We are looking for a Senior Programme Manager for the WorkWell programme at Lancashire Skills and Employment Hub in Preston. The role is fixed‑term until 31/03/2029, full time 37 hrs per week, salary £46,142‑£51,356 per annum.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Leading the day‑to‑day delivery and oversight of the WorkWell programme across Lancashire, ensuring high‑quality, person‑centred services.
- Managing performance, risks, and reporting – including highlight reports, data insights, and recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Building strong partnerships with employers, delivery partners, ICB teams, DWP, and wider stakeholders to drive integration and successful outcomes.
- Overseeing contracts, KPIs, budgets, quality assurance, and compliance across the programme.
- Leading communications activity including events, case studies, digital content, and ongoing engagement with partners and communities of practice.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience managing complex projects or programmes, ideally within employability, health or skills settings.
- Strong relationship‑building skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate across organisations.
- Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills – comfortable interpreting data, producing reports, and presenting with confidence.
- A proactive and adaptable problem‑solver with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of employment and skills policy, particularly DWP and local labour‑market considerations, with a commitment to equality, inclusion and high‑quality service delivery.
Benefits
- A competitive salary and Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
- 26 days annual leave, which increases with length of service, plus 8 bank holidays, 2 additional statutory bank holidays and the option to buy additional leave each year.
- Staff discount scheme in partnership with Vivup, providing discounts across UK retailers.
- Access to development and career opportunities.
Additional Information
Closing Date: 29/04/2026. Interview Date: 07/05/2026.
The post requires a car for business use. Applicants who cannot drive may be considered in line with disability accommodation provisions.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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