Band 8b Senior Programme Manager - ICCR

NHS; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is looking for a Senior Programme Manager to join the Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. This role involves leadership in managing significant projects aimed at improving mental health services and engaging with various stakeholders. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong project management skills, experience in a senior role, and possess relevant qualifications. A master's degree or equivalent experience is required, along with a commitment to continuous improvement in mental healthcare.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing detailed project plans and reports.
• Significant staff management experience.
• Formal management or project management qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead senior programme management for adult community and rehabilitation mental health services.
• Drive strategic direction and oversee complex, high-impact projects.
• Influence stakeholders and contribute to service transformation negotiations.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Master's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Prince2

MSP

Job description

Job summary

The post holder will play a pivotal role within the ICCR Directorate Leadership Team, driving forward a portfolio of high-impact service improvement initiatives aligned with learning from the BSol Community Mental Health Transformation Programme and local strategic priorities.

The Senior Programme Manager will provide overall senior leadership to the project team and maintain oversight of strategic groups and projects.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will provide senior programme management leadership to the ICCR Directorate, supporting the transition to business-as-usual operations while driving strategic direction for adult community and rehabilitation mental health services. They will lead the implementation of complex, high-impact projects aligned with national and local priorities, working closely with clinical leads, managers, service users, and regional and national partners. Emphasizing effective project management practices, the role will foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensure robust governance, and support strategic decision-making. Acting as a key stakeholder contact, the post holder will influence stakeholders, oversee integration planning across services, and contribute to high-level strategic discussions to deliver service transformation.

About us

Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve annually. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, including specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing, and psychology training and are renowned for research and innovation.

Our population is culturally diverse, with high levels of deprivation in some areas, increasing demand for our services and necessitating accessible help for all. We are a compassionate, inclusive, and dedicated team committed to providing excellent care. If you seek a place to belong and make a difference, join us where a warm welcome awaits.

Details

Date posted: 21 July 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for Change

Band: Band 8b

Salary: £64,455 to £74,896 per year, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 436-7331627

Job locations: Uffculme Centre, Birmingham, B13 8QY

Job description

For details on main responsibilities, please view the attached job description and person specification.

We recommend submitting your application promptly, as this post may close earlier if sufficient applications are received.

This role offers hybrid working, typically combining home and Trust HQ (The Uffculme Centre) or other approved sites.

Person Specification - Experience

• Educated to Master's degree level or equivalent experience
• Experience in preparing detailed project plans and reports
• Significant staff management experience
• Formal management or project management qualification (Prince2 and/or MSP), demonstrated in a recent role

Desirable

• Previous NHS experience as a senior project manager or in a senior change management role

Additional requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975 (Exceptions Order). A disclosure check via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be required.

Applicants needing Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; further details are available on the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, applicants for UK entry clearance must present a criminal record certificate from each country of residence in the past 10 years for 12 months or more, including adult dependants.

Employer details

Employer: Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Uffculme Centre, Birmingham, B13 8QY

Website: https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/