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Deputy Programme Manager
Job Posted: 7 hours ago
Salary: £ 35,000 - 39,651 / Annum
Job Type: Contract
Location: Central London
Expire in: a month
Job Description
JOB TITLE: Deputy Programme Manager
SECTOR: Health
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Project Officer
CONTRACT LENGTH: 3 months (ending 27 February 2026)
SALARY: £35,791 - £39,651
WORKING PATTERN: 35 hours per week (Hybrid: 2 days in office / 3 days remote, office days Wednesdays and Thursdays)
START DATE: 27 November 2025
INTERVIEW DATE: 18 November 2025
About the Organisation
We are working with a leading professional body within the health sector, committed to improving standards of care through national clinical audits, research, and evaluation. The organisation works closely with healthcare providers, regulators, and professionals across the UK to share best practice, support quality improvement, and drive evidence-based initiatives. Staff are valued for their expertise, initiative, and collaborative approach, contributing to projects that have a tangible impact on patient care and professional standards.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and proactive Deputy Programme Manager to support the delivery of national clinical audit programmes, research, and evaluation projects. In this role, you will play a central part in ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard, supporting both the project team and key stakeholders.
This is a hands-on role where you will take responsibility for planning, project delivery, data management, and stakeholder engagement. You will have the opportunity to influence quality improvement across healthcare settings and support initiatives that improve clinical practice.
Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership: Line manage project staff, supporting workload management, performance, and professional development. Assist with recruitment, induction, and probation processes.
Project Delivery: Develop and implement project plans to ensure objectives are met on time and to a high standard. Support the delivery of all aspects of projects, including developing sampling methods, data collection tools, and analysing qualitative and quantitative data.
Reporting and Communication: Produce high-quality reports, guidance documents, newsletters, and other materials. Oversee analyses conducted by project officers to ensure accuracy and quality.
Event Management: Plan and deliver workshops, learning sessions, and events, both online and face-to-face.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain productive relationships with healthcare providers, regulators, and national bodies.
Financial Administration: Assist with budget management, forecasting, invoicing, and expenses, ensuring robust financial controls.
Data Management: Maintain secure, accurate, and GDPR-compliant data management systems.
Deputising: Act on behalf of senior management as required, ensuring continuity of leadership.
General Support: Contribute to additional projects, supporting the team as required, and travel across the UK occasionally, including overnight stays.
Essential:
Experience working with public sector services, ideally in health
Strong interest in health or social care, with an understanding of clinical audit processes
Proven report writing and editing skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
A confident, professional, and well-presented manner
Ability to prioritise and manage workload efficiently for yourself and others
Experience planning and delivering workshops or training sessions
Experience managing large electronic databases and maintaining data quality
Proficiency with SPSS or equivalent statistical software
Knowledge of project management and research methodologies
Strong skills in MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Office365)
Desirable:
Degree-level education or relevant professional qualification
Experience working in healthcare or with clinical audit programmes
Experience speaking at external events
Experience writing papers for publication
Experience with financial administration
This is a unique opportunity to work on national clinical audit programmes that directly influence healthcare standards and support quality improvement across the sector. You will be part of a collaborative and supportive environment where your contributions make a real differenceBefore You Apply
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