Total 29 Director/C-Level job vacancies in Coventry, cv1 1ll

At the Heart of England Co-operative Funeral care, we are a small, independent, regional business operating through 16 funeral homes in Coventry, Warwickshire, South Leicestershire, and Northamptonshire serving our client families to the very highest standards with our committed team of experienced professionals.

The role covers the Lower Holyhead Road, Coventry area. The successful candidate will be able to work well as part of a team as well as working to their own initiative. We require someone who can work well under pressure whilst maintaining a sympathetic manner and being sensitive to the needs of others. Working 39 hours per week, which will include weekends and the on-call rota, reporting to the Head of client services you will deliver the highest standards in client care through exceptional service being delivered throughout the key stages of the funeral journey in line with the Heart of England client service processes, policies, and business standards, and contribute to the financial success of the business.

Responsible for:

· Being an Ambassador for the Funeral Division and the Society as a whole, at all times

· Assisting covering duties outside normal business hours (i.e., nights, weekends, and statutory/customary holidays)

· When required to delegate tasks to Community Funeral Directors and Personal Funeral Advisors to achieve exceptional client service

· Supporting first line colleagues in achieving the Locations and Goals and Objectives

· Management of physical resources including colleagues and premises which fall under your area of responsibility

· Develop the Location through actively planning and participating in local community activity

· To maintain and be responsible for high standards of personal appearance, speech, and conduct.

· To Fully establish the clients’ requirements and to offer and advise on all appropriate products

· To be an expert in all areas, be conversant with local customs and practices within the local community (all denominations and faiths)

· Assist with presentation of deceased for visits, to oversee supervise and conduct funerals.

· To ensure effective liaison with all external agencies and authorities, ensuring all details are correct

· To ensure records are kept up to date and correctly entered onto our funeral administration system.

· Ensure compliance of employees with Society’s policies and Procedures, ways of working and standard funeral operating procedures, Health & Safety guidelines, NAFD, FPA, FCA and other relevant bodies guidelines and regulations.

· To Secure premises and assets and to ensure the public and private areas of the funeral location are to the desired standard.

Core skills requirements:

· Knowledge of FCA requirements and NAFD (desired)

· Excellent communication skills including strong written and spoken English

· You will be a role model who is able to lead and delegate.

· Good numeracy skills and Strong IT skills in relation to computer systems

· Confident and professional telephone manner

· Experience of providing a confidential, diplomatic, and discrete service to clients

If you’re successful in your application, we’ll perform some background checks as part of our pre-employment screening process. These will include a basic DBS (disclosure and barring service) check.

In return for your hard work, we offer our colleagues a comprehensive range of benefits such as:

Staff discount in our 37 Food Stores and 16 Funeral branches,
Employee Assistance Programme.
Discounts for Co-operative Travel and AHF Furniture stores.
Enhanced annual leave (rising with service).
Eye care – we offer contributions to glasses for working at a screen as well as free eye tests.
A competitive pension with up to 10% employer contributions.

**** If you are successful in the shortlisting round you will be invited to attend a recruitment and selection process. This is likely to take place in Early November.**** We are a large and friendly team at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW) operating from University Hospital, Coventry and Hospital of St Cross in Rugby. Our large Acute Teaching Hospital has almost 1400 beds and is located in a PFI hospital which opened in 2006, situated just off the junction of the M6 and M69. We are a major trauma centre and tertiary and specialist referral centre for many specialties including Neurosciences and Stroke, Oncology, Haematology, Paediatrics, Cardiothoracic, Renal Medicine and Renal Transplant. We are also a large clinical trials centre with over 140 active trials currently recruited to. In 2018 we fully automated all our medication storage on wards (72 Omnicells and growing), this was the first part of our move towards our longer term automation strategy. The next phase has been to automate our main dispensary (July 2023) ready for the new Trust EPR system (which arrived summer 2024) . This is an exciting time to join this journey as we move towards being fully automated across all our activities; prescribing, clinical screening, dispensing and storage. As a medication wholesaler we also support many local partners with clinical pharmacy services. We also work closely with our national/local commissioners and partner organisations. The post holder will be required to work closely and build relationships with all our key partners. As an acute teaching hospital our department has strong links with the Medical School at Warwick University, the Department of Medicines Management at Keele University and the School of Pharmacy at Aston University. The post holder will work closely with SLT colleagues and will be supported and mentored by the Director of Pharmacy. As an expanding and busy service there will always be opportunities to stretch and develop, the only moderation being the pace you want to set, support from SLT being implicit. The Trust has a dedicated team to support continuous quality improvement (QI) and we are focused on embedding a QI culture within pharmacy, using defined methodology to develop and improve our services. UHCW was selected as one of only 5 Trusts to work in collaboration with Virginia Mason of Seattle, USA. Virginia Mason developed and adopted a management system that has been sustained over the last 15 years. This continuous improvement culture has resulted in them being recognised as one of the safest hospitals in the USA. They have developed the original lean tools and methodology of Toyota Production Systems, and applied it to healthcare to establish a patient centered approach to improvement. Adopting patient centered tools to empower staff and drive changes to Organisational cultures. As a department we have actively encouraged and support our leaders to develop through these programs. If the advert interests you please take some time to read the attached JD/Person Spec, advert and structure chart, for a detailed view of what kind of leader we are looking for. Interested and considering applying? We would encourage you to get in touch with us to arrange an informal discussion and/or visit. Also take some time to look at our Twitter page @UHCW_Pharmacy, to get a feel for the team and trust. Look forward to hearing from our next Associate Director - Trust Medicines Assurance and Pharmacy Governance. The post holder will: Ensure Trust Medication related policies are robust, enabling and reviewed with stakeholders as a key Trust assurance. Provide professional leadership and management of the pharmacy Governance Team, delegating certain aspects through the Lead Pharmacist(s) and Technician(s) as appropriate. Be responsible for the continual development and implementation of medicines assurance strategies and policies that meet the needs of the Trust, its patients and any local or national drivers, standards or legislation. Support the Director and Deputy Director of Pharmacy in achieving the long terms goals and vision of the Trust and Pharmacy Department. Deputise for certain aspects of the Deputy Director and Directors role as needed. Develop and maintain a Medication Strategy Dashboard (Trust) and maintain the internal pharmacy governance dashboard Pro-actively influence safe and cost effective therapy with medicines with other senior clinical staff within the Trust, aligned to governance drivers Be a member of and provide specialist and expert advice and direction to various Trust committees that may include, Medicines Management/Practice Committee, OMT and QIPS Ensure the Lead Pharmacist - Clinical Guidelines and PGDs and Lead Pharmacist - Medication Safety Officer are supported and accountable via line management to deliver their portfolios. Line manage other senior staff across the department where required as part of a supportive SLT role. Work with the Pharmacy SLT to regularly review and alter staff skill mix to meet changing needs and capacity. Demonstrate innovation in the delivery of Medicines Optimisation approaches so the boundaries of current service delivery are extended and the potential skills of the workforce are utilised to the maximum. Provide pharmaceutical and governance input to the development, implementation and maintenance of EPR/EPMA or any other IT related system at the Trust, supported by the Lead Pharmacist EPR/EPMA and supporting the Deputy Director of Pharmacy. Lead, encourage and cultivate an environment of clinical and practice based research and audit. To develop and contribute to current and future research and audit projects associated with the use of medicines, prescribing and related matters. For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.


