Project Support Officer

This is an exciting opportunity for individuals wanting to experience working within the transformation team to further develop quality improvement skills, project management and people skills in the delivery of corporate programmes of work and local change projects.

The team works at the heart of hospital operations, working directly with clinical staff to improve quality, safety, and flow of patient care.  It is made up of several improvement professionals (clinical and non-clinical) who adapt a range of improvement methodologies to deliver specific projects and build a sustainable culture of continuous improvement.  The post holder will work alongside other team members and will be required to support a variety of projects to improve the quality and efficiency of patient care.

The role is based at Southampton General Hospital Mon- Fri and is a blend of home working and onsite dependant on the needs of the project.

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What we can offer you

 As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care. 

All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.

Southampton is an attractive place to live, and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.