Deputy Director of Strategy & Capital Programmes

NHS; Croydon; On-site; GBP 97,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

A public health service provider in Croydon is seeking a Deputy Director of Strategy & Capital Programmes. This leadership role involves overseeing the capital programme, ensuring project governance, and strategic planning in a healthcare setting. The successful candidate will be responsible for improving the delivery of estates projects that enhance the patient experience. A conducive environment for flexible working is encouraged, making it an ideal opportunity for those looking to challenge themselves in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Education & Qualifications required for the role.
• Understanding of health service operations.
• Significant experience in strategic planning and project management.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver the capital programme and asset management.
• Support the Programme Director with strategic planning.
• Ensure statutory compliance and quality delivery of projects.

Job description

Job summary

Deputy Director of Strategy & Capital Programmes

Band 8D, Full Time, Permanent

The Deputy Director of Strategy and Capital Programmes is responsible for the Design and delivery of the Croydon System estate strategy, asset management function and the capital programme. This is a crucial leadership role in the delivery of the Estates capital programme and oversight of major strategic projects affecting the delivery across the Trust. As a facilitator and leader, the post holder will identify areas for opportunity, using internal data and strategic benchmarking to ensure we are focusing on the highest priority areas. The post holder must be professionally accountable for estates project governance and implementation of delegated Schemes within the Trust's capital programme to improve the environment for patients and staff.

The post holder will use their leadership skills to identify and unblock risks and issues, recognise interdependencies between Directorates and drive progress towards delivery. They will be sensitive to the issues and changing needs of the Trust. This role is crucial for creating and maintaining focus, enthusiasm and momentum on the key operational changes that will make the biggest difference to our patients and staff.

Interview Date - TBC

Main duties of the job

The post holder is the specialist responsible for supporting the Programme Director (Estates Capital) and the Director of Estates and Facilities with long term strategic planning, preparing and managing the estates capital portfolio, ownership of the Asset Management function and responsible for the delivery of the estates capital programme at various stages from scoping to completion of the Business Case process ensuring alignment to the strategic principles of the strategy. To ensure that all cases are completed in an efficient and effective manner, within programme timeframes and to provide the highest possible standards of delivery within the resources allocated, ensuring statutory compliance.

The post holder is responsible for working with the Programme Director (Estates Capital) on the management of the capital programme from inception to completion ensuring the delivery of projects on time, within budget, to the required quality and which improve the patient's environment, including the project planning to deliver Business Case requirements and deliverables within overall programme timeframes. Compliance to programme governance and processes to ensure delivery within these parameters.

About us

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust provides hospital and community services across Croydon through a range of clinics and specialist centres. Formed in August 2010 from the integration of Croydon Community Health Services and Mayday Healthcare NHS Trust, we employ around 4,100 staff serving a diverse population of over 360,000 people.

Our main site, Croydon University Hospital, is one of the busiest in London. We are also leading the way in delivering more healthcare in community settings and people's homes. Our district nursing teams, Allied Health Professionals and community matrons care for people of all ages across the borough.

Like the wider NHS, we are working hard to meet increasing demand. With the right people on board, we continue to innovate and transform our services to provide the highest quality care for local residents. We place strong emphasis on education, training and career development for all staff.

If you want to make a real difference, challenge yourself and be part of a Trust that's shaping local healthcare, Croydon Health Services could be the place for you.

At Croydon Health Services NHS Trust, we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Details Date posted

22 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8d

Salary

£97,283 to £111,278 a year pro rata pa incl HCAS outer

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

199-7675108-FM-MT

Job locations

Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications Essential

• Education & Qualifications

Knowledge & Understanding Essential

• Knowledge & Understanding

Experience Essential

• Experience

Skills & Abilities Essential

• Skills & Abilities

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.

Employer details

Croydon Health Services NHS Trust

Croydon University Hospital

530 London Road

Croydon

CR7 7YE

Employer's website

https://www.croydonhealthservices.nhs.uk/recruitment/