Service Change Partner

Job overview

The Development and Partnerships department at Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Service Change Partner to support the Trust in delivering service improvements to ensure we deliver excellent care at the heart of the community. The post holder will support the design and delivery of an agreed programme of works, working with a range of professionals across the health and social care sector in Sussex.

This is a hybrid role, requiring a combination of home working, attendance at the Brighton General Hospital office, and a visible presence within relevant clinical services as required. The post is full time or part time, with a minimum of 3 days per week for part time colleagues.

Please note: Due to recent changes in UK immigration and visa rules, this role may not be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who do not currently have the right to work in the UK may not be considered. Candidates requiring sponsorship should review the eligibility criteria on the gov.uk website before applying to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship for this role.

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Main duties of the job

Service Change Partners work with clinical services to prepare services to respond effectively to required changes, quality improvements and our Trust's strategic objectives.

Key requirements:

• Strong influencer and communicator, able to flex style and gain trust with a range of differing stakeholders including head of service, clinical and operational service managers, clinical staff, commissioners and external providers.
• Ability to quickly learn and understand a range of different services and care pathways, maintaining a curiosity that provides a healthy  challenge to our partners.
• Strong governance, service change or project management skills to support design and delivery of service change.

The post holder will provide expertise and leadership in driving projects forward alongside project sponsors and senior responsible owners. This will be done through:

• Developing and managing project plans and business cases within the departments portfolios as set by our executive committee.
• Working and influencing, as appropriate, a range of professionals across Trust and the Sussex health and care system to ensure best care and delivery.
• Analysing and evaluating a range of information to inform the service change proposals.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Applicants must be able to demonstrate all essential requirements as listed in the job description and person specification.

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.