***See attached JD/Person Spec, advert and structure attachments for a more detailed and informative view***

Are you a ready now Clinical Pharmacy Leader looking for the next challenge in your career? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and dedicated pharmacist to lead the trust medicines assurance and pharmacy governance at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.

The opportunity has arisen as the current post holder will be on maternity leave, therefore a fixed term contract (secondment considered) is being advertised.

The primary role of this post is the professional strategic leadership of the Trust Medicines Assurance Framework and Pharmacy Governance. Also act as the professional secretary for the Trust Medicines Optimisation Committee (MOC) and Chair of the Medicines Policy and Practice Committee (MPPC).

The post holder will play a key strategic role in supporting the Director/Deputy Director of Pharmacy and Trust Quality team to ensure all our medication related committees and groups focus their outputs towards statutory Trust assurance needs, internal continual improvement and aligning towards a progressive Trust Medicines Optimisation Strategy.

As the secretary of the centralised Trust MOC, support Chairs of the committees and groups which are closet to clinical practice and the enablement of innovative practice. All committees output and reporting being accountable to MOC.

At an ICS level the post holder will also support the medicines governance group via the delegated authority of the Pharmacy Governance Team which includes the Medication Safety Officer (MSO).

The post holder is supported by an experienced Pharmacy Governance Team, Trust Medicines Safety Officer (MSO) and Lead Pharmacist - Clinical Guidelines and PGD’s (see attached structure charts). The post holder will also provide direct line management of the supportive structure. Medication Assurance has also been transformed by the introduction of our Electronic Patient Record (EPR) system (Cerner), the team and post holder will support the EPR Pharmacy team closely.

The post holder will be responsible for the development and implementation of safe and sustained improvements in Medicines Optimisation across the Pharmacy department and Trust.

Support the Director of Pharmacy to constitute their duties:

As controlled drugs accountable officer (CDAO). - CD Lin reporting/attendance, Adios reporting
Provide assurance of all our medication supply chains as robust, procedure led, transparently auditable and timely. - For example CQC standards, self-assessments, home office declarations, pharmacy and activity registration statuses
Ensure standards are assured across all our statutory and local requirements. - e.g. GPhC, RPS, Trust Medicines Optimisation Strategy
Medication related Datix oversight (via Governance Team)
Serious Incidents and patient safety incidents oversight (via MSO)

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence®designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award.Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

****If you are successful in the shortlisting round you will be invited to attend a recruitment and selection process. This is likely to take place in Early November. ****

We are a large and friendly team at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust (UHCW) operating from University Hospital, Coventry and Hospital of St Cross in Rugby. Our large Acute Teaching Hospital has almost 1400 beds and is located in a PFI hospital which opened in 2006, situated just off the junction of the M6 and M69.

We are a major trauma centre and tertiary and specialist referral centre for many specialties including Neurosciences and Stroke, Oncology, Haematology, Paediatrics, Cardiothoracic, Renal Medicine and Renal Transplant. We are also a large clinical trials centre with over 140 active trials currently recruited to.

In 2018 we fully automated all our medication storage on wards (72 Omnicells and growing), this was the first part of our move towards our longer term automation strategy. The next phase has been to automate our main dispensary (July 2023) ready for the new Trust EPR system (which arrived summer 2024) . This is an exciting time to join this journey as we move towards being fully automated across all our activities; prescribing, clinical screening, dispensing and storage.

As a medication wholesaler we also support many local partners with clinical pharmacy services. We also work closely with our national/local commissioners and partner organisations. The post holder will be required to work closely and build relationships with all our key partners.

As an acute teaching hospital our department has strong links with the Medical School at Warwick University, the Department of Medicines Management at Keele University and the School of Pharmacy at Aston University.

The post holder will work closely with SLT colleagues and will be supported and mentored by the Director of Pharmacy. As an expanding and busy service there will always be opportunities to stretch and develop, the only moderation being the pace you want to set, support from SLT being implicit.

The Trust has a dedicated team to support continuous quality improvement (QI) and we are focused on embedding a QI culture within pharmacy, using defined methodology to develop and improve our services. UHCW was selected as one of only 5 Trusts to work in collaboration with Virginia Mason of Seattle, USA. Virginia Mason developed and adopted a management system that has been sustained over the last 15 years. This continuous improvement culture has resulted in them being recognised as one of the safest hospitals in the USA. They have developed the original lean tools and methodology of Toyota Production Systems, and applied it to healthcare to establish a patient centered approach to improvement. Adopting patient centered tools to empower staff and drive changes to Organisational cultures. As a department we have actively encouraged and support our leaders to develop through these programs.

If the advert interests you please take some time to read the attached JD/Person Spec, advert and structure chart, for a detailed view of what kind of leader we are looking for.

Interested and considering applying? We would encourage you to get in touch with us to arrange an informal discussion and/or visit. Also take some time to look at our Twitter page @UHCW_Pharmacy, to get a feel for the team and trust. Look forward to hearing from our next Associate Director - Trust Medicines Assurance and Pharmacy Governance. The post holder will:
• Ensure Trust Medication related policies are robust, enabling and reviewed with stakeholders as a key Trust assurance.
• Provide professional leadership and management of the pharmacy Governance Team, delegating certain aspects through the Lead Pharmacist(s) and Technician(s) as appropriate.
• Be responsible for the continual development and implementation of medicines assurance strategies and policies that meet the needs of the Trust, its patients and any local or national drivers, standards or legislation.
• Support the Director and Deputy Director of Pharmacy in achieving the long terms goals and vision of the Trust and Pharmacy Department.
• Deputise for certain aspects of the Deputy Director and Directors role as needed.
• Develop and maintain a Medication Strategy Dashboard (Trust) and maintain the internal pharmacy governance dashboard
• Pro-actively influence safe and cost effective therapy with medicines with other senior clinical staff within the Trust, aligned to governance drivers
• Be a member of and provide specialist and expert advice and direction to various Trust committees that may include, Medicines Management/Practice Committee, OMT and QIPS
• Ensure the Lead Pharmacist - Clinical Guidelines and PGD’s and Lead Pharmacist - Medication Safety Officer are supported and accountable via line management to deliver their portfolios. Line manage other senior staff across the department where required as part of a supportive SLT role.
• Work with the Pharmacy SLT to regularly review and alter staff skill mix to meet changing needs and capacity.
• Demonstrate innovation in the delivery of Medicines Optimisation approaches so the boundaries of current service delivery are extended and the potential skills of the workforce are utilised to the maximum.
• Provide pharmaceutical and governance input to the development, implementation and maintenance of EPR/EPMA or any other IT related system at the Trust, supported by the Lead
• Pharmacist – EPR/EPMA and supporting the Deputy Director of Pharmacy.
• Lead, encourage and cultivate an environment of clinical and practice based research and audit. To develop and contribute to current and future research and audit projects associated with the use of medicines, prescribing and related matters.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.


