Job overview

**This position is open to staff working at the Trust in the ‘ECT Family’ this includes current East Cheshire NHS Trust employees, both NHSP and ECT bank staff, ISS staff and volunteers at the Trust. Unfortunately, we cannot accept applications from applicants not listed within these groups.**

East Cheshire NHS Trust is implementing Martha’s Rule as part of the national NHS England programme to strengthen the identification, escalation, and response to clinical deterioration, while empowering patients, families and carers to raise concerns.

The Martha’s Rule Project Lead will provide senior leadership and programme management to deliver Trust‑wide implementation of all three national components of Martha’s Rule. The postholder will lead a programme of substantial organisational change, working across adult, paediatric, maternity and neonatal pathways, and ensuring the initiative becomes a fundamental and sustainable feature of the Trust’s safety culture.

This role requires expert knowledge of deterioration management, quality improvement methodology, and patient/family‑centred care. The postholder will act as the professional lead for the programme, building relationships with clinical teams, executives, families, and NHS England.

Hours per week: 18.00

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Main duties of the job

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

• Lead the strategic planning, delivery and evaluation of Martha’s Rule across East Cheshire NHS Trust.
• Provide senior programme leadership across all Directorates, ensuring alignment with Trust priorities and the national Martha’s Rule implementation plan.
• Oversee all governance arrangements supporting project implementation, including project plans, risk registers, milestone tracking, and regular assurance reports.
• Present progress, risks and recommendations to the Patient Safety Committee, Quality Governance Group, and Trust Board.
  
  Leadership and Management
• Support ‘Martha’s Rule’ Steering Group members and clinical teams to develop their improvement and expertise and skills.
• Supervision/coaching of clinical colleagues, and delegation of actions to deliver the project and support the professional development of team members.
• Maintain focus and delivery on the longer-term goals of the project while dealing with challenges that may arise.
• To demonstrate a visible commitment to improving services for patients and staff. 

Working for our organisation

We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.