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Radiotherapy Network Programme Manager
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
The closing date is 15 July 2026
Job Summary
This post is hosted by the Radiotherapy Department at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust and the principle base of the network is located here physically, however, the Programme Manager is equally accountable to Humber Health Partnership and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and will need to foster positive working relationships with all teams. Therefore, some travel is necessitated. You will work across multiple different teams in this role. All of these team provide different input and support for the Yorkshire and Humber Radiotherapy Network. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will support the work of the network.
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Yorkshire and Humber Radiotherapy Network for a Programme Manager to join the team on a permanent basis. The network is well-established with a clear annual workplan designed to meet the aims of NHS England's Radiotherapy Transformation programme, enable collaborative working between NHS Provider organisations and ensure access to modern, safe and effective Radiotherapy treatment for the population of Yorkshire & Humberside. Aside from the three NHS Provider organisations; The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, Humber Health Partnership and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, the network also works closely with NHS England Specialised Commissioners, ICBs, Cancer Alliances and professional bodies. The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Project or Programme Manager with experience in managing change and transformation, managing diverse stakeholders and interpreting and implementing policy changes.
About Us
The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is committed to delivering the highest quality and safest treatment and care to every patient, every time. Our vision is to provide the highest quality specialist and integrated care. We will do this through delivery of our multi-year goals and strategic priorities, which you can read about on this page. Central to it all is The Leeds Way our values and behaviours that are at the heart of everything we do.
Details
- Date posted: 30 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 8a
- Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
- Reference number: 001423
- Job locations: St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7TF, United Kingdom
Job Description
Job responsibilities
- For Questions About This Job, Contact:
- Name: Peter Enever
- Position: Head of Radiotherapy
- Email: peter.enever@nhs.net
- Phone number: 01132067456
- Shortlisting Date: 15/07/2026
- Interview Date: 23/07/2026
Job Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Yorkshire and Humber Radiotherapy Network for a Programme Manager to join the team on a permanent basis.
The network is well-established with a clear annual workplan designed to meet the aims of NHS England’s Radiotherapy Transformation programme, enable collaborative working between NHS Provider organisations and ensure access to modern, safe and effective Radiotherapy treatment for the population of Yorkshire & Humberside.
Aside from the three NHS Provider organisations; The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust, Humber Health Partnership and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals, the network also works closely with NHS England Specialised Commissioners, ICBs, Cancer Alliances and professional bodies.
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The ideal candidate for this role is an experienced Project or Programme Manager with experience in managing change and transformation, managing diverse stakeholders and interpreting and implementing policy changes.
Why you should join our Team
This post is hosted by the Radiotherapy Department at The Leeds Teaching Hospitals Trust and the principle base of the network is located here physically, however, the Programme Manager is equally accountable to Humber Health Partnership and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals and will need to foster positive working relationships with all teams. Therefore, some travel is necessitated.
You will work across multiple different teams in this role. All of these team provide different input and support for the Yorkshire and Humber Radiotherapy Network. We are looking for a dynamic individual who will support the work of the network.
What You Will Bring To The Role
The Radiotherapy Network Programme Manager will be responsible for the delivery of the annual workplan, which has been designed to enable compliance of services with NHS England Service Specifications and the Radiotherapy Transformation Programme, as well as promoting collaboration between radiotherapy providers within the region. The key pillars of the workplan include Network Operations & Infrastructure, Workforce Sustainability, Technology & Innovation, and Quality and Patient Experience. The Programme Manager will manage each workstream and associated projects, identifying new opportunities for improvement concurrently with established pieces of work. The successful candidate will need to be comfortable managing multiple, competing priorities, working to tight deadlines, maintaining a high level of accountability and self-motivation to drive the workplan.
About Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust
Our values are part of what make us different from other trusts, so we see this as a strength, as well as a responsibility. They have been developed by our staff and set out what they see as important to how we work. Our five values are:
- Patient-centred
- Collaborative
- Fair
- Accountable
- Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
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Our Values Are Part Of What Make Us Different From Other Trusts, So We See This As a Strength, As Well As a Responsibility. They Have Been Developed By Our Staff And Set Out What They See As Important To How We Work. Our Five Values Are:
- Patient-centred
- Collaborative
- Fair
- Accountable
- Empowered
All our actions and endeavours will be guided and evaluated through these values
We’re committed to recruiting exceptional people to deliver outstanding services across Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust and helping every colleague reach their full potential. We’re looking for a compassionate, inclusive, and collaborative leader who shares our values and can build strong partnerships. We warmly invite applications from people from a variety of backgrounds and sectors, and are especially keen to hear from individuals from a minority ethnic background. We’re dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and has a true sense of belonging, as we work together to deliver the best in healthcare to the people of Leeds and beyond.
Sponsorship Eligibility
To comply with UK Government regulations on Skilled Worker sponsorship, Leeds Teaching Hospital NHS Trust is unable to provide sponsorship to applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria or the salary threshold concessions set out under the Skilled Worker visa route. Please take this into consideration before submitting your application. Full guidance on these concessions, including details of who may qualify, can be found here.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive a high number of suitable applications.
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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.
Employer details
- Employer name: Leeds Teaching Hospitals
- Address: St James’s University Hospital, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 7TF, United Kingdom
- Employer's website: https://www.leedsth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
- For Questions About The Job, Contact:
- Head of Radiotherapy: Peter Enver
- Email: peter.enever@nhs.net
Details
- Date posted: 30 June 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 8a
- Salary: £57,528 to £64,750 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time
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