This advert closes on Tuesday 29 Oct 2024

JOB SUMMARY The post holder will be working closely with the Associate Director of Nursing, Associate Director of Operations, the General Managers and the Associate Director for AHPs. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate strong AHP leadership and provide highly specialist AHP advice. The post holder will be expected to provide clinical and professional leadership including support, guidance and representing the broad views of the AHPs within childrens services and will need to achieve a level of visibility that enables these views to be represented equally from all professions and to inform a clear AHP/ Nursing strategy for the organisation and wider system. The post holder will be expected to interpret national guidance in relation to children and young people and advise on the implementation within the modernising and changing environment of all AHP professions provided by the Directorate. The post holder will be expected to contribute to the development of, and lead on, the implementation of key aspects of the AHP (and joint AHP/Nursing) strategy. The post holder will be required to ensure that the teams have the requisite skills and knowledge to deliver a range of evidence-based interventions through a programme of development. The post holder will work as a full member of the Trusts Leadership Team. They will be a member of the (Lead Professionals Groups) and participate in practice Safety and Quality forums and AHP forums across the Trust, as appropriate. The post holder will also have an important role in quality and safety governance and improvement work contributing to high quality patient care and supporting the service in internal and external inspections, including CQC. The post holder will be the lead for ensuring that clinical supervision and protected learning is provided in line with policy to all AHPs within the Directorate. The post holder will be expected to be a proactive member of the Directorates Senior Management Team and to engage in and support decision making on behalf of the Directorate across services, disciplines and professions as appropriate. The post holder will work jointly with, and have professional responsibility, to the Associate Director of Nursing. The post holder will participate in the management on call rota. Communication To establish effective two-way channels of communication within the service area. To handle sensitive information amongst diverse groups and interests with expert skills and enable time and effective decision making. To establish excellent communication with other professional leads in the Trust as well as the wider community to ensure that services are integrated. Ensure that good practice is rapidly shared within the service area and wider organisation where appropriate. To establish appropriate structures and systems to ensure that AHP views and professional issues have a means of two-way communication and consideration. Analytical and Judgemental Skills / Freedom to Act To support and engage in the development of AHPs across all areas within the Trust. To lead on the development and implementation of AHP related policies within the Directorate. This includes the review and renewal of existing policies. Support the review of policies and practice guidance where both AHPS and nurses share care interventions Lead the service on safety, quality and risk, including establishment and co-ordination of a system to support this. To provide expert advice on professional accountability issues and lead or advise on investigative or disciplinary processes as required To lead on or assist in the development of the practice governance frameworks and clinical risk management strategies related tochildrens services. Planning and Organisational Skills To support and engage in the recruitment and retention of AHP staff (within the agreed area). The post holder is responsible for planning and prioritising their own workload. Physical Skills Keyboard skills with knowledge of software packages Driving skills Responsibility for Patients /Clients Work closely with clinicians, managers and other staff to ensure that service areas are providing optimum quality of care in line with national healthcare standards including CQC, Standards for Better Health, local health care targets and NICE guidance. Support all staff to implement programmes of change to improve clinical care. Policy and Service Responsibilities The post holder is expected to lead on the development and implementation of AHP related and clinical policies within the service. This includes the review and renewal of existing policies. Regularly review the service area AHP workforce in collaboration with the Associate Director of Nursing and Associate Director for AHPs to ensure it has the right level of knowledge skill and expertise to deliver services in the most effective and efficient way. Lead a culture where staff feel empowered and accountable for service improvement at local level. Lead a culture of lifelong learning through learning opportunities in a wide range of formats to improve multi-disciplinary and flexible working. Lead a culture where safety, quality and risk management are seen to be everyones responsibility. Responsibility for Financial and Physical Resources The post holder will support the Associate Director of Operations and the Trust in any agreed cost improvement plans. Responsibility for Staff To support and engage with seconded students in each service area and to take any remedial action as necessary and to inform the Associate Director of Nursing and Trust AHP Lead as appropriate. To liaise and interface well with education providers and academic institutions in the development and delivery of appropriate training for both pre and post registration AHPs to enable them to competently and safely fulfil their roles. Ensure staff in the service area work within the requirements of the European Working Time Directive. Responsibility for Information Monitor and evaluate Best Practice using relevant tools, including Benchmarking To ensure confidentiality is maintained. Research and Development To lead on the development and implementation of Audit programmes and Research & Development activity designed to enhance patient care across the service. To actively lead in research activity related to areas of clinical practice and to promote involvement of AHPs in research activity. Ensure that the identified service area contributes towards the Trusts Research Strategy.

We have an exciting opportunity for a new associate director of corporate affairs to join Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust. In this role, you’ll manage the Trust’s Assurance Framework, Legal advice, Claims and Policy Management, and Freedom of Information.

This is a facilitative role that requires a combination of focus and flexibility, as well as a willingness to play an active, behind-the-scenes role to resolve issues. As gatekeeper and ‘trusted counsel’, the role requires a highly resourceful individual with strong emotional intelligence and an ability to engage with staff across the organisation. You will also be required to manage multiple simultaneous deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

The associate director of corporate affairs is a critically important role within the Trust, in that it will facilitate the effective working of the Chair and Chief Executive Officer with both internal and external stakeholders and will allow them to fulfil their commitments to the Trust and the Board of Directors.

The post-holder will report to the Chief Executive Officer but will have dual accountability to the Chief Executive Officer and the Chair.

Responsibility for developing and implementing sound governance systems and processes to ensure the Trust complies with relevant legislation and statutory duties. This will include all aspects of governance in respect of the Trust Board and its committees.

Responsibilities in respect of health and safety compliance, freedom of information, equality and diversity, corporate contract management and gifts and hospitality.

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

These include:
• generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
• flexible working opportunities
• relocation packages
• excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
• salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
• discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
• wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
• staff networks and support groups

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

For more information on this role please see the attached support information. This will give you a better overview of the role and requirements.

If you’re interested in this role, we’d welcome an informal conversation or visit. Please contact Jason Emerson, Chief People Officer at jason.emerson@covwarkpt.nhs.uk

We’re delighted to be able to offer flexible working for this role.

Please note, this job advert may close early if sufficient applications are reached.


This advert closes on Sunday 13 Oct 2024

About the team

The Strategy and Markets team lead the design, development, and delivery of Ofqual’s strategy and strategic initiatives. It does this through a deep understanding of risk, audiences, and the market, translated into strategic objectives and goals, and through leading and managing delivery of the strategy.

What will the post holder be doing?

This postholder will be an influential strategic thinker within Ofqual, developing and delivering the organisation’s strategy and running its annual strategy cycle. The postholder manages Ofqual’s insight, planning, and reporting functions, and will be involved in a range of strategic initiatives beyond that. The postholder is an important strategic partner of the Executive Team and for senior leaders in Ofqual.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned PA to make a significant impact at a world-leading university, contributing to the ambitious global growth and reputation of Warwick as we celebrate our 60th anniversary. You will be joining a fast-paced, high-performing team that is at the forefront of shaping Warwick’s brand evolution and driving international student recruitment through strategic and innovative campaigns.

The role requires a high-energy individual who thrives in a dynamic environment, bringing a proactive and strategic mindset to managing complex schedules and high-profile projects. Your ability to anticipate challenges, adapt quickly to changing priorities, and support the CCMO in delivering on key global initiatives will be critical to your success.

The CCMO leads the Marketing and Communications department at Warwick, a team dedicated to building and enhancing the University's global, national, and local reputation. As we aim to achieve our ambitious 2030 vision and strategic goals, the department is spearheading major international campaigns to support our brand evolution and international student recruitment, with a particular focus on celebrating our 60th anniversary. Key areas of focus include brand strategy, global marketing, market research and insights, corporate communications, and high-impact campaigns.

Reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor and President, the CCMO is a member of the University Executive Board, and he is responsible, alongside the Board, for the renewal and implementation of the University Strategy.

