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Job summary

Main area
Informatics
Grade
NHS AfC: Band 9
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
193-6864677CTOCOR
Employer
Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Royal Berkshire Hospital
Town
Reading
Salary
£105,385 - £121,271 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
12/01/2025 23:59

Employer heading

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust logo

Chief Technology Officer

NHS AfC: Band 9

Royal Berkshire Hospital are pleased to announce that following our CQC inspection we have been rated ‘Good’ with inspectors reporting that we have made significant improvements.  The Trust’s overall rating has also improved to ‘good’.  This is a great opportunity to join our clinical or non-clinical teams to create a positive and motivating environment within our trust.  Come and join our team in this exciting time of change as we pride ourselves, our staff and our services on excellence.

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust we put our patients at the heart of every element of health and care that we provide. The Trust works together as a community to deliver its vision which is “Working together to provide outstanding care for our community.”

We are Compassionate in our thoughts, words and actions

We are Aspirational and have a true desire to be dynamic and to innovate

We are Resourceful and responsible in the way we work and live

We are Excellent in our development, fairness and sharing best practice

Amazing things happen at the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust; delivered by amazing people so why don’t you come and join us.  We offer a range of learning and development for all employees may you be clinical or non-clinical.  

 

Diversity is what makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Job overview

We are seeking an exceptional Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join our team and support our vision of working together to provide outstanding care for our community. The way we develop and deliver care is evolving rapidly, and the CTO will play a vital role in driving the pace and scale of this digital transformation. By accelerating the adoption of innovative technologies and empowering the extraordinary talent within our organisation, the CTO will help shape a future where digital systems optimize patient care and operational efficiency. We are looking for a leader who shares our ambition and passion for making a meaningful difference.

Main duties of the job

As CTO, you will take the lead in shaping and delivering the Digital, Data, and Technology (DDaT) target operating model, ensuring continuous improvement across all areas. You will be instrumental in maintaining the daily effectiveness of digital services, influencing the organisation’s digital strategy, embedding efficiencies, and challenging established ways of working. This role is central to delivering the Trust’s ambitious Digital Programme, ensuring alignment with our vision and objectives while driving innovation and excellence.

Working for our organisation

Diversity is what makes us interesting… Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Our ideal CTO will embody the values of Compassion, Resourcefulness, Aspiration, and Excellence as they lead this critical transformation. With a strong technical background, the successful candidate will demonstrate a proven track record of achievement and delivery in large, complex organisations, ideally within the NHS or healthcare sector. Exceptional leadership and strategic thinking will be essential to inspire teams and create impactful change.

At the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, we are dedicated to promoting diversity and addressing inequalities within our workforce and the broader community. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Masters degree in a relevant discipline with significant experience in a senior managerial and leadership role, including IM&T services development, informatic provision in a health environment, and leadership of diverse teams delivering enterprise-wide functions
Desirable criteria
  • Managing Successful Programmes or similar programme management qualification

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Interpreting national and local strategy to inform development of solutions for NHS requirements.
  • Successful track record of senior roles for successful implementation of major NHS healthcare projects.
  • Managing highly complex competing priorities and delivering on time with restricted resources
  • Co-operative working with suppliers to develop innovative solutions
  • Managing & evaluating clinical, business solutions, to ensure delivery of required benefits.
Desirable criteria
  • Deputy CDIO in healthcare
  • System working across an ICS at senior level

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Comprehensive understanding of NHS strategic objectives and drivers.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the NHS structure, organisations & management.
  • In depth knowledge of healthcare workflows & underlying business requirements across all components of an acute NHS Trust and wider health sectors.
  • Knowledge of budget planning, tracking and forecasting of multimillion pound projects.
  • Significant skills in supplier management and contract negotiations.
Desirable criteria
  • Knowledge of Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire West (BOB) Integrated Care System or similar

Other

Essential criteria
  • Demonstrates the Trust values
  • Highly advanced interpersonal skills, with the ability to identify & overcome resistance to change.
  • Highly developed negotiation & conflict management skills.
  • Highly collaborative with strong & inspirational senior leadership capability.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyArmed Forces Covenant (Silver Award)Care quality commission - GoodMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Stonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.National Preceptorship for Nursing Quality Mark 2024

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Emily Feja
Job title
Chief Digital Information Officer
Email address
[email protected]
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