Head of Integrated Discharge Service

3 weeks ago

Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom North Bristol NHS Trust Full time

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy We highly recommend reading our Tips on how to apply page to give you an insight on how applications are scored & shortlisted by our Recruiting Managers. These tips have been provided to give you a better chance of being shortlisted for our vacancies.

Please note that if you apply for a position with North Bristol NHS Trust, you may be contacted via TRAC or via email. This includes invites for job interviews. We therefore recommend that you regularly check your TRAC Account and email accounts including junk and spam folders.

Our job adverts may close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Considering this, if you are interested in this role, please do apply as soon as you can.

Job overview

We are looking for an individual who is highly motivated and enthusiastic about positively impacting the discharge experience for patients, families, carers and staff, whilst ensuring that people leave the acute setting in an appropriate and timely manner.

This exciting role gives a unique opportunity to work with expert clinical and operational teams within North Bristol Trust, as well as within our Transfer of Care Hub and at wider System level, to ensure we deliver effective, safe and excellent care to our patients.

The post holder will have recent expert knowledge of leading large teams, in either acute or community settings and have a proven track record of delivering meaningful and sustained change. The successful candidate will possess a strong ability to build successful teams whilst supporting, influencing and motivating staff to deliver challenging targets through times of change.

The post holder is expected to provide proactive and visible leadership across the discharge services and we are looking for someone who is ambitious, focused and passionate about patient care, shaping the challenge and opportunities within the current NHS. You will be well supported by an experienced leadership team and have opportunities for personal development.

Main duties of the job
  • Be responsible for the development and delivery of the IDS service, along with support for the provision of the Transfer of Care Hub (ToC Hub).
  • Be responsible for service development, evaluation, research and audit of Discharge Services in NBT.
  • Provide Leadership and consultancy for discharge related inquiries both within NBT and as a lead within the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) Integrated Care System (ICS).
  • Deputise for the Associate Director of Integrated Discharge in appropriate forums and support strategic development of Discharge Strategy across the ICS.

This role will require participation in the on-call rota which includes weekends and bank holidays as required.

Working for our organisation

North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.

North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities
  • Be responsible for the development and delivery of the IDS service, along with support for the provision of the Transfer of Care Hub (ToC Hub).
  • Be responsible for service development, evaluation, research and audit of Discharge Services in NBT.
  • Provide Leadership and consultancy for discharge related inquiries both within NBT and as a lead within the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) Integrated Care System (ICS).
  • Deputise for the Associate Director of Integrated Discharge in appropriate forums and support strategic development of Discharge Strategy across the ICS.
Person specificationExperience
  • 2-years senior experience at an 8A or above in a healthcare.
  • At least 4-years experience of leading multi-disciplinary teams.
  • 2-years working in acute hospitals at a senior level of 8A or above.
  • Experience of working in an operational role within an acute hospital.
Knowledge
  • Masters level degree in related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Working towards a masters-level qualification in related field.
  • Working understanding of the challenges related to flow and discharge within and from hospitals.

If you apply for this vacancy and have not received a communication from North Bristol NHS Trust within three weeks of the closing date, please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

Please note that North Bristol NHS Trust does not reimburse travel expenses relating to interview attendance.

If you feel you meet the requirements of the Disability Act / Two Ticks scheme and require further support/advice, please contact us on tel 0117 414 1151.

North Bristol NHS Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

The successful applicant(s) will normally commence at the minimum of the scale unless they have previous NHS service at the same band. Progression through the scale is by annual increments.

At North Bristol Trust (NBT), we know diverse and inclusive environments lead to happier and healthier teams and improved patient care and outcomes. We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are currently underrepresented in NBT's workforce at Band 8a and above. These include people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and LGBTQIA+ people.

Please note that stringent pre-employment checks are undertaken on all successful applicants prior to commencement in post.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Name: Cathy Daffada
Job title: Associate Director for Integrated Discharge
Email address: cathy.daffada@nbt.nhs.uk
Telephone number: 07974506398

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Head of Customer Data Integration

    2 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Aviva Full time

    Head of Customer Data IntegrationSalary: London circa £140,000, National circa £120,000This is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract opportunityAre you someone who has a background in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) focusing on customer data & analytics integration?Then look no further we have just the role for youWe are looking for a Head of Customer Data...

  • Head of Programmes, Integration to Air Platforms

    1 day ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom The Engineer Full time

    BristolA great opportunity managing programmes and relationships with Platform Design Organisations, including oversight of the technical requirements and ownership of the respective programmes and contracts.Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experienceDynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classificationSecurity Clearance:...

  • Head of HR Services

    6 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom C&C Group Plc Full time

    C&C Group plc is a premium drinks company which owns, manufactures, markets and distributes a unique portfolio of beer and cider brands in its home markets and across the globe. You probably know us best from brands like Bulmers, Magners and Tennent's.About the RoleThe Head of HR Services provides strategic leadership over the People Services Contact Centre,...

  • Head of Practice Services

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom BrisDoc Healthcare Services Full time

    At BrisDoc, we deliver innovative, high-quality healthcare that transforms lives. As a leading provider of primary and urgent care across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire, we are passionate about patient-centred care and community health improvement.We are seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Practice Services to join our leadership...