The job description and main responsibilities are set out in the attached document. For more information please contact the recruiting manager.

What skills and experience we're looking for

What skills and qualities do you need?

Aspirational Futures is looking for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the Trust’s central executive team, someone who is eager to be a part of our story.

Your impact; alongside having the aptitude and qualifications to oversee the finance functions of our newly established Trust, we know that you are going to need energy, drive, and various skills. You will be part of the team that is at the forefront of constructing the frameworks that support the trust and its schools. This is not just a job; it is a chance to be part of the future of our young people and make a lasting difference.

PERSON SPECIFICATION - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Education and training

Educated to degree level or equivalent

Possession of or working towards relevant professional accountancy qualification(s) such as ACCA, CIMA, CIPFA (including CIPFA qualifications developed in partnership with ISBL) ICAEW or equivalent

Commitment to maintain continuing professional development and/or personal development and undertake relevant ongoing training

Qualification in Education Leadership, e.g. DSBM, Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA)

School Resource Management Accreditation

Experience

Senior financial management and strategic leadership role in an academy or academy trust

Experience of working at Board level

Experience of successful CIF bids

Experience of working in a medium to large organisation with a number of budget holders

Experience of internal and external audit

Knowledge and skills

Strong understanding of financial regulations and accounting principles

Statutory requirements for the operation of an educational institution, including company secretarial, legal and tax issues

Strong understanding of the Academy Trust Handbook

Strategic thinker with the ability to exercise strong leadership skills

Highly-developed analytical skills to provide perspective and insight

Strong technical ability, with experience of Integrated Curriculum Financial Planning, resource optimisation, and people management

Excellent IT skills with extensive knowledge and application of financial packages (e.g. HCSS, PS Financials etc)

Knowledge and experience of managing external relationships with professional and regulatory bodies

Management experience with a proven track record in empowering colleagues and teams

Understanding of and a passion for education, with a strong moral purpose

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present financial information to diverse stakeholders

Personal attributes

Outstanding professional profile with an excellent track record in HR management, strong leadership and interpersonal skills

Analytical problem-solving capability with well-developed emotional intelligence, judgement and political awareness

Resilience and ability to drive change, both through their own practice, team and across the trust schools

Highly effective communication skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively

Diplomacy, openness and approachability

Personable, but principled style of strategic leadership and contextual, pragmatic understanding of resource management

Personal integrity, self-awareness and a commitment to personal development and self-reflection

What the school offers its staff

Our trust vision.

• Advance education by providing a holistic, all-through education to ensure our learners are well-prepared and ready to meet the challenges of the next stage in their education, training or employment.
• Instil the character traits necessary to ensure all our learners can successfully contribute to a global society by focusing on an evidence-based approach to Character Education and Personal Development from Reception through to Year 11.
• Offer rich and varied opportunities to promote spiritual, moral, cultural and social development, from primary through to secondary.
• Aim to ensure no child, regardless of their educational needs or background, is left behind due to our inclusive approach.
• Ensure our learners can contribute economically to the local and surrounding communities through our deep understanding of careers and economic education, and the local, regional and national labour markets.

Our family of schools.

All the schools in the trust family are well established and well known in their communities and we all work together to achieve the common aim of ensuring all our young people are well educated and well prepared for the challenges that life after school will bring.

Parklands High School, Chorley.

Parklands High School is an 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive school in Chorley, Lancashire. There are 1,107 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of GOOD (June 2023). Parklands is a founder school in the trust, having converted to academy status in 2012. Chief Executive Officer, Steve Mitchell, is the former headteacher of the school. Budget is £7,120,631. The trust offices are located at the school.

Walton le Dale High School, Chorley.

Joining our trust in June 2024, Walton le Dale High School is an 11 - 16 mixed comprehensive school in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. It has 772 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of REQUIRES IMPROVEMENT (June 2022). This is our first sponsor school, which we have been supporting since Easter 2023. Budget is £5,275,715. This school is approximately 8 miles from the trust offices.

Balshaw Lane Primary School, Euxton, Chorley.

Balshaw Lane Primary School converted to an academy in April 2024 and is a founder school in the trust. It is a two-form entry primary school with 385 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING (November 2011). Budget is £1,793,290. This school is approximately 1 mile from the trust offices.

Gillibrand Primary School, Chorley.

Gillibrand Primary School converted to an academy in March 2024 and was the third primary school to apply to join our trust but was the first to actually join us! It has 210 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING (July 2022). Budget is £1,021,633. This school is approximately 1 mile from the trust offices.

Highfield Community Primary School, Chorley.

Our newest school, Highfield Community Primary School, which is also a founder school in our trust finally joined us in September 24. This conversion has been much delayed due to building and land issues, which are now resolved. The school has 246 pupils on roll and has an Ofsted rating of GOOD (October 2019). Budget is £1,338,366. This school is approximately 1.5 miles from the trust offices.

The benefits of working with us.

In our trust we place emphasis on wellbeing, collaboration and professional development for our staff, underpinned by research. Our aim is to ensure our students finish their education with us as well-rounded, well-grounded individuals who will make a positive contribution to society, which is partly achieved by ensuring our workforce is supported and professionally challenged, underpinned by comprehensive CPD programmes and wellbeing initiatives. We offer the following benefits, designed to promote your wellbeing and make your role enjoyable and rewarding.

• Salary: competitive salary on the national teachers’ Leadership scale with automatic percentage increase as negotiated nationally.
• Annual leave: 32 days plus bank holidays (plus 2 concession days at Christmas)
• Paid leave: maternity/paternity leave, statutory adoption leave, shared parental leave, parental bereavement leave.
• Pension: a generous defined pension with the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Death in service payment: lump sum payment and an ongoing pension for your partner and children (subject to conditions & membership of the LGPS).
• A culture that actively promotes a positive work-life balance and wellbeing initiatives.
• Professional development: full and part-funded training courses (including higher cost courses such as Masters, PhD) plus a wide range of external and in-house learning opportunities available to all.
• Access to UK Healthcare (https://www.ukhealthcare.org.uk/) helping staff with the cost of everyday health expenses such as visiting the opticians, paying for glasses, dental treatment and even paying for prescriptions, up to agreed policy limits. Employees can also claim an allowance for hospital admissions, whether NHS or private, access telephone counselling services and receive a discount on gym membership to keep them fit and motivated for work.
• Flexible working: trust offices are currently based at Parklands High School but the Executive Leaders are also able to work from home.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Free gym: you have free access to the state-of-the-art gym at Parklands High school from 6.30am - 8.30am and from 4pm - 9pm Monday to Friday, and all day Saturday & Sunday.
• Car parking: free and on-site at Parklands High School, which also has 4 electric vehicle charging points (electricity charged at cost).
• Hot drinks: free tea & coffee are provided.
• CycleSolutions: facility to purchase bicycles and equipment at reduced cost through payroll.
• Discounts: enjoy shopping discounts as a member of the Parklands High School community.
• A comprehensive wellbeing social programme with a range of benefits including; Friday treats, staff barbecues, Christmas lunch, a well-stocked staff room.

Further details about the role

The Role.

As our CFO, your role is pivotal – a blend of strategic oversight and hands-on management, working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Chief Operations Officer and in collaboration with the rest of the leadership team, wider central team and the schools’ leadership teams to ensure our strategic priorities are met.

