Job summary
The New Hospital Programme is more than building hospitals, it's a once in a generation opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in England. We're delivering over 40 new hospitals that will be modern, sustainable and built around the needs of patients and staff. We're looking for people who care about purpose, who thrive in complex environments and who want to help deliver change at scale for future generations.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Main duties of the job
We're seeking a experienced individual to support the Deputy Director of Future Hospitals in driving forward the Hospital 2.0 system within the New Hospital Programme (NHP). This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of healthcare delivery at both executive and tactical levels.
What we're looking for
- Proven expertise in change, transformation, and continuous improvement
- Experience delivering large-scale, complex programmes in healthcare or related sectors
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to drive innovation at pace
- A keen understanding of the NHS and wider healthcare systems
For more information on the NHP programme
Due to ongoing organisational change and developments, aspects of this role may be subject to change.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and understand that NHS England is currently undergoing a consultation process to finalise its structure, which may impact this role.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
- Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
- Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
- Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care
- Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation
- Delivering value for money.
If you would like to know more or require further information, please visithttps://www.england.nhs.uk/.
Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.
Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.
If successful at interview, we will initiate an Inter Authority Transfer (IAT) via the Electronic Staff Record (ESR). This retrieves key data from your current or previous NHS employer to support onboarding, including competency status, Continuous Service Dates (CSD), and annual leave entitlement. You may opt out at any stage of the recruitment process.
Details
Date posted
03 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8d
Salary
£91,342 to £105,337 a year per annum (exclusive of London Weighting)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
990-NHP-19368-E-A
Job locations
Any NHSE Office
National
SE1 8UG
Employer details
Employer name
NHS England
Address
Any NHSE Office
National
SE1 8UG
Employer's website
https://www.england.nhs.uk/about/working-for/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
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