Job details
- Job reference: 248134
- Salary: Band 8B (£76,888 - £82,251)
- Job closing date: 01/07/2026
- Job Type: Administrative Services
- Location: Golden Jubilee University National Hospital
- Employment type: Permanent
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Job posted date: 17/06/2026
- Employer (NHS Board): NHS Golden Jubilee
- Department: Quality, Performance, Planning and Programmes
Do you have:
- a high level of programme management and technical skills?
- extensive experience within the NHS or another complex public sector organisation?
- the ability to oversee, lead and manage a diverse range of strategic programmes?
- effective communication, influencing and interpersonal skills?
NHS Golden Jubilee currently has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced senior programme manager to join the Quality, Performance, Planning and Programmes department. The post holder will play a central role in supporting delivery of the Board Strategy and will provide senior leadership of the Anchor Programme as a key element of the strategic portfolio.
You must be a highly motivated and confident leader with a demonstrable track record of success in a senior programme management role within a complex environment.
For an informal chat please contact Zaid Tariq on zaid.tariq@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.
This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.
NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.
Do you have:
- a high level of programme management and technical skills?
- extensive experience within the NHS or another complex public sector organisation?
- the ability to oversee, lead and manage a diverse range of strategic programmes?
- effective communication, influencing and interpersonal skills?
NHS Golden Jubilee currently has an exciting opportunity for a highly experienced senior programme manager to join the Quality, Performance, Planning and Programmes department. The post holder will play a central role in supporting delivery of the Board Strategy and will provide senior leadership of the Anchor Programme as a key element of the strategic portfolio.
You must be a highly motivated and confident leader with a demonstrable track record of success in a senior programme management role within a complex environment.
For an informal chat please contact Zaid Tariq on zaid.tariq@gjnh.scot.nhs.uk
NHS Golden Jubilee is open to considering flexible working options for this role.
This vacancy may close early if a high volume of applications is received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
As a disability confident leader we are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition covered by the Equality Act 2010 and need support for any stage of the recruitment process please refer to the job pack for more information.
NHS Golden Jubilee encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote a culture of inclusion across the organisation and are proud of the diverse workforce we have.
Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service can be found within the Job Pack.
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This advert is for Head of Programmes with NHS Golden Jubilee in Clydebank, West of Scotland, Scotland. It is listed as a Band 8 role. The advertised salary is £76,888 - £82,251. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 01 Jul 2026.
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