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Programme Manager

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Abercynon, CF45 4SN £58,379 – £65,723 a year Permanent Posted 26 August 2026 Apply by 9 September 2026

Home Office register entry: Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board, Abercynon

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Role description

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Programme Manager to lead on a diverse range of programmes across CTMUHB which underpin the organisations strategic objectives.

Working within the Transformation Team the Programme Manager will lead the implementation and delivery of a number of high-profile programmes and workstreams. The initial focus for the postholder will be to support regional planning for diagnostics. The current governance arrangements for the regional diagnostics programmes of work are attached separately.

Main duties of the job

The Programme Manager will lead and manage a range of strategic programmes and projects, ensuring that a recognised programme management approach is built into all aspects of the work.

Co-ordinate and deliver the workstreams within the Programme maintaining a planning framework with supporting processes for both long and short term programme objectives.

Work with senior managers and teams to identify opportunities for continual service improvement by utilising programme and project management methodologies.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

We listen, learn, and improve

We treat everyone with respect

We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.

Details

Date posted

26 August 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£58,379 to £65,723 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

110-AC195-0826

Job locations

Unit 3 Ynysmeurig House

Navigation Park

Abercynon

CF45 4SN

United Kingdom


Job description

Job 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 and Knowledge

Essential

  • Educated to master's degree level or equivalent experience
  • Project and/or Programme management office qualification, PRINCE2, MSP or equivalent experience

Desirable

  • Evidence of continued professional development

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of management and managing successful projects at a senior level
  • Significant experience of successfully delivering change projects in complex and challenging programme environments
  • Experience of effective stakeholder working with external bodies

Desirable

  • Experience of working within the NHS

Skills and Attributes

Essential

  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills
  • Track record of complex problem solving in a project management environment

Desirable

  • Advanced IT skills in a range of desktop applications e.g., Excel, Power BI

Other

Essential

  • Travel around Wales, and possibly further afield on a regular basis

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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Employer details

Employer name

Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board

Address

Unit 3 Ynysmeurig House

Navigation Park

Abercynon

CF45 4SN

United Kingdom


Employer's website

https://joinctm.wales/

Last verified against our ingestion on 26 August 2026; sponsor register dataset 2026-08-25.