Digital Workstream Lead

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Huntingdon seeks a Digital Workstream Lead to innovate digital strategies and implement strategic IT solutions in their new build hospital. The role requires effective leadership in establishing scalable IT infrastructure, defining healthcare IT requirements, and collaborating with management to enhance patient care. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in digital transformation within healthcare settings and proven project management skills. This role plays a vital part in shaping healthcare delivery standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading digital transformation projects in healthcare.
• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure and governance.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets for large-scale projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and development of a digital infrastructure plan.
• Establish a scalable IT infrastructure for digital initiatives.
• Define IT requirements meeting the model of care for Hospital 2.0.
• Integrate digital technologies into design and operations.
• Work with management to align digital needs with clinical requirements.
• Manage procurement of digital services and supplier relationships.
• Develop IT disaster recovery plans.

Skills

Leadership in digital innovation

Project management

Strategic IT implementation

Budget management

Collaboration with senior management

Job description

This is a unique and exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of the digital transformations within the Hinchingbrooke Hospital Redevelopment Programme, one of the new build hospital sites for the national New Hospitals Programme.

We are seeking dynamic and visionary leaders to join our team and contribute to the creation of a state‑of‑the‑art healthcare facility that will set new standards in patient care and sustainability.

As the Digital Workstream Lead, you will drive digital innovation and strategic IT implementation to optimise healthcare processes and patient care. This role involves developing an innovative digital strategy, integrating digital technologies into scheme design, and establishing a reliable IT infrastructure to support the Trust’s digital initiatives and future growth. Your expertise will ensure the programme meets the highest standards of governance, public accountability, and quality benchmarks, delivering substantial benefits to the community.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and development of an innovative digital infrastructure plan and budget for the new Hinchingbrooke Hospital site.
• Establish a scalable IT infrastructure to support the Trust’s digital initiatives and future growth.
• Define IT requirements to meet the scheme model of care for Hospital 2.0.
• Integrate digital technologies into scheme design, planning, and operations for increased efficiency and enhanced patient care.
• Work collaboratively with senior management, Trust Executives, and workstream leads to align digital needs with clinical requirements.
• Lead the procurement of large‑scale digital services, managing relationships and contracts with suppliers.
• Develop an IT disaster recovery plan to minimise downtime and data loss in emergencies.

We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

This advert closes on Monday 12 Jan 2026