Leadership Pack

Leadership Pack

A guide to leadership and how to find the right opportunity to suit your journey.

Leadership

Leadership offers are available throughout the NHS, both nationally and locally. As an organisation we are passionate about developing the workforce and promoting diverse and long-lasting careers that are both meaningful and enjoyable.

At RCHT and CFT our AHPs and AHP Support workforce have a wealth of skills to offer the wider healthcare service and as employers we are impassioned in ensuring all of us are working across all 4 pillars of practice: Clinical, Leadership, Education and Research. It can be a daunting prospect trying to fulfil all aspects, however there are opportunities and offers for us all at every level to further our learning & development, skills and knowledge.

Its important to note that whilst the courses here provide an excellent grounding into leadership at all levels, these should form only the foundations of your leadership development, and that how you demonstrate your own leadership skills is where your attributes in leadership really come to the fore.

What you said

Following a recent survey sent out to the AHP Workforce, it has become apparent that opportunities for leadership are often not visible. Only 42% of our AHPs knew where to find leadership opportunities and over half of us had never undertaken a leadership course, 74% said they would like to see a map of leadership offers We would therefore like to offer a guide on which leadership courses might be for you, and how to access them.

Useful things

Here you will find information on topics pertinent to leadership development within the NHS including self-assessments and TED talks.

These can be used as both inspiration and a source that you can keep coming back to and also to impart to others.

You might also wish to use our excellent library services to facilitate your leadership knowledge and seek the best evidence based resources to shape your journey.

Leadership Development

As we move forward throughout the lifespan of our careers in the healthcare sector, it is important to gain an understanding of our own leadership aspirations and how we might attain the roles that interest us the most.

There are a wealth of courses available to us all, and whilst the temptation to attend as many courses as possible might be there, it isn’t always the best use of our time and energy. It is, however, entirely possible shape our leadership journey by choosing the right course for the right path.

The NHS Leadership Academy and the South West Leadership Academy have a wide range of courses and Leadership resources to aid your development, some of which will be explored further along in your Leadership Pack

The Healthcare Leadership Model

The Healthcare Leadership Model is designed to help people develop as leaders by discovering and exploring their behaviours. The model is made up of nine dimensions that illustrate the importance of leadership from all perspectives including that of self, colleagues and the wider network which we work within.

• Leading with Care

• Engaging the Team

• Sharing the Vision

• Influencing for Results

• Evaluating Information

• Inspiring Shared Purpose

• Holding to Account

• Connecting our Service

• Developing Capability

This model can be used to inform your leadership principles and guide your learning. the full PDF of the Leadership Model can be found here: https://www.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/wpcontent/uploads/2014/10/NHSLeadership-LeadershipModel-colour.pdf

If you register for the Leadership Academy you can complete the Healthcare Model Self-Assessment here. You will not be able to access this until you have completed your profile.

Systems Leadership

One way of understanding system leadership is that of working beyond organisational boundaries on challenges of mutual concern that cannot be solved by any one person or institution. The system is no longer focused on operating as sole organisations and calls for a collaborative approach across a variety of new boundaries. We recognise the complexity of these challenges upon the system and ask of leaders across the health and care system to embody future focused, inclusive leadership qualities.

Designed for any leader working across systems to support exploration of key strengths and development areas as a starter for development and/or coaching and mentoring conversations as well as wider system leadership development activity.

Systems Leadership

The Systems Leadership Behaviours Self-Assessment

The System Leadership Behaviours Self-Assessment has been designed as a multifunctional development tool to support all leaders working across a system or placebased environment with self-reflection and assessment.

It takes just 35 minutes to complete and will support individuals to identify their strengths, areas for development and personal readiness for system leadership.

Take the self-assessment here

Inspired to be leaders (Ted Talks)

Simon Sinak gives his very simple explanation on what it means to be successful in leadership using his very easy concept of the ‘golden circle’.

‘Inspirational speaker Fields Wicker-Miurin tells stories from far away of how leadership can start at any level and any age.’

Support Worker Leadership Courses

See further pages for more details.

• Edward Jenner (NHS Leadership Academy)

• This is Us (CFT Only)

• Future Leaders

• Future Learn: School for Change Agents

• Safe & Compassionate Leadership Programme

• Leadership modules (Southwest leadership academy)

• ILM Level 3

• Apprenticeships

Registered staff Leadership Courses

See further pages for more details.

