Associate Director of Improvement and Transformation

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as the Associate Director of Improvement and Transformation.

You will lead the improvement and transformation function within the Trust, shaping the organisation's Improvement Plan, overseeing change management teams and driving continuous quality improvement initiatives. The post holder will also be accountable for establishing robust governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with national quality standards, and fostering strong clinical leadership engagement.

Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, this role requires an individual who can provide visionary leadership, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The Associate Director will collaborate closely with operational colleagues, clinical staff and other key stakeholders to drive large-scale improvement initiatives and transformative changes aimed at delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

The successful candidate will have a proven track record in strategically leading and delivering improvements in quality and safety within a healthcare setting. They will possess strong communication, leadership and problem-solving skills, along with a deep understanding of change management approaches and quality improvement methodologies. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care and organisational performance within University Hospitals of Morecambe Bay NHS Foundation Trust., Areas of focus for the Associate Director of Improvement and Transformation will be:

• Leading the development and delivery of the Trust's Improvement Plan.


• Providing leadership and management to the Transformation and Improvement Team, overseeing recruitment, performance monitoring and development.


• Establishing robust systems for large-scale Transformation Programmes, including risk management and benefits realisation.


• Monitoring and manage the performance of all improvement programmes, addressing underperformance issues promptly.


• Develop an approach to measurement for improvement systems, collaborating with the Business Intelligence and Data Science teams.


• Promote genuine engagement and involvement of staff, service users and stakeholders in quality improvement and transformation initiatives.


• Collaborate with Trust Executives and Directors to design and implement improvement strategies and policies.
  
  We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre.


FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services.

WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses.

All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies,daycase and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay.