Head of Digital Programmes, Band 8c

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Head of Digital Programmes, Band 8c

The closing date is 29 July 2026

The successful candidate will be highly organised, able to manage competing priorities within a fast‑paced environment. They will have experience leading complex change programmes, using strong partnership working to deliver improved outcomes for the people of Gloucestershire.

They will be data‑driven and focused on delivering measurable benefits, with a track record of developing high‑performing teams. This includes supporting programme and project managers, managing escalations, and removing delivery barriers.

The post holder will communicate complex issues clearly to engage stakeholders and encourage collaboration. They will build strong system‑wide relationships and oversee digital improvement programmes, maintaining a clear focus on governance, assurance, and benefits realisation.

With extensive programme and project management experience, they will directly manage the Digital Programme Delivery Team and ensure delivery of the Digital portfolio against standardised processes.

Key work streams include EPR, Cyber, Infrastructure, Clinical Systems Optimisation, Applications, and Business Intelligence. Responsibilities include managing Programme Leads, overseeing reporting, ensuring high‑quality programme information, and leading delivery across assigned work streams.

• Run the Digital Project Management Office (PMO) including oversight of all programmes & line management of staff
• Oversee the workload of Programme Managers within the Digital PMO
• Report progress monthly to Digital Senior Leads, and to executive forums, at the discretion of the CDIO
• Lead the continued development of the Digital programme management tool, championing its adoption across Digital and the wider Trust
• Responsible for effective project and programme governance and assurance using PRINCE2 methodology, supplemented with Agile where appropriate
• The post holder is expected to be a subject matter expert in best practice delivery
• Provide compassionate leadership, development and support for the whole PMO
• Direct effective costing of projects to ensure effective use of resources for the NHS
• Alongside the "Transformation pillar", support benefits baselining, analysis and delivery for digitally enabled projects
• Provide advice, guidance and service improvement methodology expertise to support the development of schemes
• Ensure the clinical engagement and technical requirements are met in all project governance
• Set‑up processes to measure the quality and financial benefit of schemes
• Ensure that sufficient and realistic schemes have been identified with clear and deliverable action plans

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on‑site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

• Conduct appraisals and one‑to‑one interviews with direct reports, clearly agreeing and documenting personal development plans
• Lead effective team‑working by transferring skills and knowledge to appropriate staff and ensuring that working procedures are properly documented and maintained. Mentor and coach junior staff
• Maintain knowledge of the latest thinking and best‑practice…