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Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities. Ability to analyse, interpret and present performance data., Essential * Educated to GCSE Standard * Evidence of continuing professional development. Experience Essential * Experience of operational management within healthcare, primary care, NHS or a comparable environment. * Experience of workforce planning, coordination or resource management. * Experience of leading projects and service improvement initiatives. * Experience of working with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities. * Experience of analysing and interpreting performance data. Skills and knowledge Essential * Excellent organisational and planning skills. * Strong project and programme management abilities. * Ability to build effective relationships across organisations. * Strong communication and influencing skills. * Ability to interpret data and produce meaningful reports. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Good understanding of workforce challenges within primary care. Desirable * Knowledge of Primary Care Networks and PCN DES requirements. * Understanding of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). * Experience of workforce transformation programmes. * Experience of working with GP practices or Integrated Care Systems., * Proactive and self-motivated. * Collaborative and relationship focused. * Adaptable and resilient. * Solution-oriented with a focus on delivery. * Committed to improving patient services and supporting primary care teams. * Full clean driving licence, ability to travel across sites Person Specification Qualifications Essential * Educated to GCSE Standard * Evidence of continuing professional development. Experience Essential * Experience of operational management within healthcare, primary care, NHS or a comparable environment. * Experience of workforce planning, coordination or resource management. * Experience of leading projects and service improvement initiatives. * Experience of working with multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities. * Experience of analysing and interpreting performance data. Skills and knowledge Essential * Excellent organisational and planning skills. * Strong project and programme management abilities. * Ability to build effective relationships across organisations. * Strong communication and influencing skills. * Ability to interpret data and produce meaningful reports. * Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills. * Good understanding of workforce challenges within primary care. Desirable * Knowledge of Primary Care Networks and PCN DES requirements. * Understanding of the Additional Roles Reimbursement Scheme (ARRS). * Experience of workforce transformation programmes. * Experience of working with GP practices or Integrated Care Systems., * Proactive and self-motivated. * Collaborative and relationship focused. * Adaptable and resilient. * Solution-oriented with a focus on delivery. * Committed to improving patient services and supporting primary care teams. * Full clean driving licence, ability to travel across sites ## Description Phoenix Health PCN is seeking an experienced and motivated PCN Operations & Workforce Lead to play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of high-quality primary care services across our network. Working closely with the Clinical Director, PCN Manager and Practice Managers, you will provide operational leadership, workforce coordination and project support to ensure our services are delivered effectively and efficiently. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in healthcare operations, workforce planning, or project management who is passionate about improving patient care. You will lead on workforce planning, support the development and deployment of our multidisciplinary workforce, oversee service improvement projects, and provide meaningful performance analysis to support informed decision-making across the network., Operations & Service Delivery Coordinate the day today operational delivery of PCN services and programmes. Support the implementation of PCN priorities and strategic objectives. Develop and improve systems and processes to enhance efficiency across the network. Monitor progress against agreed workplans and objectives. Identify operational risks and support timely resolution. Lead and support quality improvement and service development initiatives. Workforce Planning & Development Lead workforce planning activity across the PCN. Coordinate the effective deployment and utilisation of ARRS-funded roles. Monitor workforce capacity, productivity and utilisation. Support recruitment, onboarding and retention initiatives. Work closely with practices to identify workforce gaps and opportunities for improvement. Produce workforce reports and recommendations to support strategic decision-making. Support workforce development and training programmes. Performance & Reporting Monitor delivery against contractual requirements and PCN priorities. Analyse workforce and service performance data to identify trends and opportunities. Support the development of performance dashboards and reporting frameworks. Prepare reports and provide assurance to the Clinical Director and PCN Board. Project & Change Management Coordinate the implementation of new services, projects and initiatives. Support transformation and service redesign programmes. Monitor project milestones, risks and outcomes. Facilitate collaborative working across practices and stakeholders. Champion a culture of continuous improvement., This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of primary care services across our network. You'll play a key role in developing services, supporting our workforce and making a real difference to both patients and practices across Buckinghamshire.