JOB DESCRIPTION - CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

Responsible to Chief Executive Officer

Contract; Full time, full year

Salary; Competitive, depending on experience

Key relationships; Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Chief Operations Officer (COO), Board of Trustees (BoT), Academy Headteachers, Academy Finance Teams.

Statement of purpose

The CFO will take strategic responsibility for Trust wide operations including but not limited to, financial management and control, reporting and compliance, risk management and audit, governance and contributing to delivering MAT growth.

Key Strategic / Leadership & Management Responsibilities

• To report to the BoT, as required, on areas of responsibility, highlighting any concerns, action taken and making recommendations for solutions, where appropriate and when improvement is not rapid enough.
• Working with the CEO, line manage the central services team, with specific regard to HR and payroll.
• Represent the central team at executive team level to the BoT and external bodies where appropriate.
• Promote the highest standards of financial and operational ethics within the Trust.
• Support the Trust’s growth strategy, providing strategic guidance, leadership and management of the Trust’s finances and operations.
• Represent the central team in planning and development within the Trust and ensure clear and effective two-way communication between academy staff and the central team.
• Ensure that the Trust meets its legal, corporate and statutory responsibilities and provide advice, direction and support to the CEO and BoT.
• Provide challenge, where appropriate, to existing practices at all levels and create more effective alternatives.
• Communicate and consult effectively as required with Senior Leaders of the Trust and other stakeholders to ensure change management leads to positive outcomes.
• To develop and review Trust policies in areas of responsibility, ensuring statutory policies are in place and reviewed and approved by the BoT as required.
• Represent the Trust within any external forums, creating opportunities to enhance the profile of the Trust within the education sector and local communities.
• Work within an infrastructure and culture that promotes excellence and high expectations for pupils/students and staff and complements the Trust’s vision.

Financial Management and Control:

• Provide strategic leadership and management of Trust finances, advising Senior Leaders and Trustees on all financial matters pertaining to the Trust.
• Support the BoT by advising, in conjunction with the CEO, on the setting of both trust-wide and individual academy annual budgets.
• Prepare and present the management accounts and related analysis to the BoT and Senior Leaders.
• Have responsibility for and manage the Trust’s and individual academies’ bank accounts and act as signatory.
• Lead on developing, setting, and monitoring the Trust’s three-year financial plan.
• Work with schools to ensure budgets are supported by consistent and realistic budget assumptions.
• Manage the Trust’s cash position at all times, including overseeing bank deposits.
• Develop and maintain the Trust’s financial policies and procedures in accordance with the Academies Financial Handbook, enabling robust financial management.
• Working with the CEO, develop and implement strategies for the generation of additional revenue and resources for the Trust.
• Provide relevant, clear, accurate and timely information to the BoT and Senior Leaders to inform key decision making and effective budgetary control.
• Lead on the procurement of commercial contracts and procurement processes for the Trust and ensure economies of scale are maximised.
• Ensure that VAT requirements are complied with, validate and certify VAT data and produce VAT returns, including online submissions.
• In line with the agreed Trust Scheme of Delegation, train, develop, empower and motivate financial staff across the Trust.

Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure that all schools are compliant with the requirements of the Academy Trust Handbook and Companies House, operating within the appropriate schemes of delegation.
• Complete and submit financial returns as required by the DfE, the ESFA, the Charities Commission and Companies House.
• Prepare and submit the Trust’s financial returns and reports, including annual accounts and monthly management accounts.
• Collect, assess, and analyse information required for annual statutory financial reporting.

Risk Management and Audit

• Lead on financial risk management and mitigation, strengthening controls, ensuring that the Trustees and Senior Leaders are aware of financial risks and issues and that these are being mitigated and managed appropriately.
• Working with the CEO and COO, maintain the Trust’s risk register and liaise with Trustees on risks on the horizon.
• Lead the preparation of the Trust’s statement of accounts, ensuring compliance with current accounting guidance, fully documenting processes.
• Develop and maintain an effective internal audit procedure for the trust and its academies, ensuring recommendations are actioned in a timely manner.
• Manage the external audit procedures for the Trust and its academies, and follow up on any recommendations resulting from the annual audit.
• Manage all insurance claims.
• Administer and account for the Trust’s Gift Aid Scheme.
• Liaise with, and report to the Charities’ Commission, ensuring that all statutory obligations are discharged.

Governance

• Working with the CEO, maintain and update the Trust’s Scheme of Delegation
• Attend and deliver key information and reports at BoT meetings and LGB meetings.
• Act as the key point of contact for trustees and the governance professional.

Growth

• Play a leading role in delivering the Trust’s strategic growth plan.
• Lead on completing and submitting Trust Capacity Growth Funding (TCAF) bids in line with the ESFA’s assessment criteria.
• Responsible for the provision and strategic analysis of timely, accurate and valid performance information to the BoT and Senior Leaders.
• Work with the Trust’s legal advisers on the conversion process ensuring compliance in all areas.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced finance professional to join Coventry & Warwickshire Partnership Trust as Associate Director of Finance – Assurance.

In this role, you will be a pivotal member of the Finance, Contracting and Procurement team.

You will provide leadership to the Financial Assurance function, that incorporates financial services and treasury management, corporate financial management, capital planning and finance systems development. You will have responsibility for financial reporting and lead the production of the Trust’s annual accounts. You will also support the development of the Trust’s financial strategy and the production of financial plans. You will act as the primary liaison with external partners and regulators.

To succeed in this role you’ll need to have expert technical accounting knowledge and strong communication skills to build effective relationships. You’ll have a passion for continuous development of our people, our skills and processes.

This role is responsible for providing leadership to the Financial Assurance function.

Responsibilities include:

Providing a comprehensive financial accounting service – including treasury management, VAT, accounts payable and receivable.

Capital planning and management.

Management of the corporate financial management team, supporting corporate budget holders, producing monthly budget reports and providing financial advice

Consolidation of the Trust’s in year financial position.

Production of financial reports for Trust Boards and Committees and completion of returns to the local ICB and NHS England.

Support the development of the Trust’s financial strategy and produce the annual and longer term financial plans.

Completion of the Trust’s annual accounts.

Developing and maintaining financial controls.

Developing finance systems and processes with a focus on improvements in quality, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Providing expert, technical financial advice.

Act as the day to day contact with Internal and External Audit and the local ICB finance team.

Staff development and leadership, ensuring our people have the appropriate skills to perform their role, developing a culture of continuous improvement.

For more information on this role please see the attached job description.

At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

These include:

· generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us

· flexible working opportunities

· excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more

· salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more

· discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes

· wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more

· staff networks and support groups

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

Job Responsibilities

Financial Control
• Responsible for the integrity of the Financial Ledger by ensuring that the coding structure is maintained in line with the national NHS coding manual and ensuring the accuracy of data contained within the Financial Ledger.

Financial Accounting
• Responsible for the submission of statutory and other financial returns to NHS England
• Responsible for the Financial Accounting team, to ensure accurate ledger accounting and reporting.
• Responsible for the accurate and timely submission of VAT returns, and VAT/tax advice to colleagues.
• Responsible for the Treasury and Cashiering functions, ensuring effective financial control over the treasury activities and effective use of Trust cash reserves.
• Responsible for the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate and timely payment of suppliers.
• Responsible for the Accounts Receivable team, ensuring accurate and timely collection of income due.
• Responsible for working with other departments in the Trust to develop the capital programme and produce monthly monitoring reports.
• Responsible for maintaining the Trusts’ fixed asset accounting register.
• Providing financial information for the production of the monthly Trust Board report and supplying accurate data for input to the monthly returns required by NHS England, the ICB and any other ad hoc returns.
• Producing financial reports and information for Committees, Groups, Senior Management and other departments on a regular and ad hoc basis.
• Responsible for ensuring proper procedure notes exist for the Trusts’ financial services staff and for the development of internal departmental quality standards.
• Responsible for maintaining and developing effective financial controls and procedures.
• Overall responsibility for the NHS agreement of balances quarterly exercise within the recommended timescales and ensuring the accuracy of the information reported to the Department of Health.

Financial Management

§ Have lead responsibility for the production of financial management reports to agreed deadlines, including analysis of variances from plan, and make recommendations on resource control to ensure that expenditure is contained within available resources.

§ Ensure that Trust budgets are set in accordance with the agreed internal budget setting policy and within available resources.

§ Compile the annual Trust expenditure budget and ensure that robust systems for control of budgetary amendments are developed, implemented and maintained throughout the year.

§ Ensure that budgetary control and performance monitoring systems are developed, implemented and maintained.

§ Responsible for financial systems maintenance and systems development, ensuring integrity of financial ledgers and identifying opportunities for improving technologies.
• Responsible for the central Financial Management team providing support to corporate budget holders, managing the Trust’s financial systems and co-ordinating the production of the monthly budget statements for the organisation.

Service Provision/Governance
• Manage the Financial Services teams in line with good practice and NHS policy, guidance and standards.
• Provide professional financial support and advice to staff within the finance services function and its customers.
• Ensure systems, procedures and processes are developed and implemented to deliver agreed services in a transparent and accountable manner.
• Continuously review and develop financial systems so that financial transactions are accurately and promptly recorded and that information produced can be relied upon for effective decision-making.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing appropriate support and information to enable them to undertake their reviews.
• Co-ordinate the implementation of audit recommendations in a timely manner and monitor and report on progress.
• Develop and maintain financial risk register and business continuity plans
• Produce relevant, timely and accurate ad hoc reports as requested by Trust Managers and external stakeholders, as required.
• Deputise for the Deputy Chief Finance Officer on financial accounting matters (in line with main job role) as required.

Staffing
• Ensure the corporate finance teams operate within a culture of openness, transparency, responsiveness and, efficiency and provide a customer-focused service.
• Responsible for line-managing and developing staff within the corporate finance teams, ensuring that all staff have agreed objectives, a personal development plan and annual performance reviews so that the provision of services to customers is continuously maintained and improved.

Team-working

· Working with and supporting colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the service.

· Working with colleagues to ensure that cover and support are provided across each area.

· Take lead responsibility for key areas of the service, including:

o Management of:

§ Financial Accounting

§ Treasury and Cashiers

§ Capital

§ Accounts Payable

§ Accounts Receivable

§ Financial management to Corporate teams (including Estates)

o NHSE and ICB returns / Board report

§ Co-ordination / submission

§ Monthly monitoring

§ Financial plan

§ Ad hoc

o Year-end / financial accounts

§ Production of final accounts

§ Liaising with Internal Audit, providing support and information to enable them to undertake their reviews

§ Liaising with External Auditors to manage the final accounts audit process

o Capital

§ Maintenance and development of the fixed asset register

§ Capital programme development

§ Programme monitoring

§ PFI accounting

§ Capital reporting

§ Management of capital limits

o Accounts Payable

§ Manage the Agreement of Balances (AOB) process

§ Achieving targets for the Better Payment Practice Code (BPPC), formerly Public Sector Payment Policy (PSPP)

o Accounts Receivable

§ Manage the Agreement of Balances (AOB) process

§ Oversee the debt recovery procedures, working with the Contracting team where contractual issues arise

§ Referrals to a third party collection agency

§ Manage the administration and accounting for Bad Debt provisions and Write-offs

§ Manage and report on Aged Debtors and Creditors

o Liaising with Strategy Team re the alignment of the Long-Term Financial Model with the Trust’s strategy

o Analysis and understanding of national announcements

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

· CCAB qualified accountant

· Committed to personal development with evidence of CPD

Knowledge and Skills

Essential
• Expert knowledge of technical accounting standards, including IFRSs
• Effective decision maker
• Able to analyse problems and generate and implement solutions
• Ability to analyse and interpret data and present a logical argument
• Report writing skills – able to demonstrate a clear analytical approach

Experience

Essential
• Recent financial accounting or reporting experience
• Recent experience of technical accounting issues
• Experienced in leading teams

Personal Attributes

Essential
• Focus on quality and performance
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
• Self Awareness – able to reflect, learn from situations and continuously improve
• Resilience – remains positive in the face of difficulties and accesses help and support when needed

For more information on this role please see the attached person specification.


This advert closes on Sunday 1 Sep 2024

Job Responsibilities Financial Control Responsible for the integrity of the Financial Ledger by ensuring that the coding structure is maintained in line with the national NHS coding manual and ensuring the accuracy of data contained within the Financial Ledger. Financial Accounting Responsible for the submission of statutory and other financial returns to NHS England Responsible for the Financial Accounting team, to ensure accurate ledger accounting and reporting. Responsible for the accurate and timely submission of VAT returns, and VAT/tax advice to colleagues. Responsible for the Treasury and Cashiering functions, ensuring effective financial control over the treasury activities and effective use of Trust cash reserves. Responsible for the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate and timely payment of suppliers. Responsible for the Accounts Receivable team, ensuring accurate and timely collection of income due. Responsible for working with other departments in the Trust to develop the capital programme and produce monthly monitoring reports. Responsible for maintaining the Trusts fixed asset accounting register. Providing financial information for the production of the monthly Trust Board report and supplying accurate data for input to the monthly returns required by NHS England, the ICB and any other ad hoc returns. Producing financial reports and information for Committees, Groups, Senior Management and other departments on a regular and ad hoc basis. Responsible for ensuring proper procedure notes exist for the Trusts financial services staff and for the development of internal departmental quality standards. Responsible for maintaining and developing effective financial controls and procedures. Overall responsibility for the NHS agreement of balances quarterly exercise within the recommended timescales and ensuring the accuracy of the information reported to the Department of Health. Financial Management Have lead responsibility for the production of financial management reports to agreed deadlines, including analysis of variances from plan, and make recommendations on resource control to ensure that expenditure is contained within available resources. Ensure that Trust budgets are set in accordance with the agreed internal budget setting policy and within available resources. Compile the annual Trust expenditure budget and ensure that robust systems for control of budgetary amendments are developed, implemented and maintained throughout the year. Ensure that budgetary control and performance monitoring systems are developed, implemented and maintained. Responsible for financial systems maintenance and systems development, ensuring integrity of financial ledgers and identifying opportunities for improving technologies. Responsible for the central Financial Management team providing support to corporate budget holders, managing the Trusts financial systems and co-ordinating the production of the monthly budget statements for the organisation. Service Provision/Governance Manage the Financial Services teams in line with good practice and NHS policy, guidance and standards. Provide professional financial support and advice to staff within the finance services function and its customers. Ensure systems, procedures and processes are developed and implemented to deliver agreed services in a transparent and accountable manner. Continuously review and develop financial systems so that financial transactions are accurately and promptly recorded and that information produced can be relied upon for effective decision-making. Liaise with internal and external auditors, providing appropriate support and information to enable them to undertake their reviews. Co-ordinate the implementation of audit recommendations in a timely manner and monitor and report on progress. Develop and maintain financial risk register and business continuity plans Produce relevant, timely and accurate ad hoc reports as requested by Trust Managers and external stakeholders, as required. Deputise for the Deputy Chief Finance Officer on financial accounting matters (in line with main job role) as required. Staffing Ensure the corporate finance teams operate within a culture of openness, transparency, responsiveness and, efficiency and provide a customer-focused service. Responsible for line-managing and developing staff within the corporate finance teams, ensuring that all staff have agreed objectives, a personal development plan and annual performance reviews so that the provision of services to customers is continuously maintained and improved. Team-working Working with and supporting colleagues to ensure the smooth running of the service. Working with colleagues to ensure that cover and support are provided across each area. Take lead responsibility for key areas of the service, including: o Management of: Financial Accounting Treasury and Cashiers Capital Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Financial management to Corporate teams (including Estates) o NHSE and ICB returns / Board report Co-ordination / submission Monthly monitoring Financial plan Ad hoc o Year-end / financial accounts Production of final accounts Liaising with Internal Audit, providing support and information to enable them to undertake their reviews Liaising with External Auditors to manage the final accounts audit process o Capital Maintenance and development of the fixed asset register Capital programme development Programme monitoring PFI accounting Capital reporting Management of capital limits o Accounts Payable Manage the Agreement of Balances (AOB) process Achieving targets for the Better Payment Practice Code (BPPC), formerly Public Sector Payment Policy (PSPP) o Accounts Receivable Manage the Agreement of Balances (AOB) process Oversee the debt recovery procedures, working with the Contracting team where contractual issues arise Referrals to a third party collection agency Manage the administration and accounting for Bad Debt provisions and Write-offs Manage and report on Aged Debtors and Creditors o Liaising with Strategy Team re the alignment of the Long-Term Financial Model with the Trusts strategy o Analysis and understanding of national announcements Person Specification Qualifications Essential CCAB qualified accountant Committed to personal development with evidence of CPD Knowledge and Skills Essential Expert knowledge of technical accounting standards, including IFRSs Effective decision maker Able to analyse problems and generate and implement solutions Ability to analyse and interpret data and present a logical argument Report writing skills able to demonstrate a clear analytical approach Experience Essential Recent financial accounting or reporting experience Recent experience of technical accounting issues Experienced in leading teams Personal Attributes Essential Focus on quality and performance Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships Self Awareness able to reflect, learn from situations and continuously improve Resilience remains positive in the face of difficulties and accesses help and support when needed For more information on this role please see the attached person specification.