• Edward Jenner (NHS Leadership Academy)

• Mary Seacole for 1st time leaders (NHS Leadership Academy)

• This is Us (CFT Only)

• Future Leaders

• Managers Passport (8 modules via ESR)

• Future Learn: School for Change Agents

• Safe & Compassionate Leadership Programme

• Leadership modules (Southwest leadership academy)

• ILM Level 3/5

Team Lead / Manager Leadership Courses

See further pages for more details.

• Edward Jenner (NHS Leadership Academy)

• Mary Seacole Programme for 1st time leaders (NHS Leadership Academy)

• Rosalind Franklin Programme (NHS Leadership Academy)

• This is Us (CFT Only)

• Future Leaders

• Managers Passport (8 modules via ESR)

• Safe & Compassionate Leadership Programme

• Future Learn: School for Change Agents

• Systems & Relational Leadership Modules (Southwest leadership academy)

• Leadership & Management Apprenticeships (Various)

• ILM Level 5

• Kernow Health Leadership (Primary Care)

• NIHR: Future-Focussed Leadership Programme

Internal Offers (RCHT/CFT)

Within the framework of our organisations are a number of internal leadership offers to help form your own leadership road map. This is an important component of how we will develop within our roles as a healthcare workforce.

Some courses will not suit our needs, others will be pivotal in helping to map out exactly where we want to be. Therefore, it is imperative that we have the right information to ensure we are choosing the right course for us.

AHP Future Leaders (RCHT/CFT)

Summary: The Future Leaders course, which has been developed for AHPs across Cornwall aims to continue to develop its participants who wish to explore leadership within the healthcare framework.

The Future Leaders programme is spread over 4 days and includes a diverse range of presentations, talks and tasks that explore how AHPs and our excellent support staff all have a part to play in leadership. The theme that runs through all 4 days is the Project work.

We ask all participants take part in a service improvement / development project which will continue to develop following completion of the course.

Eligibility: All registered and non-registered staff working within the AHP umbrella.

Applications: There are currently 2 cohorts (Spring/summer & Autumn/winter) running per year with approximately 20 participants in each cohort. Participants must attend all 4 days to complete the course. Funding must be agreed with your line manager on application.

Emails will be sent out to all registered and non-registered staff working within the AHP umbrella when dates are released.

You can also enquire by emailing cft.cornwallahpfutureleaders@nhs.net

Cost: Currently £90

This is us (CFT)

Summary: Spread across 3 full days, This Is Us is a leadership programme that explores not just who we are but instead, how we are, as leaders, putting compassionate inclusion at the heart centre of all learning.

The programme is specifically sequenced to provide opportunities to connect leadership theory and models to the everyday working experience, supporting leaders to understand and recognise areas for personal, team and service development and a sustained compassionate and inclusive practice that will permeate team culture.

The programme is evidence based and was co-created by the Trust and South West Leadership Academy. This Is Us has recently undergone a refresh with added value learning to ensure the longevity of our Trust values.

Eligibility: CFT Employees only. Applicants should have line management responsibility or the accountability of leading teams.

Applications: The following link can be followed for more information

Cost: TBC

Safe and Compassionate Leadership Programme

Summary: Our Safe and Compassionate Leadership Programme is a course aimed at supporting both current and future leaders. The programme focusses on Safe and Compassionate Leadership and is complementary to our Managers Passport. The programme is focussed on three areas to support our leaders in developing the civil, safe and respectful workplace we all want to be a part of.

This is an in-person event at our Health and Wellness centre. Delivered with a mix of taught sessions, group exercises and individual reflection. The programme supports you to develop within a safe and compassionate environment

Eligibility: Open to all current and future leaders

Duration: 3 days (all 3 days must be attended)

Cost: Free

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are vital because they allow an individual to upskill as well as maintain their job role and salary whilst they enhance their career and development.

There are a variety of apprenticeships on offer, from Physiotherapist or Speech and Language Therapist to Team Leader or Operational Manager.

Why become an apprentice?

During an apprenticeship you will:

Historically, opportunities (especially for our nonqualified staff) to advance their careers have been extremely limited by the availability of courses which suit both financial and personal circumstance. With the introduction of apprenticeships, we are now striving towards a far more inclusive workforce.

• Learn job specific skills, on the job and in classroom training.

• Get a wage and holiday pay.

• Get paid study time related to your role (equivalent to 1 day a week) Finish with industry recognised qualifications

For further information on early apprenticeships, eligibility and funding, please contact your department manager or professional lead.

*Please see the bottom of page 22 for information on apprenticeship levys.

Leadership and Management Apprenticeships Leadership Academy

The NHS Leadership Academy are striving to develop and support inclusive and compassionate leadership within health care.

Below is a list (Please click on the title for a link) of opportunities for apprenticeships in Leadership:

Team Leader (Level3) with Edward Jenner

Summary: Online level 3 apprenticeship with Edward Jenner Programme helping you to build your knowledge on management responsibilities

Eligibility: For supervisors, team leaders, project officers, programme officers or similar roles. 5 GCSE including English and Maths are required to gain entry

Duration: 16 months

Applications: Please follow this link

Cost: £4,500, which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy.

Operations/Departmental Manager (Level 5) with Mary Seacole

Summary: This is a professional development programme aimed at building and enhancing your capabilities as a leader and manager. Those completing the apprenticeship will be able to translate their personal success into consistent team success and to champion compassionate patient care.

Eligibility: For early career leaders aspiring to develop their management skills. You must have three A-Levels or equivalent (and GCSE English and mathematics) OR significant work experience

Duration: 15 months

Applications: Please follow this link

Cost: £7,000 which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy

Health & Social care (Level 6)

Apprenticeship with Mary Seacole

Summary: A degree qualification with Mary Seacole programme for health and care professionals involved in driving improvements in care quality and managing key delivery changes.

Eligibility: For early career leaders and health and care professionals whose roles involve driving improvements in care quality and managing key delivery challenges. You will have At least 2 years of management experience. A first degree (not in a management discipline) or a level 5 equivalent.

Duration: 28-48 months

Applications: Follow this link

Cost: £22,000 which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy

Senior Leadership (Level 7)

Apprenticeship with Rosalind Franklin

Summary: Senior Leaders are a key component of all types of business model where there is a workforce to lead, manage and support. Those completing the apprenticeship will influence at a higher organisational level, set the culture and tone across their area of responsibility and acts as an ambassador for their organisation. Eligibility: For senior clinical or non-clinical leaders from the middle of health and care systems, aspiring to lead large and complex programmes, departments, services, or systems of care.

Duration: 1.5-2 years

Applications: Follow this link

Cost: £14,000 which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy (£700 for non-levy payers).

Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship (Level 4)

Summary: The Associate Project Manager Apprenticeship offers early career leaders project management training that facilitates the smooth running of projects.

Eligibility: 5 GCSE including English and Maths are required to gain entry

Duration: 19 Months

Applications: Follow this link

Cost: £6,000 which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy

Senior Leader Apprenticeship

(Level 7) with Elizabeth Garrett Anderson programme and Masters (MSc) in Healthcare Leadership

Summary: Those completing this apprenticeship will learn to provide clear, inclusive and strategic leadership and direction relating to their area of responsibility within an organisation.

Since 2013, over 2,300 leaders have participated in the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Programme. The newly developed Senior Leader Apprenticeship with Elizabeth Garrett Anderson provides an alternative pathway, building on the success of the existing programme and incorporating the knowledge, skills and behaviours required for a Senior Leadership Apprenticeship award.

It takes 24-30 months to complete

Eligibility: The course is aimed at aspiring leaders looking to take on a more senior leadership role and make a wider impact within a service.

You must have either a 2:2 honours degree or above plus 3 years management experience, a degree or equivalent professional qualification, plus 5 years management experience or no degree but 5 years management experience (with strong & consistent career progression and achievement).

Applications: Find out more here.

Cost: The Apprenticeship Levy funding available from employers will fully fund the delivery of the Senior Level 7 Leader Apprenticeship & Post graduate Diploma (£14,000 per person).

External Apprenticeships

Chartered Manager Degree (Level 6) (IFATE)

Summary: For managers, senior managers, Heads of Department, operations managers, or anyone with significant management responsibilities.

Eligibility: Typically, A Levels or existing level 3 qualifications and Maths and English, and ICT level 2. Other experience may be considered as an alternative

Duration: 48 Months

Applications: Follow this link

Cost: £22,000 which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy.

Senior Leader (Level 7) (IFATE)

Summary: For associate directors, chief executive officers, divisional heads. Eligibility: Level 2 English and Maths are required to gain entry.

Duration: 27 Months

Applications: Follow this link

Cost: £14,000 which may be covered by the apprenticeship levy

Chartered Manager Degree (Level 6) (UCQ)

Summary: For current, new or aspiring strategic managers

Eligibility: Level 2 English and Maths

Duration: 4 years total including assessment

Applications: Follow this link

Cost: Please enquire using the link provided.

Apprenticeship levys

Apprenticeship Levy | Apprenticeships | BPP The Levy can only be used to pay apprenticeship training costs to the training provider and is all done virtually through our apprenticeship digital account. Levy funds must be used within 2 years at which time it will expire and is returned to the Government to support SME apprenticeships. We can also transfer up to 50% of our annual levy payment to other employers which RCHT do for Care and other NHS organisations including CFT

National Leadership Offers (NHS)

Whilst there are many leadership offers with our organisations to consider, the wider service and private sector both offer very strong leadership offers and accredited courses that are recognised nationally.

You might wish to explore the NHS Leadership academy courses to build your portfolio, or you may want to explore learning opportunities that are delivered externally whether that be University masters modules, online courses or webinars or Leadership training provided by private corporations.

On the following pages we have outlined some of the opportunities available and have provided links and summaries on how to access these resources and why they might be suitable for you.

NHS Leadership Academy

The NHS Leadership Academy is a great place to begin to explore your leadership journey.

The Healthcare Leadership model with its 9 dimensions, offers a clear understanding of the breadth of principles pertaining to the standards of leadership within the NHS today.

The NHS Leadership Academy is a national leadership space offering a vast range of tools and courses which both enable you to view opportunities from the beginning of your journey and facilitate further learning into a more advanced leadership pathway.

The purpose of the NHS Leadership Academy is to deliver excellent leadership across the NHS and to have a direct impact on patient care.

They offer a range of programmes and resources to support staff, organisation and local partners to develop leaders, celebrating and sharing where outstanding leadership makes a real difference. Within any organisation, not just the NHS, the first level leadership role is probably one of the most important.

There is often engagement with the widest number of people, either colleagues or patients, so the ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people is essential. Regardless of role or organisational position, staff can carry influence beyond their immediate team and impact on the delivery of services.

Edward Jenner Programme

Summary: The Edward Jenner programme is your first port of call if you’re looking to build a strong foundation of leadership skills that can help enhance your confidence and competence in your role. The programme has been designed to offer flexibility as a suite of online short courses.

A self-guided suite of short courses. Online with interactive discussions

Eligibility: All registered and non-registered health and social care staff.

Duration: 28 weeks total

Applications: To enrol on the course, simply follow this link.

Cost: Free

Mary

Seacole Programme

Summary: The Mary Seacole programme is designed for first time leaders wishing to strengthen their leadership skills. It is grounded in reality and results in real workplace application. It provides balance between learning the theory and putting it into practice. It empowers people in their first formal leadership position to turn their success into consistent team success and to champion compassionate patient care. It consists of 12 modules covering leadership fundamentals, leading for improvement and management skills. 100 hours of online learning plus three behavioural workshops.

Eligibility: First time leaders in healthcare. It’s for you if you are in a ‘formal’ position of leadership with responsibilities for people and services, and able to relate what you learn to your workplace.

Duration: 12 units, each taking between 5-10 hours per week followed by assessments (workshop (x3) attendance plus a 2000 word assignment

Applications: Applications are currently on hold as the programme is currently under review. You can, however, register your interest via this link

Cost: £995

Rosalind Franklin Programme

Summary: The Rosalind Franklin programme will support you to become outstanding innovators, leaders, and team members working across the health and care system, to help improve services for people and communities that access them. The programme is 9 months long with eight workshop days and you’ll be expected to commit approximately four to five hours a week to study.

