Job summary
- Main area
- Administration
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 8b
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Hybrid: Approximately 2 Trust/ICB visits per week, one day every 2 weeks in London Waterloo, with the remainder of the week working from home.)
- Job ref
- FDP - 6879016
- Employer
- Arden and GEM Commissioning Support Unit
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Wellington House.
- Town
- London
- Salary
- Per Annum
- Closing
- 10/01/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Regional Business Change Manager ( South East Region )
NHS AfC: Band 8b
Arden & GEM is a leading Commissioning Support Unit (CSU) working across the health and care system in England to provide transformational solutions, business support and clinical services. We work in partnership with other health and care organisations to design, develop and deliver better care for patients that improves health outcomes while making efficient use of resources. Regardless of function, specialism, or location, we are all united in our commitment to improving health and wellbeing for everyone.
Our services are built on a strong foundation of experienced people who build great relationships, a commitment to NHS values and a thorough understanding of our clients and the challenges they face.
Arden & GEM CSU is committed to supporting the redeployment of our at risk employees. In line with our policy, staff at risk may be given preferential consideration to posts that could be considered suitable alternative employment. We reserve the right to close, delay or remove adverts while this process is completed. We apologise if you experience a delay in the shortlisting stage of the recruitment cycle.听
Job overview
In this role, you will drive the effective rollout and adoption of the Federated Data Platform across NHS Trusts and Integrated Care Boards in your region. Acting as the key contact for Trust business change teams, you will oversee implementation, ensuring the platform is integrated into day-to-day workflows to enhance patient care, operational efficiency, and data-driven decision-making.
The FDP simplifies data management by connecting systems across Trusts, improving coordination and removing unnecessary burdens for staff and patients.听 In your first year, you will focus on strengthening uptake and usage within organisations already using the FDP. From year two onwards, you will expand this work to new organisations, enabling them to realise the platform's full benefits.
Main duties of the job
- Drive transformation across your region by leading the adoption and implementation of the Federated Data Platform, empowering Trusts and Integrated Care Boards to unlock the full potential of data-driven healthcare.
- Establish and manage a dynamic network to share best practices, foster collaboration, and coordinate training, support, and communications across Trusts and ICBs.
- Conduct comprehensive change impact assessments, identify areas for improvement, and ensure staff are fully prepared and confident in adopting new systems and processes.
- Work closely with Trusts to embed the FDP into operational workflows, streamlining processes and delivering tangible improvements in patient care and operational efficiency.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with regional and local stakeholders, influencing at all levels to ensure smooth delivery and long-term success of business change initiatives.
- Support organisations in achieving key milestones, ensuring changes are effectively embedded to realise the full benefits of improved data coordination and seamless healthcare delivery.
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Working for our organisation
NHS England鈥檚 Data and Analytics Directorate is driving the transformation to put patients in control of their data, support clinicians, decision-makers, and researchers with real-time, high-quality data, and empower the NHS Data Community to leverage their skills for high-value opportunities. We pride ourselves on our dedication, creativity, and values-driven approach to improving decision-making across health and care, helping people live healthier, longer lives.
The NHS relies on data every day to manage patient care and plan services, but it is often stored in systems that don鈥檛 communicate with each other, creating burdens for both patients and staff. The Federated Data Platform connects these systems, allowing each Trust and Integrated Care Board to manage their own customised version, enhancing data integration and care coordination.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Ensure the successful adoption and effective use of FDP products across Trusts and Integrated Care Boards in your region, driving operational improvements and measurable benefits for patients and staff.
- Partner with Trusts and ICBs to implement FDP products, focusing on embedding new ways of working that drive efficiency and improve patient outcomes.
- Build a collaborative regional network to share best practices, training, and communication resources, enabling Trusts to learn from and support each other.
- Conduct detailed change impact assessments and provide targeted, hands-on support to help organisations meet delivery milestones and maximise platform adoption.
- Communicate clearly and effectively at all levels, securing buy-in and ensuring alignment with regional and national strategic goals.
- Lead cross-functional teams, mentor colleagues, and guide Trusts to achieve sustainable, long-term success in adopting and embedding FDP.
Essential Skills and Experience:
- Proven experience in leading complex business change programmes, ideally within healthcare or similarly large, multi-layered environments.
- Expertise in structured change management methodologies, with a track record of delivering results under tight deadlines.
- Strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.
Desirable Skills and Experience:
- Experience working with IT systems or digital transformation projects within NHS or healthcare settings.
- Professional qualifications in project management (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile) and proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project or equivalent.
- Familiarity with tools and techniques that enable data-driven healthcare planning, operational efficiency, and improved decision-making.
Qualifications:
- Educated to master鈥檚 level or equivalent experience in Business Change, Project Management, or a related discipline.
- Professional qualifications in project or change management (e.g., PRINCE2, Agile, or similar) are highly desirable.
Benefits & Perks:
- 27 days annual leave (increasing with service) plus bank holidays.
- Access to professional development opportunities and NHS-wide training platforms.
- Comprehensive mental wellness support and a strong commitment to work-life balance.
Next Steps:听
We value independent thinking and risk-taking. We believe that every team member should have the opportunity to contribute and share their ideas. Our culture encourages a healthy work-life balance, and we strive to create an enjoyable and supportive working environment.
Visit our website at www.ardengemcsu.nhs.uk to learn more about who we are and apply.
Note: We are not sponsoring this position, so applicants must be UK residents.
At Arden & GEM CSU, we鈥檙e all about making the application process easy and accessible. As an NHS employer, we welcome applications through both NHS 果冻传媒APP and LinkedIn. Whether you prefer to use LinkedIn鈥檚 one-click CV submission or submit an application form via NHS 果冻传媒APP, the choice is yours! It's 2024, and we鈥檙e embracing change and the simplest ways to connect with talent鈥攕o apply using the method that works best for you.
Person specification
Application
Essential criteria
- Educated to Master鈥檚 level or equivalent experience with a qualification in Business Change/Implementation Management at Practitioner level.
- Experience designing and executing change strategies, stakeholder engagement, training, and support to ensure successful adoption within the NHS
- High-level verbal and written communication skills, including experience managing complex, politically sensitive relationships across organisational structures
- Ability to manage and coordinate change networks across multiple Trusts and ICBs to drive FDP adoption.
Desirable criteria
- Understanding of NHS digital programmes, care provision, and the broader health economy.
- ecognised project management qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2 or Agile Practitioner) or equivalent experience managing IT projects in a healthcare setting.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Talent Solutions
- Job title
- Talent Solutions
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0121 543210
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
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Arden & Gem Talent Solutions
- Telephone
- 07919 393975
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