About this role
This contract Scrum Master role sits within a digital delivery team on an NHS programme, based remotely with one to two days per month in Leeds. You will run all Scrum ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives, and coach the team on agile ways of working to support continuous improvement. Identifying and removing blockers is central, alongside working closely with Product Owners to keep the backlog clear and prioritised, and tracking and reporting on sprint progress, risks and dependencies. Building strong relationships with NHS stakeholders and suppliers, and supporting the team to work in line with GDS and NHS service standards, are also key.
Job Description
Scrum Master (NHS)
- Location: Remote, with 1-2 days per month in Leeds
- Rate: -500 per day (Inside IR35)
- Duration: Until May 2027
- Start: ASAP
Overview
We're looking for an experienced Scrum Master to support a digital delivery team working on an NHS programme. You'll lead agile ceremonies, remove blockers and help the team deliver at pace. NHS experience is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Run all Scrum ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews and retrospectives
- Coach the team on agile ways of working and help them improve over time
- Spot and remove blockers so the team can keep delivering
- Work closely with Product Owners to keep the backlog clear and prioritised
- Track and report on sprint progress, risks and dependencies
- Build strong working relationships with NHS stakeholders and suppliers
- Support the team to work in line with GDS and NHS service standards
Key Requirements
- Proven experience as a Scrum Master on NHS programmes (essential)
- Strong grasp of Scrum, Kanban and wider agile practice
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams in the public sector
- Confident with Jira, Confluence or similar tools
- Able to manage stakeholders at all levels
- Able to travel to Leeds 1-2 times per month
Desirable
- Scrum certification (PSM, CSM or similar)
- Experience delivering services through GDS assessments
- Knowledge of NHS England or NHS Digital ways of working
Apply now or email for more information