EEAST is a great place to work, great people, great career opportunities and a career that can take you anywhere. No two days are the same, if you are looking for a varied and supportive environment EEAST can offer you that and more!
Hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work:
- Great employee benefits: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join-the-team/working-for-us/employee-benefits
- Our equality networks:https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/our-equality-networks
- Our vision & values: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/about-us/our-vision-and-value
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Job overview
There are two posts to be recruited into. One post holder will be responsible for Central East, and the other will be responsible for Norfolk, Waveney & Suffolk.
The post holder is accountable for the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective emergency services and must ensure the delivery of all financial, operational and performance activity within their area. The post holder will also be the accountable lead for delegated strategic portfolios.
The post holder will provide inclusive, compassionate and resilient leadership to all staff within their area, maximising the effective use of resources to deliver a complex strategic and operational agenda that incorporates achievement of targets.
In doing so they will ensure that budgets break even alongside the delivery of efficiencies, improvements and transformation in workplace culture. The post holder will drive area level change to realise sustainable improvements and deliver the Trust’s strategic planning objectives.
Aligned with the ICB, the post holder will play an integral role in developing constructive relationships with critical stakeholders.
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This post is a senior leadership role within the Trust. The post holder will be the responsible divisional lead for the day-to-day clinical and operational delivery of emergency response services.
The post holder is accountable for the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective urgent and emergency care services and ensuring the delivery of all financial, operational and performance targets within their agreed area or locality. The post holder will also be the accountable lead for other delegated strategic portfolios within the Trust.
The post holder will be the critical Trust representative in the Integrated Care System (ICS), establishing EEAST as a provider and partner of choice at ICS level at provider collaborative, individual provider level and at place. They will be expected to engage at a strategic level across the full operational portfolio. Working within the overall Trust Strategy and the direction of the Board to lead, positively influence, negotiate, progress the interests of the Trust and to innovatively collaborate where appropriate. Working with all directorate teams, they will ensure a robust framework of engagement from their senior team that is consistent with the Trust strategic framework.
As a senior leader, you will be required to promote and role model inclusive compassionate leadership aligned to the EEAST’s values.
Working for our organisation
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
The East of England offers a unique blend of innovation and opportunity, surrounded by picturesque countryside, historic towns, and quick access to both the bustling capital and serene coastlines.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
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Candidates who require a Skilled Worker visa to work in the United Kingdom can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship for this position by assessing their circumstances against the criteria specified on the Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK website. We encourage all applicants to review these criteria carefully to understand their eligibility for sponsorship.
References and Employment History: All references from current and previous employers, will be sought via their Human Resources Department and must cover a minimum of 3 years employment. Therefore, when completing the reference section of your application form, please give the address, telephone number and email address of the Human Resources Department and indicate your current/previous line manager and their departmental details.
All appointments will be subject to currently having a clean disciplinary record.
Please be advised that a No Smoking Policy is in operation throughout the Trust.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme - Under the Trust's commitment 'Positive about Disabled People', if you consider yourself as having a disability and you meet the minimum selection criteria for any post, you will get an automatic interview. By minimum selection criteria we mean that you must provide us with evidence in your application form which demonstrates the essential requirements as set out in the person specification and advertisement for a post.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications, regardless of age, race, religion & belief, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, marriage & civil partnership, pregnancy & maternity or disability.
If you have a disability and wish to send in an alternative format of the application form please contact the Recruitment Team on 01234 243200
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The Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date if a large number of applications are received. If you would like to apply for this position then please keep this information in mind when preparing your submission.
Please note that if you have not had a response from us after one month of submitting your application, you have not been shortlisted for interview.
Area Head of Operations in Melbourn employer: East of England Ambulance Service Trust
At Make Ready Services within the East of England Ambulance Services NHS Trust, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer dedicated to making a difference in our communities. Our supportive work culture fosters teamwork and inclusivity, with numerous employee growth opportunities and comprehensive benefits including generous annual leave, NHS pension scheme, and access to mental health resources. Located in a vibrant region with diverse communities, we encourage flexible working arrangements to help our staff achieve a healthy work-life balance while contributing to vital emergency services.
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East of England Ambulance Service Trust Recruitment Team
