Vacancy Introduction
Are you a skilled administrator with a passion for making stuff better? We are looking for somone with an interest in system working, to support a programme of work with partners across the Leeds Health & Care system to deliver our local ambition to develop a Neighbourhood Health approach.
You will work as part of a small team delivering a programme of work in relation to Active Recovery & the Stroke pathway. This work includes the expansion and strengthening of the existing Active Recovery model and a project to implement an early supported discharge pathway for survivors of stroke. On occasion you may also provide project support to a programme testing a new model of integrated, community-based specialist diabetes care.
We welcome applications on a secondment basis from anyone applying from within the Leeds Health & Care Partnership. Roles are offered on a fixed-term basis until the end of March 2027 and may be subject to further extension in 2027/28.
We are open to applications from people looking to work between 22.5 and 37.5 hours per week (0.6-1.0 wte).
You will work on behalf of the Leeds Health & Care system, hosted by the Leeds Community Healthcare Business, Change & Improvement Service - a network of skilled and experienced project managers, change agents and business managers. You will work alongside a programme manager and project support officer as part of a smaller team.
Reach out to find out more if this sounds like the right opportunity for you.
On a day-to-day basis you will be involved with supporting projects in:
•Developing and maintaining project documentation, such as project plans, actions logs and highlight reports
•Leading on discrete workstreams within projects
•Taking responsibility for project admin, such as diary management, event planning, and action notes
•Communicating about the project/s to various stakeholders
The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:
•Effective communication skills with the ability to develop written and verbal communications for a range of audiences
•Experience in assisting with the development of project plans, working with a range of stakeholders to implement and evaluate change work
•Experience of compiling reports and ensuring information is available to support the implementation of project work
•Experience of supporting project managers with the production of reports, project plans, and risk and issue logs
•Confidence to take a lead on some discrete workstreams within change projects.
For more Information about this Job, please contact -Nicola Wolstenholme – nicola.wolstenholme@nhs.net
You will need to be available for interview on Wednesday 8th July.
If applying as a secondment we ask that you speak with your line manager to enable speedy release from your substantive post. Should you be seconded into the team, you will remain on your current employer’s terms and conditions. All salaries are listed as Agenda for Change, however equivalent salaries will be supported in line with your substantive employer’s salary levels
For video information on the pilot stage of the Leeds Active Recovery service please refer to the following link:
https://youtu.be/D8_xIacSQWA?si=nK6erpQyLb-JsmZy
Please review the Job Description and Person Specification attached for full requirements of the role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
