Total 7 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Norwich, NR1 2DH

Assist in developing, refreshing and delivering a Digital Health Strategy focused on maximising the advantages to the Trust of national and local objectives. The strategy will concentrate on the major new systems areas but will also guide the transition from current central and departmental systems to a new, unified platform and strengthen and develop the robustness of the underlying infrastructure. Plan, lead and deliver the implementation of replacement of technology and digital systems, clinical, administrative, operational software and related systems. This role will be responsible up to Board Level to ensuring that all systems and ways of working using digital technology are effective, as any impact may severely impact on patient care and how staff manage patients. Manage subcontractors and other relevant suppliers ensuring services and supplies are made in accordance with the contracts in place and negotiating and developing new contracts. Contribute to the planning of all digital health projects and other Trust-wide projects where appropriate. This will include the Trusts Digital Strategy and the part that NNUH has in working with the other Acute providers in Norfolk and Waveney and all partners in the Integrate Care System. Work with departments to ensure their business and digital health requirements are understood and are incorporated into future systems implementations. Keep up-to-date with new technology developments to identify opportunities for the Trust and ensure subcontractors offer these advances. Communicate with wide strata of stakeholders about Digital Health and events that have a digital element. This can include sensitive workforce implications, healthcare provision, Major Incident Management or political sensitivities. Successful candidate will be able to distil what is often complex technical language and concepts into plain English to ensure the message is communicated effectively. Develop and maintain relevant policies and procedures and monitor compliance and communicate these to Trust staff. Provide the Trusts digital health voice and act as ambassador for digital health, promoting the benefits of digital health within and outside the Trust. To ensure all information governance guidance is applied and adopted in line with national best practice in order that the Trust achieves the required standards as agreed by Monitor or other independent regulator. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

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Communications and Relationship skills To communicate complex information to staff both medical and non-medical To be able to provide comprehensive reports on all tests undertaken To communicate effectively with patients, to obtain their consent and cooperation, including patients with physical/learning disabilities, children of confused patients To communicate effectively with relatives of patients To develop good working relationships with other departments within the Trust. Analytical and Judgemental skills To inform hospital maintenance or appropriate services engineer if a fault is discovered Planning and Organisational skills To take part in the day-to-day running of the department including allocating duties to junior staff To deputise in the running of the department in the absence of Head of Department and deputy Head of Department Plan and prioritise own workload Contribute to development of procedures and any changes within the department Patient/ Client Care To promote a pleasant and efficient image during all dealings with internal and external organisations Policy and Service Development Implementation To observe Health & Safety procedures and Fire Regulations Human Resources (inc. developing and delivering training) To be responsible for own continuing personal and professional development To assist with continuing education for technical staff as directed by Head of Department To take part in the day-to-day clinical supervision of other members of staff including students, Senior Assistant Technical Officers and Assistant Technical Officers To take part in specialist training of clinical staff Information Resources To be responsible for data entry on all patient information systems To provide clinical reports on a broad range of cardiac investigations To have an awareness of information systems across the organisation Professional (not included in any of the above factors) To take on other duties as directed by Head of Department with regards to stock control, departmental schedules, Health & Safety, monitoring and any other role required for the smooth running of the department Clinical Routine Technical Duties ECGs performing ECGs on adults and paediatrics, ensuring accuracy and the highest standard of legibility both in the department and on the wards. To have a working knowledge of all means available to reduce artefact and baseline wander. A full knowledge of interpretation and the ability to write a comprehensive report is essential Ambulatory monitoring to be able to connect equipment to patient to ensure a good quality ECG recording. To be aware of how to reduce artefact. To instruct patient in the use of the equipment. To analyse results and write comprehensive reports to enable clinical decisions to be made by medical staff regarding patient treatment Cardiac Arrest to be fully conversant with emergency cardiac arrest procedure as required, including defibrillation. To be able to maintain concentration and composure in stressful situations Echocardiography to perform echocardiography studies and provide comprehensive reports. To record images of cardiac structures in both 2D and M Mode. To perform and recognise the implications of Pulse Wave and Continuous Wave Doppler studies. To have highly developed skills to manipulate the machinery to obtain the best possible images and traces required. To be fully conversant with all structural abnormalities to enable appropriate views to be recorded. To be able to interpret test results. To be able to carry out studies in the cardiac department and also perform portable studies on the wards, including I.T.U and H.D.U., theatres, theatre recovery and A&E when required. To be able to obtain the best studies under difficult conditions e.g. patients in isolation, when exposed to unpleasant body odours and bodily secretions or confused/angry patients. To be able to maintain concentration and composure under difficult conditions. Full Report to be able to provide a written comprehensive report on the above. Permanent Pacemaker/ICD/CRT Implantation To assist the implanting Physician to correctly position the pacing wire by taking various electrical measurements during the surgical procedure. To monitor patient well being and safety throughout the procedure. To be able to recognise the implications of abnormal results or readings measured/monitored during the procedure and advise the physician of the same. To be able to recognise and deal with acute situations which involve the need for external pacing, defibrillation and/or C.P.R. To be able to maintain concentration and composure in stressful situations. Working in this environment will involve exposure to X-Rays and the wearing of heavy lead coats. Pacemaker/ICD/CRT Programming and follow-up clinics To lead pacemaker clinics. To re-programme pacemaker parameters to ensure maximum patient safety and comfort. To be able to recognise and act upon abnormal findings. To be aware of patient condition and call for physician assistance when necessary. To be able to use a range of pacemaker programmers and have a working knowledge of the various manufacturers and types of pacemakers. To be aware of replacement and end of life indicators and characteristics and put them on the appropriate waiting list for generator replacement when necessary. To communicate results of checks to GPs and other medical staff. To cause minimal distress and reassure patients when describing pacing function and possible problems. To be able to maintain concentration for potentially long periods of time whilst carrying out pacemaker clinics. To keep up to date with new technologies and techniques. To attend training courses as necessary when staffing levels allow. Exercise ECGs To be clinical lead in treadmill tests. To ensure that all current local and national guidelines regarding technician led exercise testing are adhered to. To ensure the treadmill test is appropriate prior to commencing. To monitor patient condition and ECG throughout test. To analyse the information acquired during the procedure and terminate test when appropriate in order to obtain the best result whilst monitoring safety and comfort. To be aware of procedures for Cardiac arrest and other emergencies. To be trained to use a defibrillator in the case of an arrest. Cardiac Catheter Laboratory To be responsible for setting up and correctly calibrating pressure monitoring equipment for use during cardiac catheters and other angiographic procedures. To monitor and record blood pressure and ECG throughout procedures and inform physician of any significant changes. To be conversant with Cardiac Arrest procedures in the catheter laboratory. To be able to concentrate for potentially long periods of time during catheter sessions. To be prepared to take on new procedures such as new intervention techniques and Electrophysiology studies. To organise and receive training in same as necessary. To be able to maintain concentration and composure in stressful situations. Working in this environment will involve exposure to X-Rays and the wearing of heavy lead coats

Assistant Director of Care Services

We have an exciting and rare opportunity to join the Executive and Leadership Team at a charity, delivering children's services regionally while driving innovation and change for children and young people in and around the care system nationally.

Position: Assistant Director of Care Services

Location: Norwich, Norfolk

Job type: Permanent / Full Time

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: £56,524 - £64,220 per annum (with performance related pay)

Closing Date: 12th November 2024

About the Role

It is a great time to join Break as we prepare to launch our new Care Strategy informed by our staff, management teams and, most importantly, the children and young people we support. The current strategy focuseson four key areas: staying local to communities, being ambitious for our young people, staff and services, delivering high quality services and using our charitable income to add value.

Key responsibilities of the Assistant Director of Care Services include:

- Provide leadership in a trauma informed way and have a good understanding of trauma informed work

- Provide effective leadership and management

- Set and monitor operational targets and Key Performance Indictors

- To lead services in achieving OFSTED “Good” or “Outstanding” grading

- To sit as part of the Executive Team

- To sit as part of the Care Committee with the Director

- To contribute to the oversight, development and implementation of departmental financial plans and budgets

- To ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical and social requirements

- To build impactful relationships with commissioners and other key stakeholders

- Have oversight of the staffing needs

- Ensure systems are in place to predict, mitigate, avoid and manage risk

- To ensure that you work in accordance with the health and safety training

About you:

You will be ambitious, and outcome driven for the young people supported, using your leadership, management and people skills to ensure the high-performance of the care leadership team continues as well as helping shape the wider strategy of the whole organisation as part of the Executive in this new role.

- Able to work towards or to already have a leadership management qualification at Level 7

- Minimum of 2 years' experience at a senior management level in a care services environment

- Experience of delivering large scale and/or controversial change projects

- Presenting complex reports and updates to audiences ranging

- from young people to the Board of Trustees

- Setting budgets for individual projects and addressing overspend

- Knowledge of the childcare and voluntary sector

- Knowledge of care standards, Ofsted and residential childcare

- A full UK driving licence and access to a car for work purposes

In your role, you'll have access to the following benefits:

- A “golden hello” scheme welcoming you to our services, with £2500 paid to you one month after your start date and a second £2500 at the six-month mark, depending on eligibility to scheme. (Candidates referred to Break via a recruitment agency are not eligible).

- A competitive salary.

- Excellent annual leave package, including additional service-related holiday from 2 years.

- Access to a wealth of training and learning opportunities including the opportunity to enhance your professional development through funded level 7 courses.

- The opportunity to influence the organisation's strategy and direction as a member of the Executive and Leadership Teams.

