NHS faces nationally and locally, balancing the cost of services with the provision of safe and effective care is crucial. As part of the ongoing effort to improve efficiency, the post holder will lead the procurement of nursing, midwifery and AHP services. Please refer to the attached Job Description for more details on the role and responsibilities.