Band 6 - Anchor Programme Coordinator, Charity Office

NHS; Watford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare charity in Watford is seeking a full-time Band 6 Anchor Programme Coordinator to support the delivery of the Anchor Programme. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills while demonstrating a commitment to promoting equity within communities. Responsibilities include coordinating activities, managing program administration, and ensuring effective stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have a degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of health inequalities. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact in addressing community needs.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Focus on staff wellbeing and development

Qualifications

• Strong organisational, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to promoting equity and empowering communities.
• Experience in project support or coordination roles.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver the Anchor Programme.
• Ensure compliance with policies and strong governance.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Relationship building

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Educated to degree level or equivalent experience

Recognised qualification in project management or willing to work towards

Job description

Band 6 - Anchor Programme Coordinator, Charity Office

The closing date is 18 January 2026

Join our friendly team as a full‑time Band 6 Anchor Programme Coordinator, where you'll play a vital role in supporting the Charity. The ideal candidate will have strong organisational, communication, and relationship‑building skills, along with a deep commitment to promoting equity and empowering communities. If you are focused, enjoy multitasking, and can develop and maintain positive professional relationships, we'd like you to be part of the team. The Charity office is open Monday - Friday 07:30 - 17:00. Full details of your hours will be discussed at interview.

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Main duties of the job

The purpose of this post is to support delivery of the Anchor Programme in West Hertfordshire which aims to transform how the health system designs, commissions and deliver services to address inequities.

You'll be responsible for the day‑to‑day coordination of the programme, focussing on two neighbourhood localities where existing services for older people will be delivered. You will be ensuring clear communication, engagement and effective delivery across all partners. This includes supporting VCFSE organisations, lived experience representatives, and statutory partners as they co‑design and implement system‑wide changes.

A significant part of your role will be managing programme administration, tracking progress against key milestones, and preparing reports for funders and governance committees. You will be responsible for mapping existing services. You will also help coordinate the Anchor Grant programme, providing direct support to grassroots organisations to help build their capability and capacity.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microsoft packages, Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc, have strong, organisational, communication, and relationship‑building skills, along with a deep commitment to promoting equity and empowering communities.

About us

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award‑winning virtual hospital and re‑imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long‑term health condition and require support or guidance please contact [e-mail] If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Job responsibilities

The post holder will be responsible for the effective coordination and delivery of the Anchor Programme. Ensuring activities are planned, implemented and reviewed against objectives.

The postholder will ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures and regulatory requirements, while contributing to strong governance and accurate reporting.

The role involves building and maintaining positive relationships with stakeholders through clear and timely communication. Responsibilities also include financial reporting, supporting value for money and sustainability.

The postholder will contribute to leadership and teamwork by sharing expertise, supporting colleagues, and promoting a collaborative workspace.

Further details of these responsibilities can be found in the full job description.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Recognised qualification in project management or willing to work towards.

Knowledge

• Understanding of health inequalities and the role of community engagement in reducing them.
• Knowledge of partnership working between statutory services and VCFSE organisations.
• Familiarity with programme/project coordination approaches, including monitoring and evaluation.
• Knowledge of Hertfordshire's communities and health system.
• Knowledge of Social Models of Health.

Experience

• Experience of working in a coordination or project support role.
• Experience of working with community or voluntary organisations.
• Experience of building relationships across multiple sectors and stakeholders.
• Experience of administering grants or managing small budgets.
• Experience of involving people with lived experience in co‑production.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust