Emergency Planning & Business Resilience Manager

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for an experienced Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) Manager to lead the development and assurance of EPRR and Business Continuity programmes across the Barnsley & Rotherham Partnership.

The post holder will provide expert guidance to Executive Directors, care groups and external partners, ensuring compliance with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, NHS EPRR Framework and national standards and represent the Trusts in

Qualifications

• Significant experience in Emergency Preparedness, Resilience & Response or Business Continuity.
• Ability to lead complex programmes and multi-agency collaboration.
• Strong leadership, strategic planning and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Trust's EPRR and Business Continuity programmes.
• Provide specialist advice to senior leaders, managers and clinical teams.
• Ensure compliance with Civil Contingencies Act, NHS EPRR Framework and national standards.
• Develop, maintain and test emergency response, business continuity and incident management plans; lead multi-agency planning.
• Support incident management and ensure lessons learned are implemented.
• Engage stakeholders at all levels, including Board and system partners; horizon scan for emerging risks.

Skills

EPRR management

Business continuity

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly motivated Emergency Preparedness, Resilience & Response (EPRR) Manager to join the Barnsley & Rotherham Partnership.

This senior role will lead the development, implementation and assurance of the Trust's Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) and Business Continuity programmes, ensuring compliance with the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, Health and Care Act 2022 and NHS England EPRR Core Standards across both Trusts.

Working closely with Executive Directors, Care Groups, Corporate Services and external partners, you will provide expert leadership and specialist advice to ensure the organisation is prepared to respond effectively to major incidents, disruptive events and emerging risks. The post holder will represent both Trusts across local, regional and national EPRR forums and play a key role in strengthening resilience across the wider health and care system.

Main duties of the job

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the Trust's EPRR and Business Continuity programmes.


• Provide specialist advice to senior leaders, managers and clinical teams.


• Ensure compliance with national legislation, regulations and NHS EPRR standards.


• Develop, maintain and test emergency response, business continuity and incident management plans. Lead multi-agency planning and partnership working across health, local authority and emergency services organisations.


• Support the management of incidents and emergency responses, ensuring lessons learned are implemented.


• Influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including Board, executive and system partners. Horizon scan for emerging risks and ensure preparedness plans are developed accordingly.


• Significant experience in Emergency Preparedness, Resilience & Response, Business Continuity or a related field.


• Excellent knowledge of the Civil Contingencies Act, NHS EPRR Framework and emergency planning principles.


• Experience of developing and delivering emergency plans, exercises and training programmes. Strong leadership, influencing and stakeholder management skills.


• Experience of working collaboratively across organisational and professional boundaries.


• The ability to analyse complex situations, make informed decisions and provide clear specialist advice.

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey ,show progress in areas that matter most to staff. We have seen good results in how colleagues feel about health and wellbeing, alongside increased confidence that employees are recognised and supported

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.