NHS PeoplePortal Programme Manager

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust NHS PeoplePortal Programme Manager The closing date is 11 October 2026 Apply for this job Job summary Band 8A Subject to Evaluation We are looking for a Project Manager role to provide senior leadership and delivery oversight for the implementation of the NHS PeoplePortal programme within Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust. You will have end-to-end responsibility for coordinating and driving local implementation, bringing together technical, data, testing, communications, training, engagement, process and organisational readiness activity into a single, coherent delivery programme. Working closely with the organisation's senior stakeholders, the national NHS PeoplePortal programme team and the K&M shared project team, you will ensure that the organisation is aligned to national requirements and milestones while effectively managing local dependencies, risks, priorities and operational requirements. This is a senior, hands-on programme delivery role requiring significant autonomy, judgement and influence. You will be expected to challenge constructively, resolve complex delivery issues, manage competing priorities and escalate appropriately, ensuring that the organisation remains on track for successful implementation and go-live. This position will not be supported for visa sponsorship. All applicants are expected to have valid right to work document to work in the UK when applying for this position. Main duties of the job The Project Manager will provide senior leadership and delivery oversight for the implementation of the NHS PeoplePortal programme within the organisation. The postholder will have end-to-end responsibility for coordinating and driving local implementation, bringing together technical, data, testing, communications, training, engagement, process and organisational readiness activity into a single, coherent delivery programme. Working closely with the organisation's senior stakeholders, the national NHS PeoplePortal programme team and the K&M shared project team, the postholder will ensure that the organisation is aligned to national requirements and milestones while effectively managing local dependencies, risks, priorities and operational requirements. This is a senior, hands-on programme delivery role requiring significant autonomy, judgement and influence. The postholder will be expected to challenge constructively, resolve complex delivery issues, manage competing priorities and escalate appropriately, ensuring that the organisation remains on track for successful implementation and go-live. The postholder will act as the principal local point of contact for the NHS PeoplePortal implementation and will provide senior-level assurance to organisational governance structures and the wider programme regarding progress, risks, readiness and delivery. About us We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress