Employer: University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Location: Coventry, West Midlands
Salary: £57,528 – £64,750 per year
Band: 8a
Contract: Fixed term – 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Closing date: 15 October 2026
Reference: 218-AC-B8A-8327782
Skilled Worker Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
This makes the vacancy potentially relevant to overseas applicants who meet the role’s requirements and are seeking UK sponsorship.
Job Overview
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is recruiting a Digital Programme Manager to join its Digital Department on a 12-month fixed-term contract.
The successful candidate will lead and manage the implementation of major digital programmes and projects across the Trust, ensuring delivery against agreed plans, timescales and constraints.
The role will provide professional programme and project management support for the delivery of applications, systems and technology solutions that deliver benefits for patients and the Trust.
Provisional interviews are scheduled to take place on 3 and 4 November 2026.
The Trust has advised that the vacancy may close earlier if sufficient applications are received, so interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Main Responsibilities
The Digital Programme Manager will:
- Lead and manage the successful implementation of major IT and digital programmes and projects.
- Manage programmes that can run for more than six months and affect more than 1,500 Trust staff.
- Build and manage large multifunctional teams of technical and non-technical staff, often involving 30–50 project staff.
- Set programme delivery strategies and ensure projects align with strategic objectives.
- Work with Digital Nurse Specialists to identify and deliver programme benefits.
- Manage dependencies and interfaces between projects.
- Provide professional programme and project management across the Trust.
- Apply expert digital knowledge and operational experience to the deployment of digital solutions.
- Produce and maintain programme and project documentation, including policies and procedures.
- Participate in system procurement, including procurement documentation and supplier evaluations.
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, Programme Boards and Project Boards.
- Report programme performance, communicate complex issues and negotiate desired outcomes.
- Support operational change resulting from the introduction of new digital systems.
- Conduct digital investigations and impact assessments involving supplier products and implementation plans.
- Work with other NHS Trusts and health organisations where digital services support patient care across multiple locations and agencies.
Essential Qualifications
Applicants should have:
- A Master’s degree or equivalent, preferably in a relevant subject, or equivalent professional experience.
- PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent experience.
Desirable Qualifications
Desirable qualifications include:
- Managing Successful Programmes (MSP) qualification.
- Digital-related qualifications.
- Change management training.
- Facilitation training.
Essential Experience
Candidates should demonstrate:
- Successful delivery of high-profile programmes and projects.
- Experience leading large projects.
- Experience managing large teams.
- Extensive project management experience.
- Experience implementing organisational change.
Experience of implementing a PAS or similar clinical digital system, NHS senior-level experience and cross-organisational working are desirable.
Essential Knowledge and Skills
Applicants should have:
- A thorough understanding of digital issues and their application within the NHS.
- Experience managing and delivering large-scale digital projects.
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
- The ability to motivate teams and lead change.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- The ability to interpret and present complex and contentious information.
- The ability to influence staff at all levels.
- The ability to balance strategic priorities with attention to detail.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
- The ability to work effectively across teams, departments and organisations in a complex environment.
About the Trust
University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust is one of the UK’s largest teaching Trusts and is rated Good by the Care Quality Commission.
The Trust is recognised for its modern facilities, research and innovation, and its commitment to high-quality patient care. Employees have access to a range of learning and development opportunities.
The organisation is also a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation and promotes equality, diversity, dignity and respect across its workforce.
Additional Information
This post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
For Skilled Worker applicants, the NHS advert also notes the requirement for criminal record certificates covering countries where an applicant has lived for the required periods, in line with UK immigration requirements.
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply through the NHS Jobs application system before the closing date.
Closing date: 15 October 2026
The Trust has stated that the advert may close once sufficient applications have been received, so applicants are advised to apply early.
Original vacancy: NHS Jobs – University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Reference: 218-AC-B8A-8327782