About this role
Job summary At InHealth, were proud to be the largest provider of the NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) in England. Our Surrey and North East Hampshire (Jarvis) Breast Screening Service stands out as our flagship serving approximately 200,000 women over a 3-year cycle and operating with a dedicated team of over 50 professionals.
Were now seeking a dynamic Programme Manager to lead and shape the future of this service. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in womens health, overseeing one of the countrys most critical and far-reaching breast screening operations.
Main duties of the job As Programme Manager, youll be at the heart of our mission delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality screening services across our static unit at the Jarvis Breast Centre and five mobile units covering a vast geographic area. Youll:
Lead and plan the full delivery cycle of breast screening services
Ensure compliance with national KPIs and NHSE Service Specification No 24
Champion patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement
Oversee the day-to-day management of over 50 multidisciplinary staff
Act as CQC Registered Manager for private patients
Manage NHS Trust relationships across six referral sites for treatment
Take responsibility for service budgets, commercial performance, and audits
Drive service innovation and lead on clinical governance initiatives
About us
InHealth is the UKs largest specialist provider of diagnostic and healthcare solutions, working in partnership with the NHS for more than 30 years to make healthcare better for more than 5 million patients each year.
For clinical colleagues, that means delivering high-quality care within modern settings, with state-of-the-art equipment across a wide range of community, hospital and mobile settings.
With flexibility, strong learning and development opportunities, and the chance to support people at important moments in their healthcare journey, you can build a rewarding career while making a real difference locally and nationally.
InHealth is a place where you're trusted to do your job well, supported by people who value your expertise and give you the space to act on it. Teams show up for each other, leaders back your judgment and help remove blockers rather than create them.
New opportunities open as we grow - whether that's progressing, moving sideways or taking on something different as your strengths evolve. And everything we do is focussed on making healthcare better - for patients, partners and the people delivering care.
Read more about us here: Who We Are - InHealth Group.
Job description Job responsibilities
Jarvis Breast Centre, Surrey & North East Hampshire Full Time | Permanent Competitive salary + excellent benefits
Join the UKs Leading Provider of Breast Screening Services
At InHealth, were proud to be the largest provider of the NHS Breast Screening Programme (NHSBSP) in England. Our Surrey and North East Hampshire (Jarvis) Breast Screening Service stands out as our flagship serving approximately 200,000 women over a 3-year cycle and operating with a dedicated team of over 50 professionals.
Were now seeking a dynamic Programme Manager to lead and shape the future of this service. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in womens health, overseeing one of the countrys most critical and far-reaching breast screening operations.
What Youll Be Doing As Programme Manager, youll be at the heart of our mission delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality screening services across our static unit at the Jarvis Breast Centre and five mobile units covering a vast geographic area. Youll:
Lead and plan the full delivery cycle of breast screening services
Ensure compliance with national KPIs and NHSE Service Specification No 24
Champion patient-centered care and continuous quality improvement
Oversee the day-to-day management of over 50 multidisciplinary staff
Act as CQC Registered Manager for private patients
Manage NHS Trust relationships across six referral sites for treatment
Take responsibility for service budgets, commercial performance, and audits
Drive service innovation and lead on clinical governance initiatives
What Were Looking For This is a role for a strategic and empathetic leader with strong analytical acumen and a passion for clinical excellence. We're looking for someone who is:
A natural leader, mentor, and collaborator
Organised, proactive, and driven by quality care
Able to juggle competing priorities while staying focused on patient experience
Knowledgeable about breast screening pathways and NHS standards (experience with NBSS and BS Select is a bonus)
Experienced in managing contracts, budgets, and service level agreements
You Will Bring Proven ability in programme or operations management within healthcare
Strong grasp of data protection principles and governance
Excellent people management and development skills
Exceptional communication and problem-solving capabilities
A passion for empowering teams and improving outcomes for women
Why Join InHealth? Be part of a mission-led organisation thats reshaping diagnostic services across the UK
Work with a committed and passionate team delivering life-changing care
Benefit from continuous professional development opportunities
Access competitive benefits, wellbeing support, and flexible working
Enjoy the satisfaction of making a measurable difference in early cancer detection
Take Your Next Step in Leadership with Purpose If you're ready to lead a high-performing team and take ownership of one of the most impactful breast screening services in England, we want to hear from you.
Apply now to become our next Programme Manager and help shape the future of breast screening at InHealth.
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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 InHealth Group
Address Jarvis Breast Screening Centre
60 Stoughton Road
Guildford
Surrey
GU1 1LH
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.inhealthgroup.com/ (Opens in a new tab)