1.Main duties include providing personal assistant support to and managing the commitments of the Deputy Chief Medical Officers through efficient diary management. 2. Effective collaboration with all relevant personnel to maintain an effective administration system; prompt transcription where required, manipulation and distribution of appropriate correspondence. 3.Organising and attending DCMO chaired meetings, taking and transcribing minutes or action notes for approval, ensuring there is a good record which ensures that decisions are recorded, referenced and future action is taken at the appropriate level. 4. Providing administrative support to the CMO portfolio work/project work as required by the Medical Directorate Business Manager, including collation and reporting of data in order to produce reports, spreadsheets and presentations, utilising relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensure all relevant data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines. 5. To plan, organise and implement the clerical and administrative processes of the Medical Directorate, Medical Revalidation & Appraisal function and job planning function where required, demonstrating effective office skills. Including the preparation of documents for presentation (e.g. PowerPoint Slides) for the Medical Directorate Trust wide clinical meetings. 6. To plan, organise and implement the clerical and administrative processes of the Guardian of Safe Working Function, working in collaboration with the People Directorate. 7. Support and deliver project work with Business Manager and wider Medical Directorate team. 8. Supporting the Medical Revalidation & Appraisal and Job Planning systems; to organise, manage and maintain the use of information systems including L2P, PReP and Equitini 360, ensuring the Trust meets quality and performance standards. 9. Supporting Revalidation and Appraisal and Job Planning functions with day-to-day system support, including but not limited to: updating PReP with new GMC submission dates, appraisal Data Packs, Updating Prescribed Connection Database with completed appraisals, adhoc update of TrustNav, management of general enquires in generic inboxes for Job Planning & Medical Revalidation & Appraisals, and set up 360 Feedback for doctors. 10. Lead on the GIRFT administrative function for the Trust, working collaboratively with Clinical Groups and external regional GIRFT managers to ensure all GIRFT meetings are planned, coordinated, organised and delivered effectively. Please see attached job description and person specification.

A Vacancy at University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust.


An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly professional and proactive individual to join our dedicated and enthusiastic Medical Directorate Team on a permanent contract, covering the Business Administrator / Coordinator Role, based at University Hospital, Coventry.
This is a demanding, and varied role, which requires a confident communicator with experience of negotiating and influencing staff at a senior level, combined with excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

The post holder will play a key role in the diary management of our Deputy Chief Medical Officers (DCMOs), organising and facilitating key meetings for the team, supporting our Medical Revalidation, Appraisal and Job Planning Functions as well as leading on the coordination of the Trust GIRFT programme with the Business Manager. This will include working with our Chief Medical Officer, DCMOs, Medical and Dental staff, Senior Clinical Leaders, Group Operational and Clinical Management, and wider Trust colleagues to ensure delivery and co-ordination of the CMO/DCMO portfolio within the Medical Directorate Team.

Responsibilities will include: effectively coordinating internal meetings (individuals & team), full meeting facilitation including the taking and transcribing of good quality minutes, diary management of 4 DCMOs, supporting roll out of our Medical Revalidation & Appraisal system (Autumn 2024), training and communicating to all staff groups regarding job planning, medical revalidation and medical appraisal, and maintaining the generic mailboxes. Please see attached job description for more details.

The successful candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a strong team work ethic and behaviours aligned to the Trust’s values of acting with openness, honesty and integrity and working in partnership to deliver and improve the services we provide to our patients.

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.
Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care.

We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

1.Main duties include providing personal assistant support to and managing the commitments of the Deputy Chief Medical Officers through efficient diary management.

2. Effective collaboration with all relevant personnel to maintain an effective administration system; prompt transcription where required, manipulation and distribution of appropriate correspondence.

3.Organising and attending DCMO chaired meetings, taking and transcribing minutes or action notes for approval, ensuring there is a good record which ensures that decisions are recorded, referenced and future action is taken at the appropriate level.

4. Providing administrative support to the CMO portfolio work/project work as required by the Medical Directorate Business Manager, including collation and reporting of data in order to produce reports, spreadsheets and presentations, utilising relevant Trust IT systems, as determined by the role, ensure all relevant data is collected and input accurately in line with Trust guidelines.

5. To plan, organise and implement the clerical and administrative processes of the Medical Directorate, Medical Revalidation & Appraisal function and job planning function where required, demonstrating effective office skills. Including the preparation of documents for presentation (e.g. PowerPoint Slides) for the Medical Directorate Trust wide clinical meetings.

6. To plan, organise and implement the clerical and administrative processes of the Guardian of Safe Working Function, working in collaboration with the People Directorate.

7. Support and deliver project work with Business Manager and wider Medical Directorate team.


8. Supporting the Medical Revalidation & Appraisal and Job Planning systems; to organise, manage and maintain the use of information systems including L2P, PReP and Equitini 360, ensuring the Trust meets quality and performance standards.

