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Work history
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Skills
Languages
Certification
Affiliations
Volunteering
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Michelle Barber

Bexleyheath,Kent

Summary

Dynamic professional with expertise in programme development, leadership, and communication skills. Demonstrates a calm demeanour under pressure and excels in problem-solving. Committed to leveraging these skills to drive organisational success and innovation.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
3995
3995
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Programme Lead, Long Term Conditions

NHS South East London Integrated Care Board
London
02.2020 - Current

Head of Planned Care

NHS Bexley & Greenwich CCG
Bexley & Greenwich
06.2019 - 02.2020

Led Stage 1 of Diabetes Transformation Business case, outlining change rationale and stakeholder commitment.

Presented Bexley, Greenwich & Lewisham Diabetes Transformation Business case to Financial Investment Committees, securing funding for primary care upskilling.

Organised and led four diabetes workshops to establish new three-borough diabetes model of care.

Engaged key stakeholder representatives across BGL, including senior management and patient councils.

Conducted critical analysis of activity trends to develop five-year forecasting and QIPP opportunities.

Incorporated health data and evidence-based best practices into business case development.

Developed detailed programme plan for commissioning, engagement, risks, and delivery of new care model.

Led Stage 2 Diabetes Business case, providing options appraisal and anticipated outcomes for each borough.

Head of Programmes, Community Contracts

NHS Bexley Clinical Commissioning Group
Bexley, Kent
07.2017 - 06.2019

Led Bexley MSK service, analysing prime contract issues and developing a business case with options appraisal.

Collaborated with stakeholders from all SEL acute trusts to establish budget and service model for mobilisation on 1st April 2019.

Sourced and re-commissioned x-ray and MRI diagnostics services to support operational needs.

Managed commissioning and contract oversight for adult community contracts, including neuro-rehab and cardiology.

Implemented collaborative solutions with providers to address staffing shortages and GP challenges, enhancing care delivery.

  • Produced procurement options appraisal and facilitated workshops for commissioning community contracts through provider alliances.
  • Presented case for change at Bexley Commissioning Strategy Committee, securing stakeholder buy-in.
  • Drafted NHS Standard contracts and managed budgets up to £10m, ensuring compliance and effective resource allocation.

Integrated Commissioning & Strategy Manager

London Borough of Lambeth & NHS Lambeth CCG
London
08.2007 - 07.2017

Led Memory Service change programme, designing and commissioning integrated service for Lambeth & Southwark.

Decommissioned older person’s day centre, reallocating resources to voluntary sector activities, achieving £400,000 in QIPP savings.

Developed funding bid application for stroke advisory service.

Directed tendering and procurement processes for stroke advisory service.

Analysed activity and financial data to create business case for alternative delivery of telecare services.

Served as Council lead for cross-stakeholder programme, establishing Community Integrated Reablement Service and data sharing policy.

Service Improvement Facilitator

SE London Cardiac Network
London
02.2006 - 08.2007

Led delivery of revascularisation programme across SE London, developing electronic inter-hospital transfer system.

Completed demand and capacity exercise in cardiac diagnostics at KCH, implementing new patient flow processes.

Secured £400,000 funding by successfully writing bid application for community heart failure service in Southwark.

Falls Service Project Manager

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
London
01.2003 - 02.2006

Led development and mobilisation of project, overseeing staff recruitment and budget management.

Collaborated with Consultant Geriatricians to establish standardised assessment and treatment plans.

Presented monthly reports to programme board, detailing plans, risks, finances, and governance.

Produced final programme report and evaluation, securing long-term funding from Southwark and Lambeth PCTs.

Clinical Networks Project Officer

NHS Lewisham PCT
London
01.2002 - 01.2003

Supported Programme Manager and GP Clinical Specialist as Project Officer.
Facilitated creation of seven clinical panels addressing diverse fields like urology, cardiology, gynaecology, and ENT.

Conference Project Manager

European Technology Forum
London
09.1999 - 06.2001

Organised technology conferences across Europe, enhancing attendee engagement.
Coordinated gala dinners and award ceremonies for over 500 attendees.
Managed relationships with blue chip sponsors, including PWC and Ernst & Young.
Liaised with international organisations, utilising French and German for communication.
Oversaw budget management for event and logistical expenses.
Arranged foreign travel logistics for participants and speakers.
Led a team of three staff members, conducting performance appraisals.

Education

Masters - Health Management

City University
London
09.2003 - 06.2005

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages & International Business

London South Bank University
London
09.1995 - 06.1999

A-Levels - English, French & German

Townley Grammar School
Bexleyheath

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs

Townley Grammar School
Bexleyheath

Skills

  • Programme development
  • Leadership
  • Communication skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Problem-solving

Languages

French
Upper intermediate
German
Upper intermediate

Certification

Managing Successful Programmes, Foundation & Practitioner, May 2024

Quality Improvement Programme, Silver level, October 2023

Dementia Friends Champion, Alzheimer's Society, 2016

Procurement Training, 2014

Prince 2, 2009

Advanced Presentation Skills, 2004

Affiliations

  • Sightseeing & travelling, swimming, baking, meeting up with friends.

Volunteering

Telephone befriender through Bexley Voluntary Services Council

Volunteer at Crisis at Christmas

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Programme Lead, Long Term Conditions

NHS South East London Integrated Care Board
02.2020 - Current

Head of Planned Care

NHS Bexley & Greenwich CCG
06.2019 - 02.2020

Head of Programmes, Community Contracts

NHS Bexley Clinical Commissioning Group
07.2017 - 06.2019

Integrated Commissioning & Strategy Manager

London Borough of Lambeth & NHS Lambeth CCG
08.2007 - 07.2017

Service Improvement Facilitator

SE London Cardiac Network
02.2006 - 08.2007

Masters - Health Management

City University
09.2003 - 06.2005

Falls Service Project Manager

Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
01.2003 - 02.2006

Clinical Networks Project Officer

NHS Lewisham PCT
01.2002 - 01.2003

Conference Project Manager

European Technology Forum
09.1999 - 06.2001

Bachelor of Arts - Modern Languages & International Business

London South Bank University
09.1995 - 06.1999

A-Levels - English, French & German

Townley Grammar School

GCSEs - 10 GCSEs

Townley Grammar School
Michelle Barber