The Rosalind Franklin programme will support you to become outstanding innovators, leaders, and team members working across the health and care system, to help improve services for people and communities that access them.

Eligibility: The programme is for clinicians or managers leading from the middle of health and care systems, aspiring to lead large and complex programmes, departments, services or systems of care.

Duration: 9 months

Applications: Applications are currently on hold as the programme is currently under review. You can, however, register your interest via this link Cost: £1,200

The NHS Leadership Academy are currently in the process of reviewing their courses, hence why some of the previously listed courses have not been included in this section.

To find more information about these, please visit the NHS Leadership Academy website

Southwest Leadership Academy Modules

The South West Leadership academy hosts a vast range of leadership modules including Leadership Development, systems Leadership, Inclusion and many more.

There are modules appropriate for where you are in your leadership journey. If you are looking to upskill and broaden your knowledge in Healthcare Leadership, please follow this link to access the courses.

The site also has a wide range of resources pertaining to both Leadership, Systems Leadership and Coaching. This link can be followed to access these.

National Leadership Offers (Non NHS)

ILM Level 3

Summary: Level 3 (Certificate in Leadership & Management)

Eligibility: This qualification is ideal if you have leadership responsibilities but no formal training and are serious about developing your abilities.

Applications: Register interest with your line manager.

Cost: POA

ILM Level 5

Summary: Level 5 (Certificate in Effective Coaching & Mentoring)

Eligibility: This qualification is designed for team leaders, managers, department heads, and other practising middle managers. It is designed to develop your skills and experience, improve your performance and prepare for senior management responsibilities.

Applications: Register interest with your line manager.

Cost: POA

Kernow Health Leadership

(Primary care)

Management Skills: Conducting Management

Conversations with Confidence

Summary: This course is designed for people in a Team Lead or Management role

Eligibility: This programme is aimed at Leaders, managers, Practice managers and Operational managers working with multiple teams.

Applications: For more information on this course and how to enrol, please follow this link.

Cost: The course is funded for those working in primary care

Leadership Skills for Team Leads and Managers

Summary: This course is designed for people in a Team Lead or Management role who want to learn how to better support themselves and their teams. It is recognised that Practice Management is a demanding and varied role, and that at times, it can be overwhelming, and so this course is designed to provide you with skills which will make you, and your teams, more effective.

Eligibility: Team Leader or Managerial role

Applications: For more information on this course and how to enrol, please follow this link.

Cost: The course is funded for those working in primary care

The Kings Fund

The Kings Fund have some excellent leadership course that you’re looking to build your clinical leadership skills, develop your personal and team leadership, explore system leadership, or deepen your organisational development

https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/courses

Future Learn

School for Change Agents (NHS Horizons)

https://www.futurelearn.com/search?q=leadership%20healthcare

Skills for Care

• https://www.skillsforcare.org.uk/Support-for-leaders-andmanagers/Support-for-leaders-and-managers.aspx

Skills for Health

• https://www.skillsforhealth.org.uk/

Skills Platform

• https://www.skillsplatform.org/health-care-leadership-courses/

University Courses

Exeter University – MSC Healthcare Leadership & Management

• https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/courses/medicin e/healthcare-leadership-management-msc/

University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN)Leadership for Allied Health Professions

• https://www.uclan.ac.uk/cpd/courses/leadership-for-alliedhealth-professions

Leadership in Healthcare Articles

1. Developing allied health leaders to enhance personcentred healthcare

From abstract: They reported enhanced skills in leading self and others through mechanisms such as critical reflection and facilitation, and greater confidence managing change and with engaging staff, colleagues and patients in decision making, affecting the quality and safety of healthcare.

https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/JHOM-01-2018-0015/full/html

2. Leadership in Healthcare Education

From abstract: To meet the needs of healthcare in the twenty-first century, competent leaders will be increasingly important across all health professions, including allied health, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, and medicine. Consequently, incorporation of leadership training and development should be part of all health professional curricula.

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33272264/

3. Identifying and understanding the factors that influence the functioning of integrated healthcare systems in the NHS: a systematic literature review

From abstract: Leadership was deemed to be the most influential factor due to its intrinsic and instrumental role in influencing the other key factors.

https://bmjopen.bmj.com/content/12/4/e049296