Digital Projects Manager (Ref: 228126)

NHS Shetland Board; Lerwick; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority is seeking a Digital Projects Manager for a 6-month fixed-term placement in Lerwick, offering full-time hours and a salary range of £41,608 to £50,702. Ideal for Armed Forces community members looking to transition into NHS careers, this role supports effective Digital Services in healthcare. Candidates must have an IT Project Management background and join the PVG Scheme before employment.

Qualifications

• Member of the Armed Forces community seeking a career move.
• IT Project Management background preferred.
• Must join PVG Scheme before formal offer.

Responsibilities

• Deliver effective Digital Services in a health care environment.
• Support transition to a career with the NHS.
• Contribute previous experience to the Digital Projects team.

Skills

IT Project Management

Job description

Overview

Digital Projects Manager (Ref: 228126)

Fixed Term funded placement for 6 months, Full Time 37 hours, Monday to Friday, Band 6 - Salary Range £41,608- £50,702 per annum (pro-rata), Distant Island Allowance of £2,482 per annum (pro rata).

NHS Shetland is offering a paid placement opportunity commencing in November 2025. This role is ideal for someone with an IT Project Management background, looking to transition to a career with the NHS in Scotland. This contract is for a fixed-term to 31 March 2026 due to Armed Forces Talent Programme funding restrictions. At the end of this period, funding position will be reviewed to extend or you will have the opportunity to consider applying for other vacancies.

Responsibilities / What you will do

Contribute to delivering effective Digital Services in a health care environment. The role is designed to support the transition to a career with the NHS in Scotland and to bring your previous experience to the Digital Projects team.

Qualifications / Requirements

You are a member of the Armed Forces community seeking your next career move. An IT Project Management background is preferred for this placement.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment.

Induction & Standards

You will be expected to comply with the Induction Standards and Code of Conduct for Healthcare Support Workers within 3 months of commencing your role – details available at the Nes Scotland toolkit website.

Additional Information

To work in the United Kingdom, you must have permission to work in the country. The GOV.UK guidance applies; this post is not eligible for a certificate of sponsorship. Ensure you have the right to work in the UK before applying.

How to Apply / Contact

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Bibianna Wojtczak, Digital Projects Team Leader — [e-mail]

Lorraine Allinson, Head of HR — [e-mail]

Closing date: 9 October 2025
Interview date: 30/31 October 2025

Application Process

1. Register your interest with Armed Forces Talent Programme (AFTP): click here. 2. Apply via Jobtrain: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173. For assistance or technical issues, email support at jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk with the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line or call 0161 850 2004.

Equality & Diversity

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.