The UEC Programme Director will lead the strategic and operational delivery of the Trust’s Urgent and Emergency Care programme, improving patient flow, emergency department performance, discharge pathways and collaboration across hospital, community and system partners. Candidates are expected to have substantial senior programme or healthcare management experience, with a strong understanding of NHS urgent care, service transformation, performance improvement and change management. The role requires excellent leadership, communication, financial and analytical skills, together with the ability to influence clinicians, operational teams and external stakeholders. The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering measurable improvements, managing complex risks and dependencies, and ensuring that programmes support safe, high-quality and timely patient care.
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is a major teaching and acute hospital organisation serving Plymouth, West Devon and surrounding communities. Its services include emergency and urgent care, medical and surgical specialties, maternity, children’s services, critical care, diagnostics and specialist regional services. The Trust operates University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Medical Education Centre and works closely with the University of Plymouth, local authorities, community providers and other NHS organisations. Derriford Hospital is the Trust’s principal site and a key referral centre for the wider Devon and Cornwall region. The organisation employs a large multidisciplinary workforce and focuses on safe patient care, clinical quality, education, research and service transformation. Its urgent and emergency care work is central to improving access, patient flow and coordinated care across the wider health and care system.
The United Kingdom offers extensive opportunities in healthcare, technology, engineering, education, finance and public services, with NHS roles available across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Its culture is diverse and generally values professionalism, punctuality, privacy and respectful communication. Lifestyle varies from major cities to coastal and rural communities; Plymouth offers seaside living, outdoor activities and comparatively accessible housing, although costs have risen. Public transport is widely available, and the NHS provides substantial employment benefits, including pension schemes and annual leave. Visa requirements depend on nationality and role. Overseas healthcare professionals commonly use the Health and Care Worker visa, while other eligible workers may require a Skilled Worker visa and employer sponsorship. Applicants should check official UK government guidance, professional registration requirements and NHS recruitment conditions before relocating. Planning should include accommodation, right-to-work documents, tax, healthcare registration and school or family arrangements.
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