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Job requirements
Essential
22 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Experience
Experience of leading operational implementation of service change across clinical services
- Experience
Experience of translating digital or technology enabled change into practical clinical and administrative workflows
- Experience
Experience of working with clinical and operational teams to redesign processes, manage adoption risks and embed new ways of working
- Experience
Experience of leading digital programmes within a complex or regulated environment.
- Experience
Experience of working with multiple teams to deliver technology enabled change
- Experience
Experience of producing governance reports for senior committees or programme boards.
- Personal Attributes
Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment
- Personal Attributes
Confident and credible communicator able to engage senior clinicians and operational leaders
- Personal Attributes
Collaborative and relationship focused with a commitment to partnership working
- Personal Attributes
Patient centred mindset with a focus on safety, quality and experience
- Knowledge and Skills
Strong programme management skills including planning, risk management, dependency management and reporting
- Knowledge and Skills
Awareness of coordinating technical readiness including IG, DPIA, data security and system integration requirements
- Knowledge and Skills
Understanding of NHS digital governance including IG, DPIA, Caldicott and SIRO processes
- Knowledge and Skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical audiences
- Knowledge and Skills
Analytical skills to interpret data, monitor KPIs and evaluate programme outcomes
- Knowledge and Skills
Training and facilitation skills to support colleague onboarding and adoption
- Knowledge and Skills
Proactive problem solver able to anticipate issues and identify solutions
- Knowledge and Skills
Understanding workflow and processes and ability to apply this in complex settings
- Knowledge and Skills
Experience of cross organisational programme delivery
- Qualifications and Training
Post Graduate qualification at master’s level or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through a combination of in-depth experience postgraduate or post registration study, research and/or courses
- Qualifications and Training
Evidence of continuing professional development
- Qualifications and Training
Recognised project/programme management qualification
Desirable
Not listed in the available specification.
Job overview
Fixed Term | 12 months
This is a new and exciting opportunity to join the Chief Operating Office and Digital Team as an AVT Operational Change and Implementation Lead, supporting the introduction of Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) across Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.
About You
- A post graduate qualification at master’s level or equivalent knowledge and skills gained through a combination of in-depth experience postgraduate or post registration study, research and/or courses.
- Experience of leading operational implementation of service change across clinical services Strong programme management skills including planning, risk management, dependency management and reporting.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex environment
Main duties of the job
- Reporting into the Associate Director of Operations, some of your responsibilities will include: To lead on work to introduce Ambient Voice Technology (AVT) at Sheffield Children’s Hospital. To redesign the way in which clinical documentation fits into the flow of care making it easier for the clinicians to focus on the patient throughout their consultation. To work closely with clinical, digital and operational teams to shape how the new technology is adopted across the Trust. To support colleagues in embedding new ways of working that increase efficiency and reduce the administrative burden.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Applicant requirements
The postholder will have regular contact with vulnerable people and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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This advert is for AVT Operational Change and Implementation Lead with Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust in Sheffield, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Lead (legacy management group) role. The advertised salary is £57,528 - £64,750 per annum, pro rata. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed Term). The application deadline is 21 Oct 2026.
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