Total 78 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Waterloo, SE1 7DN

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents. Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.

We are in the process of establishing long-term capability to deliver the New Hospital Programme - the 3rd largest programme on the Government’s Major Projects Portfolio enabling the delivery of NHS’s Health Infrastructure Plan.

TheDeputy Director of Supply ChainIntelligence & Managementrole will focus onassessing the markets for their Appetite, Capability, Capacity, Resilience and Accessibility to deliver NHP ambition by creating a diverse, collaborative, and visible supply chain to reflect the transition into delivery and inform resource planning​

The post holder will drive the definition of current processes, facilitate discussions and advise colleagues and the team as to how best practice might be adopted in the definition of future processes, document those processes as they are agreed and oversee their delivery.

AsaDeputy Director of Supply ChainIntelligence & Management,thepostholderwillleadandworkaspartofa dynamicteamin delivering aneffective service supportingmanagers.

Keyaspectsofthisrolewillbeto:-

Ensurethestrategyisformulated,understoodbyallstakeholdersandis delivered utilising all available resources efficientlyand effectively.

Ensure the development and management of relevant strategic plans, within the Sector.

Ensure appropriate system andprocesses are inplacetoenable the implementation of the strategy plans in the neworganisations.

Proactivelymanage the key risks andissues associatedand ensuring appropriate actions are taken to mitigate or respond.

Monitoringandestablishingaccountability ontheoverallprogressofthe strategy to ensure completion within agreed timescales.

Avoidthedestabilisationofbusinessasusual.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

You can find further details about the job, organisational structure, recruitment profile, expected outcomes and benefits information in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Due to the high number of applications that are received for some posts we may close this vacancy before the advertised closing date. Therefore, please apply for this post as soon as you can, if you are interested and you meet the requirements of the Person Specification.


This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Dec 2024

at wagamama, we’re an eating house for the soul. with over 160 uk restaurants and growing, our purpose is to nourish the world from bowl to soul. inspired by fast-paced, japanese ramen bars since 1992. a celebration of asian food brought wagamama to life

we’re looking for a technology director to join us on our continuous journey of true nourishment

purpose |

the technology director provides clear and compelling leadership for the teams and suppliers involved in the running of wagamama’s technology products and services, all associated security and compliance, alongside taking an active leadership role in the delivery of all technology change

the role holder will play a pivotal role in driving the technological innovation and strategy for our product-centric organisation. you will oversee the entire technology stack, ensuring that it aligns with our product roadmap and business objectives. your leadership will be instrumental in delivering high-quality, scalable, and secure technology solutions that enhance our product offerings and customer experience

key accountabilities |

• technology strategy: develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy that supports the company's product vision and business goals including a sourcing model that outlines the role that our partners/suppliers will play.
• product development: collaborate closely with product teams (restaurant technology, back-office technology, infrastructure + head office technology to understand their requirements and translate them into actionable technology solutions.
• technology supplier management: maintain objective scorecard measurements across all key supplier relationships and ensure that regular governance and oversight is in place through the product management teams.
• technology leadership: lead and inspire a team of talented technology professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• infrastructure management: oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of our it infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security. ensure that our head office location is managed and well maintained and that all business functions have the use of effective an fit-for-purpose technology.
• technology stack: evaluate and select appropriate technologies and tools to support product development and operations.
• cloud adoption: drive the adoption of cloud-based + saas technologies to improve scalability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• innovation: foster a culture of innovation by exploring new technologies and trends that can enhance our products and services.
• technology budget + commercial management: oversee the ongoing management of the technology capex and operating budget. ensure that the department are well positioned across all supplier commercial arrangements and lead on any commercial negotiations.
• us technology: provide leadership + direction for the us tech lead and oversight of alignment of us restaurant estate ensuring economies of scale + service benefits.

key stakeholders |

• regional director + area managers
• finance director + finance business partner
• people team business partner
• supplier account leads
• head of technology strategy + architecture
• head of technology change
• director of risk + compliance
• concessions operations director
• b+p tech lead

key skills + experience |

• degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, preferably in a product-focused environment.
• retail + hospitality experience preferable
• working knowledge of itil and other relevant technology frameworks and best practice
• proven track record of successfully delivering complex technology projects.
• deep understanding of software development methodologies (e.g., agile, devops).
• strong knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., aws, azure, gcp).
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• proven ability to lead and motivate teams.

