EPRR Manager

The Senior Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) Manager will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and assurance of the Trust's emergency preparedness and business continuity arrangements. The role ensures compliance with statutory obligations under the Civil Contingencies Act 2004 and alignment with the NHS EPRR Framework, maintaining a strong and effective approach to incident preparedness, response, and recovery.

Working in close collaboration with Hospital Leadership Teams, the post holder will oversee the design, review, and testing of emergency plans, business continuity frameworks, and incident response procedures. They will also lead on coordinating training programmes and simulation exercises, provide expert guidance to senior stakeholders, and support the Trust's on-call and incident management arrangements during major incidents.

In addition, the role requires close partnership working across the wider health and resilience system, including with the Integrated Care Board (ICB), NHS England, and local multi-agency resilience forums. The post holder will ensure alignment with national standards and best practice, contributing to a coordinated and effective system-wide EPRR response.