Working Denbighshire Programme Manager – Economic Inactivity Trailblazer
| Posting date: | 23 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24.46 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Pay Rate: £24.46 per hour PAYE |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 15 January 2026 |
| Location: | Rhyl, Denbighshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Neway International Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | OR20024 |
Summary
Neway International are seeking a Working Denbighshire Programme Manager – Economic Inactivity Trailblazer to join our client based with Denbighshire County Council.
Location: East Parade, Rhyl, LL18 3AH
Hours: 37 hours per week
Start Date: 26 January 2026
Duration: Initially for a 3 month contract (likely to be extended)
Pay Rate: £24.46 per hour PAYE
Work Pattern: Minimum of 3 days per week in the office
About the Client
Denbighshire County Council’s Strategic Employment service, Working Denbighshire, plays a central role in building resilient communities and tackling poverty across the region. As one of three delivery partners for the Welsh Government’s National Trailblazer Programme, the service is at the forefront of shaping innovative employability and skills support that aligns with the UK Government’s Get Britain Working strategy.
Working Denbighshire delivers a coordinated, person‑centred approach that removes barriers to employment, supports people with complex needs, and strengthens long‑term economic independence across Denbighshire.
The Role
The Working Denbighshire Programme Manager – Economic Inactivity Trailblazer will lead the planning, commissioning, and delivery of the Trailblazer programme across Denbighshire. This is a strategic leadership role requiring strong programme management expertise, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to design and implement impactful services for individuals who are economically inactive, including those with health conditions or complex barriers to work.
You will work closely with senior leaders, delivery teams, employers, and regional and national partners to ensure the programme is aligned with local and national priorities, delivered within budget, and achieves measurable outcomes. The role requires a proactive, innovative leader with excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the strategic planning, commissioning, and implementation of the Trailblazer programme
Conduct needs assessments and analyse data to inform service design and identify gaps in provision
Ensure all commissioned and grant‑funded services align with local, regional, and national priorities
Oversee programme lifecycle management, including funding, planning, delivery, and performance
Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and resources to ensure successful programme delivery
Build strong relationships with service providers, employers, community organisations, and government partners
Lead the development of communication and engagement plans
Manage and monitor grant‑funding streams, ensuring compliance and sustainability
Identify and secure additional funding opportunities
Establish KPIs and evaluate service effectiveness, quality, and outcomes
Support training and development for delivery teams and employers
Produce detailed reports for senior management and funding bodies
Promote continuous improvement through research, feedback, and evidence‑based practice
Provide leadership to project staff and contribute to matrix management across multiple programmes
Candidate Requirements
Degree or equivalent qualification in project/programme management, public administration, business, or related field
Significant experience in commissioning and delivering large‑scale programmes involving procurement, legal, financial, and asset management
Experience designing and improving services based on data analysis and community needs
Strong understanding of funding compliance and grant‑management processes
Excellent project management skills, including budget and resource management
Strong analytical skills with experience conducting needs assessments and designing interventions
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience building partnerships with government bodies, third sector organisations, and community groups
Knowledge of employability, skills, and training initiatives, including relevant policies and funding streams
Experience using continuous improvement tools
Ability to manage competing priorities and lead multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
Ability to travel across North Wales and work flexibly, including occasional out‑of‑hours work
Welsh Language Level 2 essential (ability to handle basic conversations and workplace communication)
Location: East Parade, Rhyl, LL18 3AH
Hours: 37 hours per week
Start Date: 26 January 2026
Duration: Initially for a 3 month contract (likely to be extended)
Pay Rate: £24.46 per hour PAYE
Work Pattern: Minimum of 3 days per week in the office
About the Client
Denbighshire County Council’s Strategic Employment service, Working Denbighshire, plays a central role in building resilient communities and tackling poverty across the region. As one of three delivery partners for the Welsh Government’s National Trailblazer Programme, the service is at the forefront of shaping innovative employability and skills support that aligns with the UK Government’s Get Britain Working strategy.
Working Denbighshire delivers a coordinated, person‑centred approach that removes barriers to employment, supports people with complex needs, and strengthens long‑term economic independence across Denbighshire.
The Role
The Working Denbighshire Programme Manager – Economic Inactivity Trailblazer will lead the planning, commissioning, and delivery of the Trailblazer programme across Denbighshire. This is a strategic leadership role requiring strong programme management expertise, a collaborative mindset, and the ability to design and implement impactful services for individuals who are economically inactive, including those with health conditions or complex barriers to work.
You will work closely with senior leaders, delivery teams, employers, and regional and national partners to ensure the programme is aligned with local and national priorities, delivered within budget, and achieves measurable outcomes. The role requires a proactive, innovative leader with excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the strategic planning, commissioning, and implementation of the Trailblazer programme
Conduct needs assessments and analyse data to inform service design and identify gaps in provision
Ensure all commissioned and grant‑funded services align with local, regional, and national priorities
Oversee programme lifecycle management, including funding, planning, delivery, and performance
Manage budgets, timelines, risks, and resources to ensure successful programme delivery
Build strong relationships with service providers, employers, community organisations, and government partners
Lead the development of communication and engagement plans
Manage and monitor grant‑funding streams, ensuring compliance and sustainability
Identify and secure additional funding opportunities
Establish KPIs and evaluate service effectiveness, quality, and outcomes
Support training and development for delivery teams and employers
Produce detailed reports for senior management and funding bodies
Promote continuous improvement through research, feedback, and evidence‑based practice
Provide leadership to project staff and contribute to matrix management across multiple programmes
Candidate Requirements
Degree or equivalent qualification in project/programme management, public administration, business, or related field
Significant experience in commissioning and delivering large‑scale programmes involving procurement, legal, financial, and asset management
Experience designing and improving services based on data analysis and community needs
Strong understanding of funding compliance and grant‑management processes
Excellent project management skills, including budget and resource management
Strong analytical skills with experience conducting needs assessments and designing interventions
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience building partnerships with government bodies, third sector organisations, and community groups
Knowledge of employability, skills, and training initiatives, including relevant policies and funding streams
Experience using continuous improvement tools
Ability to manage competing priorities and lead multidisciplinary teams
Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
Ability to travel across North Wales and work flexibly, including occasional out‑of‑hours work
Welsh Language Level 2 essential (ability to handle basic conversations and workplace communication)