South Bristol locality has been chosen as one of the 43 places to be included in the first phase of the National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme (NNHIP), a new and exciting national project. Within South Bristol, there are three pilot projects running, aligned with the local Primary Care Network (PCN). Partners in the Swift PCN geography originally agreed to focus their project on building on the successful delivery of mental health group sessions provided by Mental Health Workers based in the GP practice, jointly funded by Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership (AWP). Due to the recent allocation of funding, the original proposal has developed into four bespoke sessions focusing on the contribution of positive mental health to wellbeing, and four further sessions hosting partners to help address the wider determinants of health such as housing and food poverty. The target cohort across South Bristol is aligned with the recommendations of Healthier Together 2040 report, with the cohort being adults aged 20‑64 diagnosed with at least three of the following: diabetes, hypertension, pain, anxiety and depression.
For the project’s success, a project manager is required to oversee and lead on the implementation of the project. The project manager will work closely with the care co‑ordinator to lead and deliver on the project‑associated work. Whilst the project manager will be employed by the PCN, they will be working closely with local partners.
Responsibilities
- Managing project finances with the PCN Network Manager and Finance Manager
- Reporting project progress at agreed intervals to the PCN Network Manager and Swift NNHP project board
- Maintaining an up‑to‑date suite of project documentation
- Managing data collection and contributing to the development of data collection systems
- Preparing reports and information to be shared internally and externally
- Liaising with colleagues to learn from previous projects, implementing best practice and connecting this project to the wider piece of work
- Developing and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- Participating in and supporting all relevant internal and external meetings
- Liaising with multiple individuals in the community, including those leading Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations, those with lived experience and those who are the target of our interventions
- Managing and delivering initiatives within the project plan
- Working closely with and allocating work packages to the project care co‑ordinator
- Working closely with the PCN Network Manager to ensure the project’s timely delivery
- Working closely with the locality PCN managers and locality managers
- Contributing to the implementation of the wider NNHP programme
Qualifications
- Educated to relevant degree level or equivalent experience (Essential)
- Project management qualification or equivalent experience (Essential)
- PRINCE2 Practitioner qualification (Desirable)
- Ability to work with ambiguity and experience delivering to changing deadlines (Essential)
- Experience of setting up and implementing internal processes and procedures (Essential)
- Ability to communicate clearly with a range of stakeholders (Essential)
- Experience in creating and delivering presentations (Essential)
- Ability to motivate others (Essential)
- Demonstrated experience of coordinating projects (Essential)
- Reliable and takes ownership of tasks (Essential)
- Experience working in a healthcare environment (Desirable)
- Experience working with partners in the Voluntary Community Social Enterprise (VCSE) sector (Desirable)
- Experience of monitoring budgets (Desirable)
Swift Primary Care Network (PCN) with the local partnership organisations are seeking a project manager to support delivery of the local National Neighbourhood Health Implementation Programme (NNHIP) project. NHS England and the Department of Health and Social Care launched NNHP in July 2025 and has recruited 43 places, including South Bristol. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of something new with national support and opportunity for innovation. The project manager position is ideal for an individual who has great interpersonal skills, is confident in leading on change and wants to play a pivotal role in delivering neighbourhood health. This position is for a fixed term of one year, with an annual salary of £40,716. The hours required are 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE) and can be worked flexibly, although attendance at key meetings will be required. Working will be hybrid, with some hours worked in the office and some worked at home. The Lennard Surgery will host the role on behalf of the PCN and line management will be carried out by the PCN manager.
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