Job description
The West of England Academic Health Science Network has received a new five-year funding license from NHS England and we are building a programme team to support clinical colleagues and external innovators to identify opportunities for the discovery, development and deployment of exciting new health and care solutions, that will support our drive to improve population health through reduced inequalities, across our geography.
We have a 12-month fixed term contract opportunity for a Project Support Officer, who will support our programme teams to plan and implement the introduction of new innovations and innovative ways of working into health and care organisations across our region.
As an employer we pride ourselves on a positive reputation for supporting the personal development of our people, which remains a critical element of our ongoing success.
This is a truly exciting time to be working at the West of England AHSN, so if you enjoy collaborative working in a dynamic and vibrant team leading the acceleration of innovative working across health and care services, then this role maybe for you!
The role holder will work closely with members of our programme teams, to drive and support the delivery of commissioned work from NHS England and Office of Life Sciences, as well as locally commissioned initiatives.
At the RUH we’re proud to put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone’s contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on.
We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks – celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger.
A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential.
We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We’ve even got a pool!
We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more aboutliving and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about ourextensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we’re providing healthcare fit for the future withthe landmark Dyson Cancer Centreand ourpassion for research.
Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role.