- Access to the Blue Light benefits platform enabling you to access discounts across various shops, venues, and services (your membership fee will be reimbursed).

- Life assurance to the value of 3x your annual salary.

- Enhanced sick pay.

- Access to multiple wellbeing initiatives.

To comply with the Immigration Asylum & Nationality Act 2006 and additional amendments, and UK Visa and Immigration (UKVI) requirements, all prospective employees will be asked to supply evidence of eligibility to work in the UK.

About the organisation

The employer is a forward-thinking non-profit organisation that has delivered unique support for young people across East Anglia for over fifty years. Co-production with staff, young people and families is at the very heart of everything they do. They have a range of residential services, a fostering agency, Staying Close, Staying Connected and services for disabled children and their families. As a trauma-informed organisation, all their young people and employees are supported by their highly skilled therapeutic team - and their lifelong offer means that even when young people leave their care, they will always be there for them.

With low staff turnover and vacancy rates, they have over 90% good and outstanding gradings across their services and deliver great outcomes for our young people. Our ambition is to grow and build even further - creating an environment where people can develop their talent and see the difference they make. You could be part of this.

You may have experience in roles such as Director, Assistant Director, Deputy Director of Care, Leadership, Children, Children in Care, Children's Care Services, Care Director, Assistant Care Director, Deputy Care Director, Head of Care, Care, Children's Social Care etc.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by Social Care People on behalf of the organisation.

Assist in developing, refreshing and delivering a Digital Health Strategy focused on maximising the advantages to the Trust of national and local objectives. The strategy will concentrate on the major new systems areas but will also guide the transition from current central and departmental systems to a new, unified platform and strengthen and develop the robustness of the underlying infrastructure. Plan, lead and deliver the implementation of replacement of technology and digital systems, clinical, administrative, operational software and related systems. This role will be responsible up to Board Level to ensuring that all systems and ways of working using digital technology are effective, as any impact may severely impact on patient care and how staff manage patients. Manage subcontractors and other relevant suppliers ensuring services and supplies are made in accordance with the contracts in place and negotiating and developing new contracts. Contribute to the planning of all digital health projects and other Trust-wide projects where appropriate. This will include the Trusts Digital Strategy and the part that NNUH has in working with the other Acute providers in Norfolk and Waveney and all partners in the Integrate Care System. Work with departments to ensure their business and digital health requirements are understood and are incorporated into future systems implementations. Keep up-to-date with new technology developments to identify opportunities for the Trust and ensure subcontractors offer these advances. Communicate with wide strata of stakeholders about Digital Health and events that have a digital element. This can include sensitive workforce implications, healthcare provision, Major Incident Management or political sensitivities. Successful candidate will be able to distil what is often complex technical language and concepts into plain English to ensure the message is communicated effectively. Develop and maintain relevant policies and procedures and monitor compliance and communicate these to Trust staff. Provide the Trusts digital health voice and act as ambassador for digital health, promoting the benefits of digital health within and outside the Trust. To ensure all information governance guidance is applied and adopted in line with national best practice in order that the Trust achieves the required standards as agreed by Monitor or other independent regulator. Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.

Fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity until 26th March 2026

The Norfolk and Norwich University NHS Foundation Trust is on a digital journey. Since 2018 we have been systematically developing our digital infrastructure, teams and strategic project portfolio to drive us and our system towards an enhanced digital future. We understand that everything we do in information management and technology is critical to underpinning our trust vision, to provide the best care for every patient.

Our digital strategy sets this out clearly and the next step is for us to move from paper to a core electronic patient record. This project is underway and is scheduled to go live in 2026. Our project will see us deliver a single instance of an electronic patient record across our acute hospital collaborative, meaning there will be one acute patient record for all the hospitals in Norfolk.

We know that to achieve success we need great leadership, and we have an opportunity for the right candidate to lead our digital team at the NNUH on this journey. Reporting directly to the executive CDIO, you will ensure that the information management and technology function is well-led and effective during a time of challenge and change.

If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported.

Assist in developing, refreshing and delivering a Digital Health Strategy focused on maximising the advantages to the Trust of national and local objectives. This role will be responsible up to Board Level to ensuring that all systems and ways of working using digital technology are effective.

Contribute to the planning of all digital health projects and other Trust-wide projects where appropriate.. Work with departments to ensure their business and digital health requirements are understood and are incorporated into future systems implementations. Keep up-to-date with new technology developments to identify opportunities for the Trust and ensure subcontractors offer these advances. To develop and implement an appropriate people strategy for digital, staffing structure, skills base and succession plan to underpin the delivery of the Trust’s strategy.

