Job summary
North Manchester General Hospital - New Hospital Project
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust has ambitious plans to transform healthcare in North Manchester through the North Manchester General Hospital (NMGH) Redevelopment Programme which will deliver a newhospital and health campus at the existing North Manchester General Hospital site. This major investment will support the transformation of how we deliver our services and create modern facilities that support world-class clinical care for our communities.
This role provides a unique opportunity to be part of one of the largest public sector health transformation programmes being delivered across Manchester.
The New Hospital Target Operating Model (TOM) Programme Manager shall be responsible for the planning, co-ordination and management of this critical workstream.
Main duties of the job
The New Hospital TOM Programme Manager will undertake and support the delivery of the following key activities:
- Provide dedicated Programme Management support to the TOM Workstream and its Delivery Groups.
- Oversee, plan and co-ordinate the required input of subject matter experts (SMEs) including clinical, estates, facilities management, workforce, digital and operations into the development of key products and required outputs.
- Manage inter-dependencies across the TOM Workstream between subject matter experts to clarify requirements and progress delivery.
- Define and track the delivery progress of the TOM Workstream.
- Plan and co-ordinate the work of the Design & TOM Management Group and other groups within the TOM Workstream.
- To plan, co-ordinate and lead stakeholder engagement across the TOM Workstream.
About us
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester.
As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust-wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities.
MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high-impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development.
Join us to make a lasting impact--help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation, and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The New Hospital TOM Programme Manager shall be responsible for providing planning, co-ordination and management support to the development and implementation of the Target Operating Model (TOM) including the work of its various delivery groups as well as liaising and supporting the digital & other workstreams as may be necessary. The postholder will lead the development and implementation of the underpinning processes, systems, tools and templates to facilitate the effective tracking and delivery of the TOM Workstream including leading the risk management and planning processes aligning this to the work and processes established by the New Hospital Project Office and H2.0 Model. It is expected that the role shall also provide active delivery support to the work of the TOM Workstream and the production of the deliverables required. The TOM Programme Manager shall also be responsible for ensuring alignment and co-ordination between all workstreams and workstream activities and deliverables with reference to the TOM.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The New Hospital TOM Programme Manager shall be responsible for providing planning, co-ordination and management support to the development and implementation of the Target Operating Model (TOM) including the work of its various delivery groups as well as liaising and supporting the digital & other workstreams as may be necessary. The postholder will lead the development and implementation of the underpinning processes, systems, tools and templates to facilitate the effective tracking and delivery of the TOM Workstream including leading the risk management and planning processes aligning this to the work and processes established by the New Hospital Project Office and H2.0 Model. It is expected that the role shall also provide active delivery support to the work of the TOM Workstream and the production of the deliverables required. The TOM Programme Manager shall also be responsible for ensuring alignment and co-ordination between all workstreams and workstream activities and deliverables with reference to the TOM.
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.
Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place
To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply.
To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided.
Closing vacancy listings early
We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged.
Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application
Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone.
Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Degree in relevant discipline/ or demonstration of relevant transferrable knowledge and experience.
- Post graduate qualification to Masters level or equivalent experience.
- Foundation-level programme or project management qualification, e.g.P30, Prince 2 or MSP or demonstration of equivalent experience/relevant transferrable knowledge and skills.
- Knowledge and experience of designing and facilitating service improvement, transformation or capital projects/events to identify opportunities for redesign and sustainable improvement.
- Knowledge and experience of Programme and Project management including planning, risk management and benefits realisation.
- A good understanding of the dynamics of the NHS and the values of the UK Public Sector.
- Experience in driving change management processes and projects, facilitating stakeholder alignment, and ensuring successful mapping, development and implementation of TOMs across functional areas.
- Experience of delivering operational and policy related projects within a healthcare or construction environment
Desirable
- Knowledge and an understanding of clinical and nonclinical hospital processes, hospital operations and clinical and non-clinical work flows.
- Knowledge and an understanding of Clinical Models of Care and Non-Clinical Delivery Models.
- Knowledge and an understanding of technical design processes and technical drawings.
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Degree in relevant discipline/ or demonstration of relevant transferrable knowledge and experience.
- Post graduate qualification to Masters level or equivalent experience.
- Foundation-level programme or project management qualification, e.g.P30, Prince 2 or MSP or demonstration of equivalent experience/relevant transferrable knowledge and skills.
- Knowledge and experience of designing and facilitating service improvement, transformation or capital projects/events to identify opportunities for redesign and sustainable improvement.
- Knowledge and experience of Programme and Project management including planning, risk management and benefits realisation.
- A good understanding of the dynamics of the NHS and the values of the UK Public Sector.
- Experience in driving change management processes and projects, facilitating stakeholder alignment, and ensuring successful mapping, development and implementation of TOMs across functional areas.
- Experience of delivering operational and policy related projects within a healthcare or construction environment
Desirable
- Knowledge and an understanding of clinical and nonclinical hospital processes, hospital operations and clinical and non-clinical work flows.
- Knowledge and an understanding of Clinical Models of Care and Non-Clinical Delivery Models.
- Knowledge and an understanding of technical design processes and technical drawings.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
