Scrum Master - #2180798

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