Assistant Director of Finance - Chesterfield, United Kingdom - Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
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Chesterfield, United Kingdom

3 days ago

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We are looking for a new Assistant Director of Finance - Productivity and Efficiency (1 year fixed term contract) to join our ambitious team and support the delivery of safe, high quality, sustainable and effective services.

Our mission is to bring our people, communities and partners together
- providing patient care we can all be proud of and your energy and drive for improvement will be critical to our success.

We have a strong reputation locally and regionally for building effective partnerships and delivering excellent patient care.

We are seeking an Assistant director of Finance who will play a proactive role, working with our Transformation team and a range of senior leaders across the organisation to drive sustainable improvements as we look to recover our elective backlog, improve patient care and address the significant productivity challenge that we are currently facing as an NHS.


We are looking for an inclusive leader who will engage colleagues in the delivery of our vision and empower them to take part in the leadership and wider development of our Trust.

You will bring a strong track record of leadership at a senior level.


The primary purpose of this role is to lead on the delivery of the Trust's productivity and financial savings challenge, which is significant in nature.


The postholder will play a key role in the communication of the financial agenda working closely with the Associate Director of Transformation and Divisional Leadership Teams.


The postholder will be a key member of the senior finance team, supporting the Trust to deliver its objectives to achieve financial sustainability, and will work with the Director of Finance to provide leadership across the Operational Finance Team.

You will contribute towards the Trust's improvement plan and Trust-wide change projects


Working closely with the Director of Finance and other members of the senior team, you will act on their behalf in a wide range of settings with a particular focus on supporting improvements in productivity / cost efficiency.


With a collaborative style, you will have the ability to quickly engage credibly with a wide range of stakeholders both internally and externally.

This is an excellent opportunity to play an active part in contributing to the continual improvement in the delivery of outstanding care.

With over 4,500 colleagues we provide a range of acute and community services to 400,000 people.

Our vision is exceptional care provided by exceptional people; we are a values-led organisation and have embedded our Proud to Care Values at the heart of everything we do, ensuring we provide patients with the best possible care and making our Trust a great place for our people to work.


With an ambition to provide consistently exceptional care for our patients and to achieve an "Outstanding" rating with the CQC, we developed the Royal Academy of Improvement, where anyone can find the help and support they need to drive improvements.

Our mission is to bring our people, communities and partners together
- providing patient care we can all be proud of. You will role model our Proud to CARE values and will have a significant role to play in continuing to embed our "Leading the Chesterfield Way" ethos.

We recognise that new colleagues will bring a range of new experiences and ideas. We actively encourage applicants from under-represented groups within our workforce and wider community. Above all else, we are looking for a visible leader who shares our values and ambition. In return, we will offer support and opportunities for development from peer and professional networks.

We know people have a life and responsibilities outside of work and offer flexibility and a wide range of support to care for your physical and mental health and well-being.


  • As part of the Senior Finance team, contribute to the effective leadership and strategic development of the department to ensure the provision of a highquality service.
  • The postholder will be an expert in the completion, communication and submissions of all major Business Cases linked to material projects required to help the Trust deliver its long term clinical strategy.
  • Work with the business intelligence team and Divisional leadership to support and drive productivity improvement and convey the linkages with workforce growth, service change and quality improvements.
  • Identify opportunities for cost savings and work with the right people in the organisation to explore them, ensuring change is implemented where it is right / safe to do so.
  • Support the development of a financially sustainable culture primarily within the clinical Divisions but in every area of the Trust working with key stakeholders and highlighting any skills gaps.
  • The post holder will lead development of the value for money and comprehensive investment appraisal models that are required for all external business cases.
  • Liaise with other key stakeholders including procurement, fi
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