9. Supporting Revalidation and Appraisal and Job Planning functions with day-to-day system support, including but not limited to: updating PReP with new GMC submission dates, appraisal Data Packs, Updating Prescribed Connection Database with completed appraisals, adhoc update of TrustNav, management of general enquires in generic inboxes for Job Planning & Medical Revalidation & Appraisals, and set up 360 Feedback for doctors.

10. Lead on the GIRFT administrative function for the Trust, working collaboratively with Clinical Groups and external regional GIRFT managers to ensure all GIRFT meetings are planned, coordinated, organised and delivered effectively.

Please see attached job description and person specification.


This advert closes on Wednesday 7 Aug 2024

A Vacancy at Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust.


As a senior nurse in the directorate the Associate Director of Nursing and Quality will carry responsibility to act as a strong role model for all colleagues by demonstrating credibility and visibility, strong commitment to identifying development opportunities, celebrating success, and encouraging creativity, innovation, and excellence in practice. This will be achieved by demonstrating strong compassionate leadership and holding joint responsibility with the Deputy Medical Director for Mental Health’s agenda’s, Clinical Governance and Compliance standards across the directorate; thus, supporting the Associate Director of Operations Services for CYP in the directorate and working in collaboration with the Trust leads in theseareas.

The role will include effective regional networking and implementation of national policy with and external organizationalbodies, including the engagement with Integrated Care Boards and providing assurance on the quality of services.

The Associate Director of Nursing will promote a positive culture of learning and openness and ensure clinical staff across the directorate have the knowledge, capability, systems and support to embed lessons learned in practice for the improvement of patient care. This includes leading on quarterly Directorate Learning Lessonsevents and the promotion of positive cultures within teams and the directorate.


The post holder will work with the Trust Leads in the following areas:
• Protection of children and young people (CYP) & adults with care and support needs – to promote and safeguard the welfare of CYP and adults with care and supportneeds.
• Implementation of NICE guidance and other statutory / best practice guidelines. (ifappropriate)
• Infection Control - To be responsible for the prevention and control ofinfection
• Incident reporting - To report any incidents of harm or near miss in line with the Trust’s incident reporting policy ensuring appropriate actions are taken to reduce the risk of reoccurrence. learning from incidents in a broader context Trustwide
• Risk Management - To contribute to the identification, management and reduction of risk in the area ofresponsibility.
• Clinical Audit and Effectiveness - To ensure day to day practice reflects the highest standards of governance, clinical effectiveness, safety and patientexperience.
• Health, Safety and Security - to be aware of the responsibility of all employees to maintain a safe and healthy environment for patients/ clients, visitors andstaff.




At Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust (CWPT), we deliver a wide range of physical, mental health, learning disability and autism services, and are proud to serve communities across Coventry, Warwickshire and beyond.

We put ‘people at our heart’; this ethos is at the centre of everything we do and how we do it. We care for our staff and colleagues as much as they care for others and offer a wide range of benefits and development opportunities.

These include:
• generous annual leave entitlement which increases during your time with us
• flexible working opportunities
• excellent learning and development opportunities, including apprenticeship frameworks, distance learning, internal training, coaching and mentoring, and much more
• salary sacrifice schemes for lease car/ vehicle, Cycle to Work, home and electronics, gym membership and more
• discounts with a range of retailers, restaurants and entertainment venues through our Employee Assistance Programme and NHS discount schemes
• wellbeing support, including an in-house counselling service, external helpline and more
• staff networks and support groups

We’re always on the lookout for people who share our passion for improving the lives and wellbeing of people in our community, as well as our values of compassion, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect.

As an experienced and credible nurse the Associate Director of Nursing and Quality will be able to positively influence and support the development of, nurses and other non-medical disciplines in the delivery and improvement of services to patients. This willbeachieved through facilitating learning and development of nursing and non-medical staff, including working in partnership with other organisations. This will include taking a lead role in the development of clinical development pathways through training and competency frameworks.

The Associate Director of Nursing for Integrated Children Services will lead on the safety and quality agenda for services to ensure high levels of patient safety, patient experience and professional standards of care. The role will take responsibility for the management of the Heads of Nursing and Clinical Leads/Matrons for the Directorate to ensure a robust structure of audits, oversight and assurance. The role will be responsible for engaging with the Clinical Quality Directorate, as well as engaging with the Director of nursing, Chief Nurse and Director of Children services. Demonstrating a high level of communication, both verbally and written, the post hold will provide assurance in a range of ways, as well as ensuring Children services are prepared and performing at a high level, achieving the Key Lines of Enquiry standards, supporting innovation, supporting practice development and developing initiatives.


This advert closes on Sunday 11 Aug 2024

This Executive Assistant role is home based and offers a part time working opportunity of 22 hours a week, usually over 3 days. The role is fixed term (16 weeks) supporting the Director of People and Head of HR Operations. You will receive a competitive salary of £30,432 per annum (pro rata).

REWARDS PACKAGE

• SmartHealth – free online GP service 24/7.
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), pro-rata’d
• Pension scheme, matched up to 8%
• Life Assurance up to 3 times your salary
• Eyecare vouchers
• Flexible benefits package
• Flu vaccine vouchers
• Paid DBS and renewals
• Access to private holiday home getaway in Torquay
• Wellbeing Support – our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme including free counselling and legal advice
• Chaplaincy and pastoral support

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

· Executive Assistant Duties: Assist the Director of People with meeting/diary arrangements, taking minutes at meetings, collating reports and administer the People Committee, Staff Engagement Group and EDI Steering Group meetings.

· Employee relations (ER) – administration support: Diary management and setting up ER meetings like investigations, short term absence meetings etc. Issuing standard template letters following absence or ER interventions. Absence management support - Chasing the completion of return to work interviews, correct absence recording. Minute taking at ER meetings.

· HR Administrative support: EDI and Wellbeing calendar initiatives – drive actions and support event arrangements; Recruitment adinistration, and interview arrangements for senior posts. Improve our ED&I data, support the Wellbeing survey, plus any other ad hoc support we need.

Please copy and paste this link into your browser to view the full job description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1StGsQydjTgWoEUWAqAIrs8OopwuV9T6n/view?usp=sharing. If you want to join our team as our Executive Assistant, please apply now as we would love to hear from you.

About LANGLEY TRUST

For over 65 years Langley Trust has been supporting people with convictions to transform their lives. As a Christian charity working across England, we believe everyone deserves another chance. With a wide range of services – including complex needs care, supported housing, and specialist advice services – our work prevents crime, promotes rehabilitation, and reduces the risks of re-offending.

Diversity and Inclusion is integral to Langley Trust. We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included, and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.

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Still curious about how we do it, click What We Do

DISABILITY CONFIDENT

As a Disability Confident Committed employer, we run a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria listed in the job description. If you would like to be considered under this scheme, please state this in your application.

We're proud to be an Investors in People Gold employer which means we invest in our people. This is a huge achievement as our assessment covers the last 3 years of unprecedented challenges through the pandemic; additionally, Investors in People have raised the bar and acknowledge that it is harder now to secure the Gold standard than in previous years as they want to keep it meaningful.

If you want to join our team as an Executive Assistant, please apply now as we would love to hear from you.

Closing date: 12 July 2024

We reserve the right to close earlier if we receive sufficient applicants.

A satisfactory basic DBS check is required for this role and job offers will be subject to the Trust receiving satisfactory evidence of the successful applicant’s right to work in the UK.