Project Support Officer

at  Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Support Officer to join the Forensic Directorate at Oxford Health.
The successful candidate plays a critical role in supporting the Business & Service Development Manager in leading the development of and co-ordinating the directorate strategy and work plan. Key activities include involvement in the annual planning process and associated projects and workstreams within the Forensic Directorate.
The role requires someone with strong project management skills and an ability to effectively manage workloads, prioritising multiple projects and tasks appropriately to meet the needs of the Directorate.
You will be an effective communicator with excellent interpersonal skills in order to establish good working relationships. A high level of analytical skills and attention to detail are key for this position.

THE POST HOLDER WILL BE REQUIRED TO:

Support the team to ensure the portfolio of tasks and projects is planned, managed and delivered effectively.
Play an integral part in coordinating and gathering updates on service change and strategic/business activities, producing reports and presentations, gathering, analysing and interpreting informatio n to support the Directorate
Work closely with the Business & Service Development Manager with the annual planning process and other performance reports.
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the “candidate guide to making an application” which is attached to all roles.
Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD.
As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team”

At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression
• Individual and Trust wide learning and development
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS Discount
• Pension scheme
• Lease car scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply)
• Staff networking and support groups

Please see the attached job description and person specification for further information about this post

Please refer the Job description for details