Be part of an ambitious programme of transformation across health and social care in Brent   

Brent is a tremendously vibrant London borough where the iconic arch of Wembley Stadium dominates the skyline. Spanning both inner and outer London, it is a borough of huge contrasts in terms of its economic, environmental, ethnic and social make up. Brent’s diversity is evident to all who visit our borough and our long history of ethnic and cultural diversity has created a place that is truly unique and valued by those who live and work here. 

The council is pursuing a far-reaching transformation agenda that better meets the needs of our community so it is an exciting time to join us.

The Post

The post is a jointly funded role between the CCG and Council, as part of the Health and Care Transformation Team, to support the development of plans for further integration in Brent.
 
The key areas of focus for the role include working with programme managers, operational and service leads to develop more integrated, effective and streamlined self care; hospital discharge; assistive technology; integrated commissioning and market management arrangements.
 
You will take a lead role on developing robust processes and procedures and ensure that information on good practice and organisational learning is widely available. 

You will oversee the production of programme documentation, including programme plans, reporting templates and completing national Better Care Fund (BCF) returns.

In addition, you will manage new ways of ways of improving the quality and speed of communications from the programme to providers, staff and wider partners. 

The Person 

The candidate will be able to work effectively with senior stakeholders, have strong programme management skills, analytical skills and experience of working across health and social care settings. But above all, the candidate will be hard working and passionate about improving care for people.

The candidate will also need to demonstrate:
 
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.
• Educated to degree level (or evidence of equivalent level of education).
• Detailed knowledge of the specific portfolio. 

Closing Date: 20 October 2019 (23:00)

Assessment & Interview Date: tbc 

Additional Information

Brent Council values the diversity of its community and aims to have a workforce that reflects this and therefore encourage applications from all sections of the community. 

Applications are particularly welcome from people with disabilities and LGBT (lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and transgender) applicants as they are under-represented across the council. 

All organisations and individuals who work with children and young people, or are involved in providing services for them have a duty to safeguard and promote their welfare.

We are committed to safer recruitment and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. 

Before you join Brent Council, you will need to provide your National Insurance (NI) number and undergo a Home Office Standard I.D. check. 

Please note CVs will not be considered as part of your application for this position. 

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