Allied Health Professional (AHP) Ambassador (Primary Care)

Are you an experienced Allied Health Professional (AHP) working in primary care and looking for a new challenge?

An exciting opportunity has become available within the Primary Care Training Hub to champion the AHP workforce across mid and south Essex. This is a part time role (up to 0.2 WTE – flexible) and is a fixed term position for 12 months initially. We are very happy to consider applicants on a secondment basis and will also consider flexible working, condensed hours, and term time arrangements. This role will require movement around mid and south Essex geography and as such the base will be flexible.

An exciting opportunity to support the development of the ARRS workforce, the AHP Ambassador will act as a leader and mentor, developing peer support networks and empowering the workforce. Identifying development opportunities and supporting ARRS roles to recognise and understand their career options.
The successful applicant will be a qualified AHP professional with a minimum of 5 years’ post qualification experience with a keen interest in developing the ARRS roles within primary care. You’ll have a good knowledge and understanding of the current ARRS agenda, including the importance of these roles within the long-term strategy If you’re looking for an exciting opportunity and are passionate about making a difference, we would like to hear from you.

We will provide:

• A unique opportunity to support the Allied Health Professional workforce in mid and south Essex
• 7.5 hours per week (we are flexible), fixed term for 1 year initially
• Band 8a equivalent salary

Qualifications, skills and experience required:

• Professional registration with relevant professional body – HCPC
• Qualified AHP professional with a minimum of 5 years’ post-qualification experience

Further details of the requirements can be found in the job description and person specification here: AHP Ambassador JD_

If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact Kathryn Perry via kathryn.perry3@nullnhs.net

To apply for the position, please email mseicb-me.essexhr-recruitment@nullnhs.net with an up-to-date CV and a 500-word supporting statement.

Closing Date – 20th January 2025

Administration and Non-Clinical Ambassador (Primary Care)

Are you an experienced manager working in primary care and looking for a new challenge? An exciting opportunity has become available, within the Primary Care Training Hub, to champion the education and development needs of the admin and non-clinical primary care workforce and support the delivery of focused initiatives across mid and south Essex. This is a part time role (up to 0.2 WTE – flexible) and is a fixed term position for 12 months initially. We are very happy to consider applicants on a secondment basis and will also consider flexible working, condensed hours, and term time arrangements. This role will require movement around mid and south Essex geography and as such the base will be flexible.

With the non-clinical workforce making up approximately 45% of the workforce in Primary Care, it is essential that this staff group is fully developed and supported. Working closely with practices across the system, scoping training needs and commissioning admin and non-clinical training and development initiatives, the post will play a crucial role in supporting the development of the long-term strategy. Representing the interests of the admin and non-clinical primary care workforce and acting as a first point of contact for practices and PCNs in relation to workforce initiatives for this staff group, the Admin and Non-Clinical Ambassador will aim to improve engagement and develop networks.

The successful candidate will be a highly self-motivated individual with an ability to influence, engage and challenge with integrity and credibility. A good understanding of general practice is essential including awareness of the challenges facing the admin and non-clinical workforce to inform decision making. If you are a strategic thinker with a proven track record in leadership and a commitment to making a difference, we would like to hear from you.

We will provide:

• A unique opportunity to support the admin and non-clinical workforce in mid and south Essex.
• 7.5 hours per week (we are flexible), fixed term for 1 year initially.
• Band 8a equivalent salary.

Qualifications, skills and experience required:

• Relevant Masters’ degree or extensive knowledge, skills and experience to equivalent level.

• Experience of leading, managing and delivering significant change projects involving stakeholders.

Further details of the requirements can be found in the job description and person specification here: Non Clinical Ambassador ICB Band 8a

If you would like an informal discussion about the role please contact Kathryn Perry via kathryn.perry3@nullnhs.net

To apply for the position, please email mseicb-me.essexhr-recruitment@nullnhs.net with an up-to-date CV and a 500-word supporting statement.

Closing Date – 23rd January 2025