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Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
About
The Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH) is one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in the UK, with a national and international reputation for the excellence of its services and its role in teaching and research.
Find out more about the Trust on their web-site at www.ouh.nhs.uk
Watch how OUH goes about delivering compassionate excellence on the ouhnhs YouTube channel
Contact
- Address
- Oxford Univ Hosps NHS Foundation Trust
- OUHC HR Department,
- 3rd Floor Unipart House Business Centre
- Garsington Road
- Oxford
- Oxfordshire
- OX4 2PG
- Contact Number
- 01865 741186
Assistant Project Manager
Accepting applications until: 20-Nov-2026 23:59
Vacancy status: Open
Accepting applications until: 20-Nov-2026 23:59
Key details
Location
- Site
- John Radcliffe Hospital
- Address
- Headley Way
- Town
- Oxford
- Postcode
- OX3 9DU
- Major / Minor Region
- Oxfordshire
Contract type & working pattern
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Salary
- Salary
- £39,959 - £48,117 per annum/pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Grade
- (Band 6)
Specialty
- Main area
- Medicine, Rehabilitation and Cardiothoracic
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research.
The Trust comprises of four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence.
Many of our recruitment programmes use Value Based Interviewing to identify those who have the skills we seek, who share our values and who are able to deliver compassionate excellence from the outset. We know that this makes a significant difference to your job satisfaction and above all the outcomes and experience of our patients and their families. For more information about our Values and Value Based Interviewing please visit www.ouh.nhs.uk/about/vision-and-values
Job overview
The Assistant Project Manager, will work across the Division and Directorates to:
· Lead and deliver projects and service improvement programmes that support organisational objectives.
· Manage projects from initiation through to implementation and evaluation, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales, budgets, and quality standards.
· Support the delivery of Cost Improvement Programmes (CIPs) from identification through to, assessment, planning, track, and ultimately delivery.
· Provide structured programme management support to improve grip, pacing, and delivery confidence.
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· To support and guide the Division in the management of projects including the delivery of CIPs. Ensure that the Divisional Management Team has the right information and knowledge at the right time to exercise authority properly.
· Identify opportunities for service improvement and efficiency.
· Apply recognised project management and improvement methodologies to deliver sustainable change.
· Support the implementation of new ways of working and ensure benefits are realised.
· Contribute to organisational transformation programmes and strategic objectives.
· Ensure robust governance arrangements are in place so that quality, safety, and patient experience are not compromised.
Working for our organisation
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching trusts in the country. It provides a wide range of general and specialist clinical services and is a base for medical education, training and research. Find out more here www.ouh.nhs.uk
The Trust comprises four hospitals - the John Radcliffe Hospital, Churchill Hospital and Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre in Headington and the Horton General Hospital in Banbury.
Our values, standards and behaviours define the quality of clinical care we offer and the professional relationships we make with our patients, colleagues and the wider community. We call this Delivering Compassionate Excellence and its focus is on our values of compassion, respect, learning, delivery, improvement and excellence. These values put patients at the heart of what we do and underpin the quality healthcare we would like for ourselves or a member of our family. Watch how we set out to deliver compassionate excellence via the OUH YouTube channel.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Operational
· To support and guide the Division in the management of projects including the delivery of CIPs. Ensure that the Divisional Management Team has the right information and knowledge at the right time to exercise authority properly.
· Identify opportunities for service improvement and efficiency.
· Apply recognised project management and improvement methodologies to deliver sustainable change.
· Support the implementation of new ways of working and ensure benefits are realised.
· Contribute to organisational transformation programmes and strategic objectives.
· Ensure robust governance arrangements are in place so that quality, safety, and patient experience are not compromised.
Project Management
· Support projects including service redesign, capital purchases, refurbishments, redevelopment, and new builds, in accordance with the Trust’s project management policies, procedures and processes.
· Establish and support managing an effective project team to include user representatives.
· Develop a Project Initiation Document and detailed project plans to ensure delivery of the project to agreed budget, programme, scope, and quality standards, taking account of interdependencies between projects. Monitor and update the plans on a regular basis.
· Support and manage to ensure the successful delivery of the projects within an acute hospital environment, managing conflicting demands, whilst minimising any potential disruption or disturbance to patients, staff, or other visitors.
· Ensure that all aspects of the projects are managed based on best practice, promoting sustainability, and working towards enhancing patient care and experience.
· Responsible for ensuring the correct governance procedures are adhered to.
Reporting
· Produce regular reports.
· Report monthly (including Highlight Report, Exception Report, Risk Log etc) as required by the Divisional Efficiency, Productivity & Cost Improvement (EPCIP) Board and provide other updates as required by the Divisional Management Team. .
Scheduling / Programme
· Develop, monitor and keep up to date an overall programme / schedule for the project to ensure that the project is delivered to the agreed timescale, taking account of any dependencies, and checking for any changes to the critical path.
Scope and Change Control
· Establish and implement robust project monitoring and change control systems, ensuring that all proposed changes are logged, and decisions recorded.
Business case and design development
· Work with the Divisional Management and clinical/operational services in developing the project from initial scoping to Project Initiation Document and where required, support the development of Outline Business Case and Full Business Case, including undertaking options appraisals and feasibility studies for preferred options.
Sexual Safety Charter: In 2023 NHS England launched its first sexual safety charter, and our Trust proudly signed it. We pledge zero tolerance for inappropriate sexual behaviour and commit to the ten core principles
Oxford University Hospitals promotes a safe, respectful hiring environment.
If you want to make a difference with us, come and join our team. Together, we will uphold the highest standards of care and professionalism.
Vacancy Closures: Please note, this vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications are received.
Visa and Immigration: Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is able to offer Certificates of Sponsorship for all eligible roles for a Skilled Worker Visa without exception, provided the role meets the minimum salary and skill level criteria set by the Home Office (UKVI). All eligible candidates will be considered with equal consideration at all stages of the application and recruitment process. Skilled worker: Health and Care Visa | NHS Employers / Work in the UK - GOV.UK
COVID-19: The COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. If you are unvaccinated there is helpful advice and information at Oxfordshire County Council Website where you can also find out more about how to access vaccination.
Probation Period: This post is subject to a 6 month probationary period. If you currently hold a contract of employment with the Oxford University Hospitals, this will not apply. This statement does not apply to Medical staff or Executive Appointments.
Referencing: When providing employment reference details please provide correct work related email addresses so references can be sought promptly when we are looking to progress your application. Your first referee will need to be your line manager, supervisor or clinical lead from your current or most recent post or place of study. Please note that if you have previously worked for the Trust we will require a reference from your last Manager, this information is essential if your offer of employment is to be confirmed.
To note: Applicants must write their own applications. If AI tools are used, the application may be rejected as this document is crucial for assessment. This does not prevent you from seeking support via AI with applications for the purposes of any disability and/or long-term health conditions.
When using AI to help write your application, it is important to personalise it, especially your supporting statement. While AI can simplify the process, it will not fully understand the job's requirements and/or be able to showcase your skills, knowledge, and experience. Write your statement to show why you are interested in the role and how you would be a valued member of the team/OUH employee.
No unsolicited recruitment agency telephone calls or emails.
Applicant requirements
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Qualifications
Desirable criteria
- Qualifications
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience
Desirable criteria
- Experience
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Essential criteria
- Knowledge, skills and abilities
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge, skills and abilities
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Claire Cheetham
- Job title
- Divisional Business and Projects Manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Additional information
Jessica Slater - Deputy Divisional Head of Operations (Medicine, Rehabilitation and Cardiothoracic Division) - [email protected]
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