The Chief Nursing Officer for England (CNO) is recruiting to two key posts within his senior management team. The Deputy Chief Nursing Officers will be highly credible senior nurse leaders, with extensive executive-level experience in provider and / or system leadership roles, with expertise in strategic policy development and implementation, quality and productivity improvement and nursing workforce development. The DCNOs will work as part of the senior professional nursing and midwifery team and will lead on portfolio areas on behalf of the Chief Nursing Officer. These roles will support the CNO to provide robust professional and clinically relevant information and advice to the Department of Health and Social Care and the Board of NHS England, and support the CNO’s work with ministers, government officials, professional regulators and royal colleges and professional bodies to shape policy and decision making.

The two Deputy Chief Nursing Officer roles will lead distinct portfolio areas:
1. Quality, safety, resilience, patient safety and improvement, and infection, prevention and control.
2. Children and young people programme, productivity, sustainability and innovation, and digital.

This is an exciting time to join the NHS England national nursing directorate as the 10-year Health Plan is developed and implement. You will also be uniquely placed to shape the future professional strategy for nursing and midwifery.

We are dedicated to creating a compassionate and inclusive workplace and we know that diversity creates a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers better patient outcomes. We encourage applications from people who share these values and have a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

This role will support the CNO to provide robust professional and clinically relevant information and advice to the Department of Health and Social Care and the Board of NHS England, and support the CNO’s work with ministers, government officials, professional regulators and royal colleges and professional bodies to shape policy and decision making.

The role will involve broader integrated system-wide work but will also particularly support the CNO on professional matters linked to their portfolio areas.

The DCNO will be a highly credible senior nurse leader, with extensive executive-level experience in provider and / or system leadership roles and with expertise in strategic policy development and strategic implementation, quality and productivity improvement, nursing workforce development, research, and data management.

This leadership post will deputise for the CNO across the whole range of functions covered by the CNO as required.

Please see the attached job description for further details.


This advert closes on Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

This role will support the CNO to provide robust professional and clinically relevant information and advice to the Department of Health and Social Care and the Board of NHS England, and support the CNOs work with ministers, government officials, professional regulators and royal colleges and professional bodies to shape policy and decision making. The role will involve broader integrated system-wide work but will also particularly support the CNO on professional matters linked to their portfolio areas. The DCNO will be a highly credible senior nurse leader, with extensive executive-level experience in provider and / or system leadership roles and with expertise in strategic policy development and strategic implementation, quality and productivity improvement, nursing workforce development, research, and data management. This leadership post will deputise for the CNO across the whole range of functions covered by the CNO as required. Please see the attached job description for further details.

