Quality and Safety Project Manager £55,690-£62,682 per annum (Sponsorship Available)

Quality and Safety Project Manager £55,690-£62,682 per annum (Sponsorship Available)

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Quality and Safety Project Manager to lead strategic projects across CUH and the wider campus. This Band 8a role supports the Chief Nurse and Chief Medical Officer portfolios and plays a pivotal role in delivering the Trust's vision and strategy.

Job Title: Quality and Safety Project Manager
Company: Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom
Salary: £55,690-£62,682 per annum (Band 8a, pro rata)
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full-Time (Flexible arrangements considered)
Department: Chief Nurse Portfolio
Job Reference: Not specified
Closing Date: 26 November 2025
Interview Date: 10 December 2025
DBS Requirement: Yes
Visa Sponsorship: Available under UKVI Skilled Worker route (subject to eligibility)

About the Trust

CUH is one of the UK's leading NHS Foundation Trusts, committed to delivering safe, kind, and excellent care. The Trust offers a supportive work environment, development opportunities, and a wide range of staff benefits including subsidised transport, 24/7 hot food, and dedicated staff break spaces.

Role Overview

The Project Manager will oversee the delivery of quality and safety initiatives, ensuring alignment with the Trust's strategic goals. You'll manage complex programmes, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and drive progress through expert negotiation and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategic projects under the Chief Nurse's direction
• Coordinate work streams and ensure programme coherence
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and maintain project momentum
• Develop performance indicators and monitor delivery
• Produce business cases and manage project budgets
• Support change management and benefits realisation
• Prepare reports and present findings to senior leadership

Required Skills and Experience

• Master's degree or equivalent experience
• Project management training or equivalent experience
• Extensive experience managing large-scale projects using recognised methodologies (e.g. Prince2)
• Strong negotiation, influencing, and facilitation skills
• Experience in change management, risk assessment, and performance tracking
• Advanced ICT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, project tools)
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to work autonomously and adapt during change
• Understanding of information governance and professional accountability
• Prince2 Practitioner or equivalent certification
• Experience producing policies and working across multidisciplinary teams
• Knowledge of business case methodology and budgeting
• Experience in NHS or healthcare project environments

What We Offer

• Competitive Band 8a salary
• Flexible working arrangements
• On-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse, and nurseries
• Reduced cost travel and subsidised parking
• Supportive culture and professional development opportunities

CUH is committed to diversity, inclusion, and supporting staff from all backgrounds. Applications are welcomed from the Armed Forces and individuals requiring visa sponsorship.

DBS Check Requirement

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

26 November 2025
Early applications are encouraged due to high interest in this position.