Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Neurodevelopmental Services Improvement Programme Manager

The closing date is 28 December 2025

Job summary

Do you have proven experience of collaboration with and contribution to Neurodevelopmental networks (ND) at both regional and national levels along with driving forward national policy and priorities?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to lead the Children's Neurodevelopmental Programme in BCUHB. This role will play a pivotal part in leading the delivery of improved and sustainable outcomes for our population.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about service change, committed to improving patient outcomes, and skilled in leading complex programmes within a healthcare setting and with wider partners. You will be required to build on and maintain strong relationships with clinical and managerial staff across BCU, operating with autonomy and gaining confidence of internal and external stakeholders at all levels.

This is a North Wales regional post; the base can be flexible and agile working arrangements can be discussed.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Date posted

11 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£56,514 to £63,623 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-AC831-1225

Job locations

OpTIC Centre

St Asaph Business park

St Asaph

LL18 0JD


Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Job description

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree and/or management or professional qualification at diploma level or equivalent demonstrated knowledge
  • Masters in Healthcare related subject (or commitment to completing in 3 years) or equivalent experience.

Desirable

  • Management or professional qualification at post graduate level

Experience

Essential

  • Significant relevant management experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Evidence of ability to implement and manage change in a multi-agency environment
  • Ability to provide examples of real progress against key objectives in the development and delivery of services within the NHS
  • Experience of Financial and HR management in a complex organisation
  • Experience in managing human resource issues and conflict resolution
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree and/or management or professional qualification at diploma level or equivalent demonstrated knowledge
  • Masters in Healthcare related subject (or commitment to completing in 3 years) or equivalent experience.

Desirable

  • Management or professional qualification at post graduate level

Experience

Essential

  • Significant relevant management experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Evidence of ability to implement and manage change in a multi-agency environment
  • Ability to provide examples of real progress against key objectives in the development and delivery of services within the NHS
  • Experience of Financial and HR management in a complex organisation
  • Experience in managing human resource issues and conflict resolution

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

OpTIC Centre

St Asaph Business park

St Asaph

LL18 0JD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address

OpTIC Centre

St Asaph Business park

St Asaph

LL18 0JD


Employer's website

https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

CAMHS Programme Management Business Lead

Fiona Wright

Fiona.wright@wales.nhs.uk

03000854455

Details

Date posted

11 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£56,514 to £63,623 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

050-AC831-1225

Job locations

OpTIC Centre

St Asaph Business park

St Asaph

LL18 0JD


Supporting documents

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