Referral Service Project Manager

Join an amazing charity that makes a difference for the 110,000 adults and children in the UK with a muscle-wasting condition. This is a role where you can really make a difference.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, particularly those from underrepresented groups including people from ethnic minority backgrounds, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with lived experience of conditions we represent. We believe that diversity strengthens our work and helps us better support our beneficiaries.

As part of our safer recruitment and safeguarding responsibilities, this role requires a DBS check and professional/character references. We are committed to inclusion and will consider each application fairly.

About you:

This is a terrific opportunity to play a fundamental role as Referral Service Project Manager at Muscular Dystrophy UK s as we pilot a new referral system to ensure timely, holistic, and emotionally supportive care for individuals and families affected by muscle-wasting and weakening conditions.

• You'll support the development, delivery, and evaluation of this pilot, working closely with healthcare professionals, internal teams, and colleagues across the charity to embed the system and create a scalable framework for national rollout.
  
• You will play a dynamic role requiring strong project management skills, stakeholder engagement, and adaptability to evolving priorities.

• You'll work closely with the Head of Regional Support and Outreach/Director of Services and Support

About us:

Muscular Dystrophy UK is a charity that connects a community of more than 110,000 people living with one of over 60 muscle wasting conditions, and all the people around them. So everyone can get the healthcare, support and treatments needed to feel good, mentally and physically.

This is an exciting time to join Muscular Dystrophy UK. We recently launched our new 10 year strategy to transform the lives of people living with muscle wasting conditions. Our vision is clear, a world without limits for people with muscle wasting conditions, and we won t stop until we achieve it.

Values and behaviours:

• A positive attitude and approach that reflect the charity s values.

• Seek opportunities to contribute to the development of the charity.

• A commitment to and an understanding of disability issues, equality, diversity and inclusion.

• Always demonstrate role model behaviour.
  
  

Benefits:

We appreciate the range of skills and experience our staff have to offer. In return for your enthusiasm and commitment we commit to actively developing and supporting you. We believe in supporting our people both professionally and personally.

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote wellbeing, work life balance, and career development. Our offer range of benefits includes great pension contributions, life insurance, cycle scheme, health cash plan, employee assistance programme, instant retail and events discounts, and much more

Location: We operate a hybrid model (home and office, London SE1).

Closing date: Sunday,15th February 2026

NB Interview will be on a rolling basis: We will actively interview and reserve the right to close this advert once we find the right candidate

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