Health & Social Care Integration Project Manager

Luton Borough; Luton; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Luton Borough Council is seeking a Health & Social Care Integration Project Manager to lead transformation projects across Luton's health and care system. The role requires coordination, monitoring progress, and ensuring delivery of key priorities within a collaborative network of partners.

The post requires strong organisational and communication skills, involvement in stakeholder engagement, and a PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent qualification. This maternity cover is a full-time role.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting projects, coordinating activities, or managing workstreams.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• PRINCE2 Foundation or equivalent project management qualification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation projects across Luton's health and care system.
• Coordinate projects and initiatives and monitor progress.
• Manage project documentation and ensure delivery of key priorities.
• Support the Health Integration Delivery Plan and collaborate with partners.
• Help drive improvements for local communities.

Skills

Project coordination

Organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

PRINCE2 Foundation

Job description

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Health & Social Care Integration Project Manager

Job Reference LBC/1994/127

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Maternity Cover

Full time

Salary Grade:

£39,152 - £41,771 a year pro rata

Working Hours:

37

Location:

Town Hall, Upper George Street, Luton

Closing Date:

24/08/2026

Job Category:

Adult Social Care Operations

Directorate:

Business Unit:

Job Introduction

Salary:£39,152 - £41,771 a year pro rata
Hours per week: 37 hours per week
Contract type: Maternity Cover for up to 12 months

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates.

This role is available as maternity cover for up to 12 months. Internal candidates who are permanent employees of Luton Council will be appointed on a secondment basis, while external candidates and other eligible applicants will be appointed on a fixed-term contract for up to 12 months.

Current Luton Council employees applying for this opportunity must obtain written approval from their manager before applying (an email will suffice). A copy of this approval must be included with the application, as we will be unable to progress applications without it.

Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.

What You’ll be doing

Ready to lead projects that make a real difference to people's lives?

We are looking for an organised and proactive Project Manager to support the delivery of transformation projects across Luton's health and care system.

Working alongside the Programme Manager and wider team, you will help coordinate projects and initiatives, monitor progress, manage project documentation, and support the successful delivery of key priorities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with project management experience who is looking to develop their career within health and social care transformation.

You’ll work collaboratively with partners across Health, Social Care, the Voluntary and Community Sector, and wider stakeholders to support the Health Integration Delivery Plan and deliver lasting improvements for local communities.

What we’re looking for

We're looking for an enthusiastic and organised individual who has experience supporting projects, coordinating activities, or managing workstreams in a professional environment. You may be at an early stage in your project management career and looking for an opportunity to develop your skills within a rewarding health and care setting.

You will have strong organisational skills, be able to manage competing priorities, and work effectively with a range of stakeholders and partners. You'll be confident communicating with colleagues, building positive working relationships, and contributing to the successful delivery of projects and improvement initiatives.

Knowledge of health or social care or integrated working would be beneficial but is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates with experience in other sectors who can demonstrate transferable skills, a proactive approach, and a commitment to learning.

A project management qualification such as PRINCE2 Foundation, or equivalent project support / management experience is required.

If you're motivated, eager to learn, and passionate about helping to deliver positive change for local communities, we'd love to hear from you.

About us

Our ambitious Luton 2040 Vision – that no-one in Luton will have to live in poverty – is at the heart of everything we do.We recognise that our people are remarkable, talented, committed and passionate about serving our residents.

The people of Luton depend heavily on this council – and that means our workforce! Are you ready to realise the remarkable and help us deliver our vision?

Application Process

Applicants for this public-facing post will need to demonstrate the ability to converse, and provide effective help or advice, fluently in spoken English

On occasions, we may close a vacancy early due to a very high number of applications being received.

How to apply

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