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Job summary

Main area
Programme Management
Grade
Band 8c
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
199-8300908-NA-B
Employer
Croydon Health Services NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
Croydon University Hospital
Town
Croydon
Salary
£85,641 - £97,746 pa incl HCAS (Outer)
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
01/11/2026 23:59

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Capital Projects: Programme Manager

Band 8c

Croydon is a busy, exciting and diverse place to work. The borough has one of the youngest populations in London and continues to grow.

Croydon Health Services cares for local people at Croydon University Hospital, Purley Memorial Hospital and in clinics and people’s homes all across the borough.

We are a very close-knit and friendly organisation where everyone of our 3600 members of staff is valued. We strongly believe that our employees are our greatest asset and so through Listening into Action – our way of engaging staff - we empower everyone at any level to initiate and bring about real improvements in our care.

Join us and be a part of the team that is making Croydon proud.  #choosecroydon

Job overview

We are seeking an experienced Programme Manager to oversee the work of the 'Business as Usual' capital programme at Croydon Health Services NHS Trust. Likely projects include minor refurbishment works, key infrastructure improvements, site developments to support enhanced services and new-builds.

Main duties of the job

Reporting to the Associate Director for Planning and Programmes your main duties will include:

  • Oversee a project office team of 6 including senior and junior project managers and a PMO manager, including line management.
  • Responsible for ensuring projects are delivered to specification, on time and within budget.
  • Actively monitoring and managing risks to the effective delivery of projects, escalating where appropriate.
  • Reporting upwards on progress.

Working for our organisation

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people’s homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that’s shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

(see attached JD and person specification)

Person specification

Job History

Essential criteria
  • Relevance

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Skills

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Trust IDCapital Nurse, LondonNo smoking policyLondon Living Wage is a voluntary commitment made by employers, who can become accredited with the Living Wage FoundationAge positiveImproving working livesDisability confident committedDisability Advice Line

Applicant requirements

This post will require a submission for Disclosure to be made to check for any unspent criminal convictions.

Application numbers

This vacancy may have an application cap, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment. Ensure your supporting statement clearly shows how you meet the job specifications.

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Tim Brackpool
Job title
Associate Director of Planning and Programmes
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
02084013000
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