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Job summary

Main area
Neurodevelopment
Grade
Band 8a
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week
Job ref
050-AC831-1225
Employer
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Employer type
NHS
Site
OpTIC Centre
Town
St Asaph
Salary
£56,514 - £63,623 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
28/12/2025 23:59

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Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board logo

Neurodevelopmental Services Improvement Programme Manager

Band 8a

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme. We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

 

 

Job overview

Do you have proven experience of collaboration with and contribution to Neurodevelopmental networks (ND) at both regional and national levels along with driving forward national policy and priorities?

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to lead the Children’s Neurodevelopmental Programme in BCUHB. This role will play a pivotal part in leading the delivery of improved and sustainable outcomes for our population. 

 

Main duties of the job

We are seeking an individual who is passionate about service change, committed to improving patient outcomes, and skilled in leading complex programmes within a healthcare setting and with wider partners.   You will be required to build on and maintain strong relationships with clinical and managerial staff across BCU, operating with autonomy and gaining confidence of internal and external stakeholders at all levels. 

This is a North Wales regional post; the base can be flexible and agile working arrangements can be discussed.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Working for our organisation

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB)  North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and ‘Proud to Lead’ competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the “Disability Confident Employer” scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh.  Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click “Apply now” to view in Trac

Person specification

Qualifications

Essential criteria
  • Degree and/or management or professional qualification at diploma level or equivalent demonstrated knowledge
  • Masters in Healthcare related subject (or commitment to completing in 3 years) or equivalent experience.
Desirable criteria
  • Management or professional qualification at post graduate level

Experience

Essential criteria
  • Significant relevant management experience working with multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Evidence of ability to implement and manage change in a multi-agency environment
  • Ability to provide examples of real progress against key objectives in the development and delivery of services within the NHS
  • Experience of Financial and HR management in a complex organisation
  • Experience in managing human resource issues and conflict resolution

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Working ForwardApprenticeships logoDisability confident leaderStonewall Top 100Stop Smoking Wales is the NHS Smoking Cessation Service in WalesMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.hyderus o ran anableddTime to changeStonewall Top 100 EmployersCore principles

Applicant requirements

The postholder will have access to vulnerable people in the course of their normal duties and as such this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Welsh language skills are desirable

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Fiona Wright
Job title
CAMHS Programme Management Business Lead
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
03000 854455
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