Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Project Manager - Specialist Care Group

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs


Shropshire and Staffordshire, West Midlands
Permanent
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GBP 39,959 - 48,117 per year

Posted 11 day(s) ago

Reference: 301-ZR-26-8301957


Job summary

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship top undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

Do you like things being organised, love bringing people together, and want to help build things that matter?We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Business Development Team in the Specialist Care Group.You won't just be updating spreadsheets all day, you will be working alongside our team to co-ordinate service mobilisations, business developments, supporting tender submissions and business cases, tracking actions and helping deliver real projects in real time within our services based across England from Cumbria down to the Isle of Wight.We are looking for someone with experience of co-ordination and admin experience who is ready to develop their career path in project management. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

This vacancy may close early if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Main duties of the job

o To independently manage a range of projects and provide project support to large/complex projects to deliver change and service improvements across the organisation to ultimately benefit the service users and staff whilst supporting Senior Project Managerso Engaging effectively with Services within the Specialist Care Group, wider Trust Care Groups and corporate team leads to ensure effective delivery of programmes and projectso Support the development of bids/tenders and implementation of new service developmentso Manage the planning and execution of multiple projects.o Work closely with Project Managers and Business Leads to support Care Groups and Corporate Teams to deliver positive and sustainable change for service users and staff through effective delivery of projects and initiativeso Support the Project Managers/Owners on developing project documentation, including identifying project scope, milestones and priorityo Build positive relationships through good excellent communication and engagement with Stakeholderso Ensure projects remain on track by management of project actions and through the identification (and mitigation) of risks and issues

About us

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.

Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications

Please be aware that the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in completing application forms will be monitored to ensure fairness and transparency. If you have used AI, you must state this in your application.

Details
Date posted

22 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pa

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

301-ZR-26-8301957

Job locations

Mellor House

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom


Job description
Job responsibilities

Independently manage a range of projects and provide project support to large/complex projects to deliver change and service improvements across the organisation to ultimately benefit the service users and staff Engaging effectively with Services within the Specialist Care Group, wider Trust Care Groups and corporate team leads to ensure effective delivery of programmes and projects Support the development of bids/tenders and implementation of new service developments

Job description
Job responsibilities

Independently manage a range of projects and provide project support to large/complex projects to deliver change and service improvements across the organisation to ultimately benefit the service users and staff Engaging effectively with Services within the Specialist Care Group, wider Trust Care Groups and corporate team leads to ensure effective delivery of programmes and projects Support the development of bids/tenders and implementation of new service developments

Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
  • Project Management qualification i.e. Prince2/Agile/MSP
Desirable
  • Quality Improvement training or qualification
  • Benefits Management training
Experience
Essential
  • Experience of managing a project to successful delivery
  • Significant experience of supporting project teams within a project or programme environment
  • Experience in monitoring and reporting on project or programme progress in a variety of ways including standard reporting tools
  • Experience of supporting the development of bids/tenders
Desirable
  • Experience of business planning
  • Experience of group facilitation and management of multiple stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are delivered
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
  • Comprehensive skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications including MS Project, Powerpoint, Word, Excel
  • Knowledge and understanding of programme and project management structures and governance
  • Ability to keep accurate and up to date project documentation to report progress and assurance
Desirable
  • Knowledge of Specialist Care Group services and understanding of NHS systems, applications and processes
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
Essential
  • Project Management qualification i.e. Prince2/Agile/MSP
Desirable
  • Quality Improvement training or qualification
  • Benefits Management training
Experience
Essential
  • Experience of managing a project to successful delivery
  • Significant experience of supporting project teams within a project or programme environment
  • Experience in monitoring and reporting on project or programme progress in a variety of ways including standard reporting tools
  • Experience of supporting the development of bids/tenders
Desirable
  • Experience of business planning
  • Experience of group facilitation and management of multiple stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are delivered
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities
Essential
  • Comprehensive skills in the use of Microsoft Office applications including MS Project, Powerpoint, Word, Excel
  • Knowledge and understanding of programme and project management structures and governance
  • Ability to keep accurate and up to date project documentation to report progress and assurance
Desirable
  • Knowledge of Specialist Care Group services and understanding of NHS systems, applications and processes
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
Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mellor House

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details
Employer name

Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Mellor House

Stafford

ST16 3SR

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)