4.1 Laboratory Operational Management Direct and lead all aspects of the scientific and innovation activity of the GLH and associated laboratories within the GLH Responsible for the Synnovis bioinformatics / informatics team ensuring that the needs of the Synnovis laboratories are met and that processes are continuously streamlined. Work closely with and support the GLH Operational Director to ensure the overall operational direction and management of the GLH Advise on new technologies and approaches including testing strategies and provide information on new tests to be included on the National Genomic Test Directory, appropriateness of testing procedures and composition of virtual gene panels Responsible for the Synnovis Genomic test development and implementation team and the timely implementation of new tests and projects aligned to GLH requirements. Act as the senior scientific advisor in the GLH on the integrity and validity of results generated from genomic testing 4.2 Strategic Scientific Leadership Set strategic direction in line with NHSE vision for the NHS Genomic Medicine Services and with any nationally or internationally agreed projects and initiatives in genomics Maintain the GLH at the forefront of genomic science working with NIHR and other bodies as appropriate Act as a senior scientist in the wider GMS both regionally, nationally and internationally. Work within the GLH National Network and with key stakeholders (NHSE, UKGTN, Genomics England and sequencing providers) to ensure services are fit for purpose Act in a consultant capacity on validation and interpretation of genomic data and clinical reporting within the GLH 4.3 Research and Development Direct, coordinate and undertake translational research and innovation activity in the GLH, playing a lead role in the development of scientific academic careers within the GLH and the broader research capacity and capability building in genomics Coordinate the Synnovis and wider GLH scientific workforce to ensure alignment of project priorities, the timely implementation of developments, and professional development. Chair the GLH Science & Technical Committee which develops and delivers the scientific strategy for the consortium, including recommending novel technologies and solutions which will benefit clinical and laboratory services. Work with Genomics England to support the national genomics research and industry agenda and be an active member of relevant research and discovery fora contributing to research and industry collaboration To be responsible for disseminating research findings through presentations at local, national and international meetings and through publications in scientific journals, as appropriate. Work collaboratively with the Health Innovation Network and be an active member of and help to shape the Genomics Innovation network 4.4 Financial and Commercial Management Jointly review and approve business cases for investments required for the development of the GLH services, including for technologies and equipment. Evaluate the cost effectiveness of new services and technologies when compared to existing services and recommend new investments where required. Work with Procurement and IT colleagues to ensure the cost effectiveness of data storage 4.5 Information Management Drive the continuous improvement of Synnovis Genomic LIMS and the use of Decision Support Software across the GLH to reduce manual steps, including the automation of processes and reporting. Oversee the development of bioinformatics systems and ensure systems across the consortium meet the technical requirements of the service, as well as any contractual obligations. Work with Informatics leads and the GLH IT & Bioinformatics Committee to define system requirements and select suitable suppliers or services to meet these requirements. Ensure all information systems meet information governance as well as scientific requirements. 4.6 Human Resources Work with the Education and Training leads and the Operational Director to develop and implement an education and training strategy across the GLH Responsible for ensuring and maintaining scientific expertise within the GLH Manage the GLH Scientific Leads as well as the Synnovis Bioinformatics / Informatics and new test development teams while providing leadership and coaching regarding sound operations management. Ensure that direct reports drive accountabilities for successful delivery throughout their teams. Promote employee engagement initiatives alongside HR Partners to lift morale and improve performance. Support the clinical, scientific and operational leads and their teams in ensuring that day to day operational decisions are delegated to as near to where the service is delivered as possible. Carry out regular performance planning reviews with all direct reports and teams managing objectives and providing feedback while investing in the development needs of the individual and the team. 4.7 External Duties Act as a key player / leader within key national organisations and forums on genetics and the development of genetic services and new technological developments Lead on development of national policies and best practice standards for Genetics Laboratories by undertaking local and national professional roles as appropriate to enhance the profile of the service 4.8 Personal Development Lead by example, provide leadership and act as a positive role model for all staff taking responsibility for your own personal development. Maintain personal standards of conduct and behaviour which are consistent with Trust standards and requirements. Ensure that professional knowledge is continuously updated and training undertaken if appropriate Participate in an annual individual performance review process where objectives will be agreed, performance monitored and personal development needs discussed

Solutions Director

UK Wide - Full Time

We are looking for a new Solutions Director to join the team specialising within Fire and Security services across the UK. You will work to develop and implement a programme of activity to identify and build relationships with key stakeholders and potential customers, improving awareness of Mitie commercial FM capabilities.

Main duties are:

-To maximise opportunities for new business and to lead the business development process and negotiations with the customer/ client in order to win profitable contracts.

-To source, lead and manage UK new business development opportunities for cleaning services

-To support the team as a Fire and Security service “subject matter expert” providing commercial intelligence

-To build a visible pipeline

-To achieve agreed financial targets

You will have proven experience of working successfully in a facilities management environment in a Solutions or Business Development position ideally within the Fire and Security industry. You will also have experience of managing and participating in project teams that work, adopting project management disciplines. You will be able to deliver strong consistent win rations against target and be a commercial thinker understanding negotiation and be committed to continuous improvement.

Provides clinical leadership of the project including public facing elements of the programme where necessary Provide the Director of Elective and Emergency Care Improvement and their team with expert guidance on clinical issues relating to the improvement of emergency care systems, including the content and reporting methodology As part of the medical leadership team provides professional leadership of the teams medical staff, ensuring team members are fully inducted and competent to appropriately deliver the teams key messages and to advise on service improvement. Actively participates in diagnostic visits, proactively providing advice, guidance and constructive challenge to clients. Promote the teams message of whole system alignment and patient flow Provide professional advice to the Improvement team as required Be actively involved in the development of the teams offer to the service and NHS England Support team members at meetings with external bodies and partners (including Medical Colleges, Think-tanks, NHS bodies (including Regional Offices), the CQC, National Clinical Directors etc), the Department of Health Design and provide clinical challenges as part of engagements Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant thinking, developments and research in urgent and emergency care and share new and innovative ideas with the team and clients Take the lead as appropriate in team interactions with client medical staff Leads and supervises research and development of clinical improvement and analytical tool kits Takes a lead role in the production of written improvement guidance Any other duties that may be required The post holder will comply with all of the teams Standard Operating Procedures. He/she will maintain patient confidentiality at all times and adhere as appropriate to NHS Improvements and/or local whistle blower policies. Secondments Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

