Investigation into Concerns about Clinical Leadership

Context- Leadership behaviour in an NHS Trust was deemed to have contributed to a staff related SI. [2018}

Brief - To undertake an independent investigation of the relevant issues and provide Trust board with report on the relevant findings

Delivery - Collaboration with experienced independent HR profession

• Agreed TOR
• Interviewed relevant staff
• Analysed relevant documents
• Undertook required desk-research
• Co-produced draft investigation report
• Amended draft in to address clarifications & comments
• Submitted completed final report

Outcome - Trust able to make required decision on the basis of the findings of the report

Key Learning- NHS Trusts need to better understand the HR / wellbeing consequences of stress and have robust support arrangements in place.