  • Integration Architect

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom PA Consulting Full time

    We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future.As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.We are...

  • Integration Architect

    6 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom PA Consulting Full time

    We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future.As strategies, technologies and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough use of technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.An...

  • IT Vendor and Service Integration Manager

    6 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom JR United Kingdom Full time

    Social network you want to login/join with:IT Vendor and Service Integration Manager, BristolClient: Reed- UNLIMITEDLocation:Bristol, United KingdomJob Category:OtherEU work permit required:YesJob Views:4Posted:30.03.2025Expiry Date:14.05.2025Job Description:Every three minutes someone in the UK develops dementia: a progressive and complex condition that can...

  • Head of Technical Services

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

    We are currently working with a Local Authority in the South West who are looking to recruit a Head of Housing Technical Service to provide leadership and technical support in regards to the Council's housing stock.Job: Head of Client Housing - Technical ServiceDuration: 6 monthsRate: Rate DOE, candidates to confirm desired rate Inside IR35 Site presence:...

  • Head of Technical Services

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Venn Group Full time

    We are currently working with a Local Authority in the South West who are looking to recruit a Head of Housing Technical Service to provide leadership and technical support in regards to the Council's housing stock.Job: Head of Client Housing - Technical ServiceDuration: 6 monthsRate: Rate DOE, candidates to confirm desired rate Inside IR35 Site presence:...

  • Senior Site Reliability Engineer Remote, Contract

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Head Resourcing Full time

    Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) Head Resourcing is pleased to be working with one of the UK's leading retail banks who are looking for an experienced Cloud SRE to join our engineering team and help drive reliability, scalability, and automation across our cloud-based products and services on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role is all about embedding SRE...

  • Senior Site Reliability Engineer

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Head Resourcing Full time

    Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)Head Resourcing is pleased to be working with one of the UK's leading retail banks who are looking for an experienced Cloud SRE to join our engineering team and help drive reliability, scalability, and automation across our cloud-based products and services on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). This role is all about embedding SRE...

  • Head Of Operations

    6 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Olive Recruit Full time

    Job Scope:We are seeking a Head of Operations to lead our client's health and social care services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and support across care homes and retirement villages. As the Head of Operations, you will oversee the strategic and operational performance, driving excellence and aligning services with the client's mission and...

  • Head of Service

    4 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL Full time

    Transforming our service to put the needs of families and children at its heart. The challenge Diverse, vibrant and growing, Bristol is the largest city in the South West and home to some 82,200 children. Our Children and Families team is determined to make Bristol a city where every child belongs and every child gets the best start in...

  • Systems Integration Engineer

    6 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom TN United Kingdom Full time

    Fabulous opportunity in Bristol for a System Integration Engineer to join a leading global 5G wireless company.The Systems Integration Engineer will deliver innovative functionalities to customers and optimise the next generation of Open-RAN base-station products in LTE and 5G NR Cellular Networks and be responsible for:Systems integration engineer for...

  • Integration workstream lead

    3 weeks ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Peaple Talent Full time

    Peaple Talent have exclusively partnered with a leading legal organisation based in Bristol who are recruiting for an Integration workstream lead on an initial 12 month fixed term contract. You'll be joining a highly experienced programme delivery team where you'll play a crucial role within a large data migration and financial system migration programme of...

  • Head of Development

    1 week ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Frank Water Full time

    Water underpins all forms of life. Access to water is a basic human need and right. Yet 2.2 billion people still lack access to safe drinking water and 2.4 billion live in water-stressed countries. Frank Water's mission is to inspire society to value the world's most precious resource and improve how people understand and use water, ensuring long term access...

  • Head of Client Housing Technical Services

    1 day ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Baltimore Consulting Full time

    Head of Client Housing Technical Services£580 per dayInside IR354 monthsSouthwestHybridInterviews are set to take place ASAPReporting into the Director of Housing, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing housing strategies, overseeing asset management, and ensuring regulatory compliance.About the Head of Client Housing Technical Services...

  • Lead Data Integration Engineer

    2 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom GMA Consulting Full time

    Lead Data Integration Engineer - BristolHybrid working model - 2-3 days per week in the officeThe Company:The company is a leader in its field and is an Insurance business with an excellent reputation both in the UK and abroad.The role: This opportunity is for an experienced Lead Data Integration Engineer to join the Engineering team, to help delivery of the...

  • Procurement & Integration Lead

    5 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom Leidos Full time

    Procurement & Integration LeadProgramme Name: LCSTLocation: Bristol, UKAre you ready for your next career challenge?Role Overview:We are seeking a Procurement & Integration Lead within Leidos Supply Ltd (LSL). As a Procurement & Integration Lead, you will provide end-to-end business system integration across the estate, specifically Sage ERP, ensuring that...

  • Lead Data Integration Engineer

    7 days ago

    Bristol, Bristol, United Kingdom FPSG Connect Full time

    Hybrid (circa 3 days a week in the office)FPSG seek an experienced Lead Integration Engineer, who can bring both 'Team' and 'Technical' leadership to assist the building of a new Single Source Digital Platform. You will drive the data integrations between legacy platforms and the new Salesforce platform, maximising the .Net Azure estate.The Lead Data...