Responsibilities
* Lead delivery of key programmes within the Trust's Digital Delivery Plan, ensuring alignment with national and regional digital strategies.
* Work collaboratively with clinical services, operational teams, digital/IT colleagues, service users and carers to co‑design digitally enabled pathways.
* Oversee digital change programmes including new clinical systems, digital tools, infrastructure improvements, data platforms and automation.
* Ensure that digital projects meet national standards on digital safety, information governance, cyber security and accessibility.
* Provide strong programme management including governance, risk management, milestone delivery and benefits realisation.
* Communicate complex digital concepts clearly to a range of stakeholders, supporting digital adoption and cultural change.
* Represent the Trust within Joined Up Care Derbyshire digital governance forums and regional and national digital networks.
Please see the job description and person specification for a full range of duties.
We are seeking an experienced, motivated and forward‑thinking Programme Lead for Digital Transformation to play a pivotal role in delivering our new Digital Delivery Plan. This is a unique opportunity to drive digital transformation across clinical and corporate services and deliver our ambitious vision.
Qualifications
* Significant experience leading digital transformation or technology‑enabled change in health, care or similarly complex environments.
* Strong programme management skills and the ability to deliver at pace.
* Excellent stakeholder engagement, relationship building and communication skills.
* Ability to analyse data, measure outcomes and drive continuous improvement.
* Understanding of digital standards, information governance, clinical safety and interoperability.
* A passion for applying digital innovation to improve patient care, staff experience and service efficiency.
* A recognised programme or project management qualification (e.g., MSP, PRINCE2, APM, Agile) is required. Experience working in NHS mental health or community services is desirable but not essential.
NHS AfC
Band 8b
Benefits
* Commitment to flexible working where this is possible.
* 27 days annual leave/year plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years of service.
* Yearly appraisal and commitment to ongoing training.
* Generous NHS pension scheme.
* Good maternity, paternity and adoption benefits.
* Health service discounts and online benefits.
* Incremental pay progression.
* Free confidential employee assistance programme 24/7.
* Access to our LGBT+ network, BAME Network and Christian Network.
* Health and wellbeing opportunities.
* Structured learning and development opportunities.
* Supportive, inclusive and forward‑thinking digital and transformation team.
* Opportunities for professional development linked to digital leadership and informatics.
Work Environment
Flexible working and a commitment to staff wellbeing. We want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for our service and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether that is job share, part‑time or another flexible pattern.
Equality and Diversity
The Trust is a Disability Confident Employer. We are passionate about making equality, diversity and inclusion part of our DNA. We value the richness that comes from having colleagues fully representative of the local community. We welcome people who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background, protected characteristics, and all backgrounds and experiences.
Recruitment
Disability confident employer. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you in the recruitment process please let us know. If you require any support in completing the application form please do not hesitate to contact the Recruitment Team, 01332 564856, option 1, or email: [email protected] and we will be happy to provide assistance.
DBS Checks: The cost of undertaking a DBS disclosure will be met by the individual. The Trust will meet the initial costs of the disclosure which will be deducted from your first month's salary.
This job may close early if a large number of applications are received. You are advised to submit your application as early as possible to avoid missing your chance to apply.
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