Public Sector Consultants

Client References

NHS Leicester City

Public Sector Consultants supported the Strategy and Market Management Directorate during my months as Director. The approach was one of flexibility and support from the onset and the team of people who worked for me had a range of skills and knowledge having worked at very senior roles both in and outside the NHS. We agreed from the commencement of their roles that their skills would be used to support and develop the permanent staff as part of a learning organisation approach and during transition to a permanent Director.

I would be delighted to work with the Public Sector Consultants in the future.

Annette Hogarth

North East Lincolnshire Care Trust Plus

The consultant provided was able to work autonomously with minimal direction, but also provided regular updates to ensure that the work being carried out was in accordance with the requirements of the organisation. He was not afraid to ask clarification questions to ensure that he had the correct understanding of the issues to be addressed.

He was able to identify the working culture of the organisation quickly & adapt his own style to ensure that he was able to work effectively as part of the management team.

Helen Kenyon - Interim Director of Contracting and Performance

NHS Nottinghamshire County

Further to the work completed for us on reference costs, I would like to thank you for supplying such a capable individual.

The Consultant was with us for about six weeks and progressed our reference costs virtually to the point of submission. Your consultant was very professional in all his working relationships both within finance and, more importantly, with our service managers. He was also willing to learn more and apply his previous knowledge and skills to the requirements of the job. He has left us with a number of new systems and approaches that will certainly help us in the future and allowed a very smooth transition to the new post holder.

I would have no hesitation in using Public Sector Consultants again in the future if such a need arose.

Nigel Dyer, Assistant Director (Finance)

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

We enlisted the assistance of Public Sector Consultants due to the sudden sickness of the Director of Finance. I was impressed by the speed at which the consultant was able to understand the key issues at the Trust and to fully integrate into the existing Executive Team. Their wide range of experience in both operational and financial areas enabled them to make a key contribution to our successful Foundation Trust application.

Public Sector Consultants led the preparation of a five year long –term financial model which was totally accepted by Monitor and the Due Diligence Team. The consultant has coached the Finance Team, Board Members and Managers on the requirements of FT applications and operating in the FT environment.

Their focus on the key issues remained clear and this ensured they can give valuable input on any strategic discussions at the Trust. I have full confidence in the Companies abilities and would strongly recommend Public Sector Consultants to your clients.

Louise Shepherd, Chief Executive

Jersey, Guernsey and Gibraltar Consortium.

Ernest E Lima Director of Finance, IM&T Gibraltar Health Authority said "Public Sector Consultants have been instrumental in developing the consortium arrangements between Jersey, Guernsey and Gibraltar and in developing a new model of commissioning with UK hospitals for specialist services that can not be delivered to patients in smaller communities. The consultants have undertook a significant amount of work in Gibraltar and presented views to clinicians, senior managers and the Minister for Health

Public Sector Consultants have maintained a pivotal supporting and facilitating role for the interaction between the three jurisdictions, the UK Trusts and the Department of Health. The consultants personal involvement has had direct positive impact on the welfare of patients, not only generally, but in very specific cases."

NHS Sheffield

"I am happy to confirm our satisfaction with the work done for us, through the contract with Public Sector Consultants. We approached PSC for help in the development of our continuing care procurement function. Simon grasped what we needed very quickly. He has combined clear strategic thinking with problem solving skills. Most importantly, he has achieved our objectives. I would happily use PSC for future assignments." Tim Furness, Deputy Director of Strategy

Hull and East Yorkshire

John Barber, Director of Finance and Performance at Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS trust commented on the preparation and approval of a business case for the acquisition of Hull Nuffield Hospital saying "The board were very pleased with the quality and content of the business case, so thanks everybody for your help in preparing it"

John Barber, Director of Finance said "Whenever I require an interim manager or need a one off piece of work doing, I call Public Sector Consultants who always help, wherever possible....... The consultant they provided me with was competent and professional, and achieved a successful business case for the Trust."

NHS East of England

"When we first approached Public Sector Consultants, they responded immediately with the perfect resource to match our need. I have been extremely impressed with the calibre of the consultant they provided me with. They had the necessary technical skills and also the gravitas to be able to challenge the local systems in place and liaise with senior management teams and chief executives, which was a key element of driving through our financial recovery plan." said Martin Taylor, Deputy Director of Finance

NHS Southampton City

"Public Sector Consultants were responsive to my needs, provided me with a professional, competent consultant and ensured that our LIFT scheme was effectively project managed." said Joanne Hewitt, Head of Business Planning

Audit Commission

"A good relationship developed between ourselves and Public Sector Consultants and this is based on trust, honesty and understanding of our work." said Ailsa Bell, Area Performance Leader for the Audit Commission.

Naming the building after Barry is such a good idea and one his family and friends will much appreciate I am sure. It is certainly a good way of making sure his memory is preserved for those who knew him. It also strikes me as a reminder that this company cares about its employees and respects them" said Ailsa Bell, Area Performance Leader for the Audit Commission.

"We have been very pleased with the enthusiasm and commitment that Public Sector Consultants has brought to sourcing suitable affiliates to help with our NHS plan work", said Marina Aldridge, Head of Resourcing and Recruitment for the Audit Commission.