Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Head of Transformation Projects

The closing date is 11 March 2026

Job summary

The DDaT Head of Transformation Projects leads large-scale digital and clinical transformation initiatives, providing senior strategic oversight and driving complex system-wide change. This highly specialist role requires extensive experience in programme governance, stakeholder engagement, digital technical understanding, and the ability to influence executive leaders. The postholder manages high-profile projects, oversees benefits realisation, ensures compliance with digital standards, and develops team capability to support long-term transformation across the organisation.

Main duties of the job

  • Leadership and Partners
  • Managing Change
  • Digital/Technical Experience
  • Improving Patient Care, Digital Inclusion and accessibility
  • Increase Staff Productivity and Free-up Time
  • Governance and Reporting Measurable Performance Improvements
  • Staff Management
  • Education and Training/Self-Development
  • Research and Development

Please see attached JD for further details...

About us

Developmentand staff wellbeing

Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.

To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.

We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.

Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.

At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

Details

Date posted

02 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£70,396 to £80,837 a year Pro rata, pa, incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7791932-DE-DK-Z

Job locations

KRFT

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

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Job description

Job responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document/s which contains more information about the role in the job description and person specification***

NB: ensure your supporting statement aligns with the job description and person specification, as your application will be assessed against these criteria.

Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Appropriate qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate experience
Person Specification

Education

Essential

  • Appropriate qualification

Experience

Essential

  • Appropriate experience

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

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

KRFT

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

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


Employer details

Employer name

Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust

Address

KRFT

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Employer's website

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


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Director

Ben Homer

benhomer@nhs.net

02085467711

Details

Date posted

02 March 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£70,396 to £80,837 a year Pro rata, pa, incl. HCAS

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

396-7791932-DE-DK-Z

Job locations

KRFT

Galsworthy Road

Kingston

KT2 7QB


Supporting documents

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