Driving High Quality and Sustainable Outcomes The Director of Performance and Planning and Deputy COO will lead on the identification of any performance risks or issues and work with the Clinical Group Chief Executives to develop impactful solutions. The post holder will lead the direction and oversight of performance and assurance at an aggregate level across the Trust meets its statutory responsibilities and that any performance risks are identified in a timely manner. They will also lead on the design, development and deployment of the appropriate reporting and monitoring mechanisms to the Trusts and Clinical Groups Boards. The post holder will work at the heart of a complex set of accountabilities and relationships. They will be expected to develop strong collaborative relationships both internally with the Clinical Groups and externally with the ICB and APC and neighbouring providers whilst maintaining an objective and constructive view of performance and elective recovery issues. Build a robust and productive relationship with the ICB and APC in order to lead on the delivering the performance and elective recovery agenda for South East London. Planning and Organisation The post holder will: Lead on the future design, development and implementation of the Trusts performance management framework, ensuring that it operates efficiently and effectively and provides the necessary assurance to the Trusts Board and Clinical Group Chief Executives. Develop the system and lead on the Trusts approach for capacity and demand modelling to support future planning and to monitor demand changes. Lead as the local expert on the performance management of healthcare services; integrating systems and managing effective working relationships with the appropriate stakeholders. Represent the Trust in sensitive and political situations, delivering difficult messages where required to senior teams and external organisations. Be the operational lead on behalf of the COO for internal business planning and the NHS national operational planning round

Responsibilities include: Develop and implement strategies to embed governance principles across the divisions ensuring that our SOPs and delivery of services are fit for purpose. Provide professional leadership to nursing staff with support from Medicare's Medical Director and clinical governance department. Develop and update clinical policies and procedures. Make clinical recommendations whilst ensuring that patient safety and clinical effectiveness is at the forefront of everything we deliver. Work closely with the Business Development Team. Assist customers with understanding and implementing governance best practices. Assist in the development of new service lines, ensuring that appropriate governance frameworks are established from inception. Conduct regular reviews of existing services to ensure compliance with governance standards. Identify and mitigate risks associated with governance, clinical and compliance issues. Ensuring these are communicated to the team and solutions are delivered to prevent identified risk is appropriate. Manage the concerns process from end to end working alongside the NHS where appropriate. Establish metrics and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to monitor the effectiveness of governance initiatives and the delivery of these to clients. Including patient outcomes, incidents, complaints, and patient feedback. To attend client Service Review meeting to discuss performance against the KPIs. Develop and implement strategies to address areas of improvement. Evaluate and improve governance processes and procedures to enhance organisational efficiency and effectiveness. To challenge and implement change where necessary by collaborating with stakeholders across the organisation, including clinicians, managers, and senior leaders, to promote a culture of continuous improvement and patient safety. Lead efforts to embed ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards into the organisation's daily processes and procedures ensuring that the organisation is audit ready for annual renewal. Provide training and education to staff members on governance principles, ISO standards, and related procedures. Attend board meetings and lead the governance and clinical risk agenda.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Bid Director to take the lead in major strategic opportunities for Mitie Healthcare to manage and co-ordinate the projects bidding process to deliver high-quality bids that win new business opportunities. Ensure that all bids are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality. Deliver high-quality, compliant, and high-scoring bids in response to customer requirements, and support the Business Development Director in securing the company's position as the preferred solution provider. This is a matrix management driven role where in addition to a working alongside the bid team there will be the need to take and co-ordinate inputs from SME's, and solution experts to define a winning proposal within the bidding process.

Main Duties

-Support the Business Development Director in the development and implementation of the overall commercial and technical proposal strategy, including the development of win themes, differentiated solutions, and pricing strategies.

-Engage with client/procurement team representatives as Mitie's lead point of contact. Conduct presentations, negotiations and competitive dialogue sessions with client teams to represent our winning bid proposals in the best light.

-Analyse the tender documentation and associated specification and develop a clear understanding of the client's requirements to ensure that the bid addresses all of the customer's need and is fully compliant.

-Conduct research to gather information about the client, their industry, and their competitors to ensure the proposal is tailored to their needs.

-Develop and manage the detailed bid plans that outline the approach, schedule, and resource requirements for all the activities required to complete each bid. This includes defining milestones, setting deadlines, and coordinating team activities to ensure that the bid is submitted on time.

