Digital, Data and Technology Business Partner

Kingston Hospital; Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames; Hybrid; GBP 64,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston Hospital is seeking a Digital, Data and Technology Business Partner (Band 8a) to lead large-scale digital and clinical transformation initiatives in south London. This role requires senior governance experience and the ability to influence executive leaders across hospital and community settings.

The postholder will manage the Transformation Manager, drive benefits realisation, ensure digital standards, and build team capability to sustain long-term change within the organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complicated projects within the NHS or similar complex organisations.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Partners
• Managing Change
• Digital/Technical Experience
• Improving Patient Care, Digital Inclusion and accessibility
• Increase Staff Productivity and Free-up Time
• Governance and Reporting Measurable Performance Improvements
• Staff Management
• Education and Training/Self-Development
• Research and Development

Skills

Project management

Info management

Autonomous working

Deadline-driven

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Digital, Data and Technology Business Partner

Band 8a

Main area Digital Transformation Grade Band 8a Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 396-8163747-DE-DK-B

Site Kingston Hospital Town Kingston upon Thames Salary £63,665 - £70,887 per annum pro rata incl HCAS (outer london) Salary period Yearly Closing 15/11/2026 23:59

Home, community, hospital

KingstonandRichmond NHS Foundation Trust offers a range offantasticopportunities to grow your career across both hospital and community settings in south London. Whether you're looking to build new skills or take your experience to the next level,weare uniquely placed toprovide therightenvironment to support your professional development.With colleagues working in people’s homes, in community clinics, and in our two hospitals, we have an outstanding breadth of knowledge and experience to draw from.

Our commitment to exceptional care is reflected in being the firsttrustof our kindin London to achieve an ‘Outstanding’ rating from the CQC for bothoverallquality andleadership.We exist to provide the best possible care for our patients and we do that by giving our colleagues what they need to be their best at work. We have won numerous awards from the HSJ and Nursing Times for the way we support our colleagues across all our services.

We are proud to be recognised for our outstanding cancer care, children's services, pioneering surgical teams, and exceptional rehabilitation services. Our maternity services have been rated the "Best in London" by women surveyed by the Care Quality Commission (CQC), with parents travelling to Kingston to take advantage of our considerable experience and expertise.

These words are important reminders, but it’s our behaviours that tell people who we are. We expect all colleagues to bring our values to life in their work.

• Compassionate: We provide care with kindness, understanding, and empathy for all.
• Inclusive: We embrace diversity and respect the unique contributions of every individual.
• Collaborative: We foster teamwork across all levels, working together and with our partners to deliver the best outcomes.
• Inspiring: We are committed to continuous improvement and excellence in patient care, staff development, and innovation.

Job overview

The DDaT Business Partner leads large‑scale digital and clinical transformation initiatives, providing senior strategic oversight and driving complex system‑wide change. This highly specialist role requires extensive experience in programme governance, stakeholder engagement, digital technical understanding, and the ability to influence executive leaders. The postholder manages high‑profile projects, oversees benefits realisation, ensures compliance with digital standards, and develops team capability to support long‑term transformation across the organisation.

This post will have line management responsibility for B7 Transformation Manager

Main duties of the job

• Leadership and Partners
• Managing Change
• Digital/Technical Experience
• Improving Patient Care, Digital Inclusion and accessibility
• Increase Staff Productivity and Free-up Time
• Governance and Reporting Measurable Performance Improvements
• Staff Management
• Education and Training/Self-Development
• Research and Development

Please see attached JD for further details...

Working for our organisation

Development and staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can’t expect the best from you if we don’t invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we’re committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly ‘shoutouts’ and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

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Person specification

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional development
• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Demonstrable and extensive experience of managing complicated projects within the NHS or similar complex organisational environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Demonstrable and significant experience of analysing and presenting complex information in simplified/easy-to-understand formats, (e.g., reports, presentations, and discussions), where there is a need to translate technical information and positively persuade/motivate others (who may be reluctant to change).

Skills / Abilities / Knowledge

• Excellent information management skills, including the use of appropriate project management applications to produce and maintain formal project plans and timetables.
• Ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload, with the ability to working to tight deadlines, both regular and unpredictable.

We support the NHS Flex for the Future pledge

We welcome conversations about flexible working from day one, including options such as adjusted hours, compressed hours and other arrangements. If flexibility matters to you, please talk to us - we’ll be happy to explore what’s possible for the role and the service.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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