Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust
SSCA Cancer Improvement Manager - Band 8a
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Exciting Cancer Improvement Manager Position Available
An exciting Cancer Improvement Manager position is available within Surrey and Sussex Cancer Alliance (SSCA). This role has been created to make a direct, measurable difference to cancer outcomes for patients across our footprint. We are looking for experienced and driven applicants to lead local, targeted improvement work at NHS Trust sites across Surrey and Sussex.
The successful candidate will lead, help design and manage change, working effectively with colleagues, as well as local partners, and those who draw upon cancer services within Surrey & Sussex.
We Are Looking For Candidates Who
- Have experience of managing large and complex projects
- Have strong leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and influence others
- Are organised, self-motivated and able to prioritise workload to meet competing deadlines
- Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills
This is a site-based role, working alongside operational and clinical teams at any one of the NHS providers across SSCA to drive improvements in cancer performance and outcomes. The post holder will be expected to be open and flexible, willing to work on-site at any SSCA secondary care trust. Whilst being a valued member of staff at SSCA, you will also act as an embedded member of your relevant team, building trusted relationships, diagnosing performance challenges and leading targeted cancer improvement projects within the organisation – with a focus on cancer waiting times performance and addressing unwarranted variation.
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Working alongside clinical leads, cancer service managers and operational leads, you will diagnose root causes of underperformance; develop evidence-based improvement plans; and lead the end-to-end project delivery, using recognised improvement and project management methodologies.
You will be expected to develop strong working relationships with clinical, operational and multidisciplinary teams at your host trust, acting as the visible, credible link between the provider and SSCA. You will translate complex performance data into clear narratives and actionable plans, and will report regularly on progress to both trust and Cancer Alliance leadership.
About Us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
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The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Emily Wyeth
- Job title: Programme Manager for Performance and Improvement
- Email address: emily.wyeth@nhs.net
For an informal discussion about this opportunity contact Indea Cadman-Rivers on indea.cadman-rivers1@nhs.net to arrange a call.
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