-Coordinate the input of various cross-functional teams, including commercial, technical, and legal, subject matter experts to ensure a comprehensive and high-quality submission. This includes leading the team through the entire process, providing guidance on content, structure, and messaging, and ensuring that all team members understand their roles and responsibilities.

-Review and contribute to storyboards and other documents to ensure that all of the requirements are addressed, translate win strategies into clear and compelling bid themes and direct the writing and editing of bid text.

-Prepare and submit winning commercial solutions, bid proposals, and presentations.

-Complete and update governance processes and documentation.

-Proven experience in managing facilities workstreams and project teams.



What we are looking for

-Proven experience as a Senior Bid Manager / Bid Director, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality, compliant, and high-scoring bids in response to new business opportunities in the Healthcare or Public Sector arena.

-Strong project management skills, with the ability to develop and deliver a detailed bid plan and to manage the bid process from start to finish.

-Ability to analyse the customer, the business and the competitors and drive the development of a strategy that is ethical, implementable and cost effective.

-Ability to plan alternative courses of action to accommodate non-compliance, discuss compliance with the customer, effectively communicate compliance requirements to team

-Ability to advise and supervise others, use different sales approaches adaptively to suit the organisation and the customer, work with sales teams to influence the customer, participate in sales strategy development, think ‘outside of the box' advising on the implications of options, initiate and sponsor new ideas

-Ability to support bid process undertaking all elements of this process commercially, technically as well as bid writing to ensure a winning solution is submitted to the client.

Accountable for the development and delivery of multiple programmes agreed with NHS England and provide subject matter expertise around programme management. Accountable for the management and delivery of highly complex programmes, integrating the outcomes of multiple programmes. Accountable for ensuring that there is fully integrated working between colleagues and subject matter experts on the planning, scoping, design and delivery of programmes that impact across the wider health and social care system. Accountable for ensuring that programmes of work are fully integrated with one another and that conflicts in the delivery and outcomes are managed appropriately. Please refer to Assignment Brief for full details where applicable. Please refer to the JD for further important information.

We are seeking an experienced leader to join our Essentia Executive team and drive the Trust’s strategic ambitions in South East London. This pivotal role is responsible for providing leadership in delivering the Trust’s capital development plans, compliance and assurance functions, property investments, and space management strategy. As a key member of the executive team, the postholder will oversee the planning, design, and delivery of healthcare facilities to meet the clinical, research, and administrative needs of the Trust, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

The postholder will develop and implement the Trust’s integrated property and space strategy, aiming to maximise property value, improve estate efficiency, and ensure long-term asset sustainability. Building strong relationships with clinical and operational leaders, stakeholders, landlords, and tenant organisations, the postholder will drive consistency, mitigate risks, and represent the Trust externally. Additionally, they will lead operational quality standards, fire safety compliance, and the implementation of the Trust’s Sustainability Strategy in partnership with other South East London Trusts. This role also involves delivering the annual technical assurance plan and maintaining a robust assurance framework to ensure compliance with all statutory obligations.

Strategy and Planning
Develop and implement asset management policies and estate strategies that align with the Trust’s goals. Provide strategic leadership in property and space management, collaborating with partners to deliver cost-effective services and optimise the Trust’s assets through effective oversight of holdings, acquisitions, and disposals.

Design and Capital Delivery
Establish design standards for new builds and refurbishments, ensuring alignment with Trust specifications and sustainability goals. Oversee efficient capital project delivery, focusing on stakeholder engagement and compliance, while managing logistics and dispute resolution.

Major Projects and Engineering Assurance
Present development proposals to stakeholders, aligning them with Trust objectives. Oversee contract procurement and quality management of engineering and facilities to ensure compliance and effective issue resolution.

Property and Financial Management
Develop a property strategy to optimise space and generate revenue. Manage project costs within financial targets and engage stakeholders to enhance the portfolio.

Leadership and Corporate Responsibilities
Provide leadership to promote an inclusive culture aligned with Trust values, developing team structures and career plans to drive performance. Represent Essentia and the Trust regionally and nationally, leading sustainability and transformation initiatives.

Working for your organisation

Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK’s best known hospitals – Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield – as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.

We are among the UK’s busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.

Our Trust values areWe are caring, ambitious and inclusive.

What We Offer

The NHS Pension Scheme - one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK. When you start working for the NHS you automatically become a member and you will get an excellent package of pension benefits.