Develop and maintain relevant policies and procedures and monitor compliance and communicate these to Trust staff. Provide the Trust’s digital health “voice” and act as ambassador for digital health, promoting the benefits of digital health within and outside the Trust. To ensure all information governance guidance is applied and adopted in line with national best practice in order that the Trust achieves the required standards as agreed by Monitor or other independent regulator.



Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!

The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.

We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity

We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
• Flexible working hours
• Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
• Multi Faith prayer room
• Discounted gym memberships
• Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
• Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
• Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
• Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
• On-site Nursery
• On-site cafes offering staff discounts
• Support in career development
• Flexible staff bank
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
• Assist in developing, refreshing and delivering a Digital Health Strategy focused on maximising the advantages to the Trust of national and local objectives. The strategy will concentrate on the major new systems areas but will also guide the transition from current central and departmental systems to a new, unified platform and strengthen and develop the robustness of the underlying infrastructure.
• Plan, lead and deliver the implementation of replacement of technology and digital systems, clinical, administrative, operational software and related systems. This role will be responsible up to Board Level to ensuring that all systems and ways of working using digital technology are effective, as any impact may severely impact on patient care and how staff manage patients.
• Manage subcontractors and other relevant suppliers ensuring services and supplies are made in accordance with the contracts in place and negotiating and developing new contracts.
• Contribute to the planning of all digital health projects and other Trust-wide projects where appropriate. This will include the Trust’s Digital Strategy and the part that NNUH has in working with the other Acute providers in Norfolk and Waveney and all partners in the Integrate Care System.
• Work with departments to ensure their business and digital health requirements are understood and are incorporated into future systems implementations.
• Keep up-to-date with new technology developments to identify opportunities for the Trust and ensure subcontractors offer these advances.
• Communicate with wide strata of stakeholders about Digital Health and events that have a digital element. This can include sensitive workforce implications, healthcare provision, Major Incident Management or political sensitivities. Successful candidate will be able to distil what is often complex technical language and concepts into ‘plain English’ to ensure the message is communicated effectively.
• Develop and maintain relevant policies and procedures and monitor compliance and communicate these to Trust staff.
• Provide the Trust’s digital health “voice” and act as ambassador for digital health, promoting the benefits of digital health within and outside the Trust.
• To ensure all information governance guidance is applied and adopted in line with national best practice in order that the Trust achieves the required standards as agreed by Monitor or other independent regulator.

Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.




This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

What skills and experience we're looking for

Qualifications: • Fully qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA preferably with a practice background • Degree or equivalent level of education • Excellent numeracy and literacy

Experience: • Proven experience in a senior financial and operational leadership role • Experience of treasury management • Experience of accounts payable • Strong understanding of financial management, regulatory compliance, and risk management • Strong knowledge of public sector procurement rules, ensuring best value for money while remaining compliant with regulations • Ability to negotiate contracts for services and goods across a broad range of areas, including ICT, facilities, and marketing. • Knowledge of managing educational estates, including facility planning, maintenance, capital projects, and compliance with statutory requirements. • Comprehensive understanding of health and safety legislation, risk management, and creating a safe environment for staff and students. • Expertise in overseeing ICT systems and infrastructure, particularly in implementing digital solutions to enhance educational delivery and operational efficiency. • Thorough understanding of governance frameworks, particularly in relation to the charity sector and educational bodies, ensuring adherence to legal, regulatory, and ethical standards. • Ability to manage communications during critical incidents or public relations challenges, particularly in relation to health and safety or governance issues. • Familiarity with the UK education system, especially the specific requirements for multiacademy trusts (MATs) or similar educational organisations • Comprehensive knowledge of UK legislation in education, estates, health and safety, data protection (GDPR), and procurement. • Knowledge of sustainability initiatives, including energy efficiency, waste reduction, and environmental impact, especially in estates management. • Experience in managing emergencies, particularly those related to health and safety incidents or significant operational disruptions. • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to articulate the trust’s operational strategies, policies, and visions clearly to all stakeholders

Skills, Knowledge: • Excellent organisational skills • Ability to meet deadlines • Ability to develop positive working relationships • Solution focused • Pragmatic • Excellent communication skills • Approachable • Accurate and diligent work • Passion for learning and development • Able to exercise judgement and refer matters as necessary • Good knowledge and understanding of basic accounting principles • Good knowledge of bank reconciliations • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office suite • Ability to manipulate data and produce meaningful reports • Excellent knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics • Track record of strategic planning and business development • Demonstrable ability to plan strategically and to lead, motivate, develop and inspire staff and colleagues and to manage change • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication and presentation skills • Ability to prioritise conflicting workloads • Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills. • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders. • Commitment to the values and mission of the MAT. • Innovative and proactive approach to problem-solving.

What the school offers its staff

The Inspiration Trust offers all staff a range of benefits via our ‘my lifestyle' portal. All eligible staff will have access to a range of benefits from salary sacrifice schemes and employee discounts.

Commitment to safeguarding

Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.