Interest free Season Ticket Loan
Long Term Service Awards
Subsidised on-site nurseries and childcare vouchers
A comprehensive staff health and well-being programme, '5 ways to a healthier YOU'
Ride to work scheme
Employee assistance programme
Free stop smoking service

Please refer to attached detailed job description and person specification for further information on the role.


This advert closes on Sunday 17 Nov 2024

The Deputy Director, Highly Specialised Services leads on multiple projects and programmes relating to highly specialised services. These are often complex streams of work without pre-determined outcomes, involving the development of matrix teams to support the work and relationships with stakeholders within the national specialised commissioning team, other parts of NHS England including regional teams, ICBs, providers, clinicians, networks and patient representatives.

The specific responsibilities include:

· Leading on the commissioning of 80 highly specialised services and on implementing innovative treatments

· Leading the Highly Specialised Commissioning Team including setting and ensuring the delivery of the annual work programme for the Highly Specialised Commissioning Team.

· Leading on NHS England’s delivery of the England Rare Diseases Action Plan

· Mobilising services to deliver highly specialised services treatments recommended by NICE, including those accepted on the Innovative Medicines Fund, and through NHS England clinical commissioning policies.

· With Regional colleagues, implementing the new operating model for retained highly specialised services

· In partnership with NHSBT and DHSC, implementing the recommendations of the Organ Utilisation Group report

· Undertaking provider selection exercises to select or reselect expert providers.

· Overseeing the commissioning of services to deliver ATMPs, whether these are in highly specialised services or not

· Providing commissioning leadership to the development of service specifications and the setting of national standards; working with the clinical advisory structure to ensure appropriate clinical input.

· Coordinating the formulation of proposals and submitting applications for national funding.

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
• Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
• Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
• Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
• Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
• Delivering value for money.

If you would like to know more or require further information, please visit https://www.england.nhs.uk/.

Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

NHS England hold a Sponsor Licence; this means that we may be able to sponsor you providing the Home Office requirements are met. To be eligible for sponsorship through the Skilled Worker route you’ll usually need to be paid the ‘standard’ salary rate of at least £38,700 per year, or the ‘going rate’ for your job, whichever is higher. You can find more information on theGovernment website.

Accountableforthe developmentanddeliveryof multipleprogrammes agreedwithNHSEngland andprovide subject matter expertise around programmemanagement.

Accountableforthemanagementanddeliveryofhighlycomplexprogrammes,integratingtheoutcomesofmultipleprogrammes.

Accountable forensuringthat there is fully integratedworking between colleaguesand subject matter experts on the planning,scoping, design anddelivery ofprogrammesthatimpactacrossthewiderhealth andsocial care system.

Accountableforensuringthatprogrammes ofworkarefullyintegratedwith one another and that conflictsin the delivery and outcomes are managedappropriately.

PleaserefertoAssignmentBriefforfulldetailswhereapplicable.

Pleaserefertothe JDforfurtherimportantinformation.


This advert closes on Sunday 10 Nov 2024

The Director of Strategy supports the development of cross-cutting NHS strategy, leads and oversees specific strategic reviews and helps identify what the NHS needs to address its future opportunities and challenges. The postholder will require the following skills and capabilities: A demonstrable commitment to the development of national healthcare strategy including putting patients at the heart of the NHS and improving their health outcomes and care. Extensive senior experience of strategy development in a politically sensitive and complex area, ideally at a national service level, in the public sector and in the health and care sector Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, including qualitative and quantitative skills. The ability to develop an effective strategic overview of a large, complex, public facing, delivery system and systematically identify and evaluate strategic options for its improvement The credibility and authority to provide personal strategic counsel to the organisations most senior leaders and personally lead on special projects where required A proven track record of building strong strategy teams with high professional standards including an ability to coach and manage others and oversee and prioritise a large and complex portfolio of work Excellent influencing skills and a track record of working collaboratively in a large and complex organisation with a diverse range of internal teams and external partners The ability to bring rigorous but supportive challenge to strategy development with colleagues and partners, ensuring difficult trade-offs are identified and resolved whilst also building deep and collaborative partnerships. Ability to build strong networks within the health system, including Government Departments, particularly DHSC, frontline NHS organisations, other statutory bodies, patient groups, voluntary organisations, think tanks and industry.High personal resilience, a positive and solutions focussed attitude, and a commitment to the values of the NHS including an appropriate emphasis on equality, diversity and inclusion. We have flexible workingpolicies andwould be happy to discuss flexible working requirements with any candidates. If you would like to find out more about this role,please read the detailed job description and / or contact england.stratsupport@nhs.net.