National Bereavement Service
Bloomsbury, Shropshire
Bereavement Training & Partnerships Manager Location: Remote (UK) - regular travel required (car and driving licence essential) Start date: ASAP Commitment: Full-time The Company We re Octopus Legacy: one of the fastest growing tech companies in the country, part of the UK s most exciting and best-trusted group (you may have heard of some of our sister companies ) and we have a mission. We re on a path to scale, aiming to become a household name while transforming a long-established industry and helping our customers prepare for, and find support after, death. But we can t do it alone, and that s why we re assembling a team of top performers to build with us. Ready to be part of something big? The Role The National Bereavement Service (NBS) is the specialist training arm supporting this mission. Our offer is growing rapidly, with long-term partnerships including Cadent Gas and Mercer Marsh, alongside a landmark 3-year research project with the University of Manchester to streamline death administration across public and private sectors. Following a period of significant growth, we are seeking an experienced and confident Training Manager to lead the development and delivery of our national bereavement training programmes. This hands-on leadership role is suited to a qualified trainer who can translate research-led insight into engaging, trauma-informed training for corporate, charity, and public sector audiences. You will help shape our national training offer through innovative programme design, delivery across key partnerships, and the ongoing strategic development of the NBS training provision. Key Responsibilities Training Design & I nnovation Evidence-Based Development: Support the development of evidence-based training programmes, integrating academic insights and real-world casework insights. Content Translation: Translate complex subject matter into accessible, engaging learning content for professionals across health, social care, financial services, legal, and public-sector settings. Digital Transformation: Drive the creation of training videos, case studies, and webinars, including the development of virtual delivery models and blended learning formats. Accreditation & Frameworks: Create CPD-accredited programmes and "Train the Trainer" frameworks to ensure scalable impact. Continuous Improvement: Lead the improvement of curricula by incorporating adult learning principles and evaluating programme effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data. Resource Creation: Develop toolkits, guidance materials, and new products that expand revenue and strengthen professional competence in bereavement support and safeguarding. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Delivery: Work collaboratively to deliver training across key corporate and regulated sector partnerships. Regulatory Awareness: Maintain a good understanding of vulnerability frameworks, such as Consumer Duty (FCA/Ofgem), and apply this context to training content where relevant. National Industry Representation: Act as a primary spokesperson for NBS at partnership meetings and national industry conferences. You must be comfortable and commanding when speaking to large audiences on stage to advocate for improved bereavement standards. Delivery & Team Leadership Operational Oversight: Manage the coordination of the national delivery calendar and lead the delivery of our more complex or bespoke training commissions. Mentorship & Quality: Provide guidance, coaching, and reflective practice support to internal trainers and external professionals to ensure delivery aligns with psychological safety standards. Capability Building: Develop internal capability through mentoring and structured learning pathways, helping teams navigate emotionally complex work with resilience and compassion. Who You Are Expert Facilitator: An experienced L&D professional with a grounding in psychology or adult learning, experienced in delivering training within emotionally sensitive environments. Outstanding Communicator: Confident engaging stakeholders across corporate, public, and charitable sectors. Research Literate: Comfortable translating complex academic material into practical workplace solutions. Strategic & Hands-on: Able to move between high-level programme design, detailed governance, and compassionate facilitation. Values-Led: A collaborative leader committed to professional, empathetic, and ethical bereavement support. Proactive: Highly organised with the flexibility to travel regularly Why Join Us As part of Octopus Legacy, you ll join a values-driven organisation committed to improving how workplaces respond to grief, while supporting the wellbeing and development of our people. Our Mission Octopus Legacy is the place to plan for death and find support after loss. When people think about planning for death they think about wills, life insurance and funerals. We take these cold processes and turn them into something more human. Share more than money: leave voice notes, music, recipes. Shape a legacy that connects you while you're here. And after you're gone. Founded by Sam after his mum died suddenly, we re a group of people who work in death because we ve been affected by it. We know the difference a good plan makes, and what it s like when there isn t one. Death can come between us, leaving mess, legal fees, frustration. But it can also make us stronger. We see a world where people talk openly about death, and work out the real meaning of legacy, one that connects to them. We re here to make that world happen. Benefits Octopus share incentive scheme 27 days holiday + extra day off for your Birthday Vitality Health & Life Insurance Pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Free Will & LPAs + discounts on other Octopus services Cycle to Work Scheme and EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme Octopus Giving: matched charitable fundraising up to £500 Octopus Springboard: support to build your own ideas We know that to be truly innovative, we need to have a diverse team around us. That is why Octopus Legacy is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Bereavement Training & Partnerships Manager Location: Remote (UK) - regular travel required (car and driving licence essential) Start date: ASAP Commitment: Full-time The Company We re Octopus Legacy: one of the fastest growing tech companies in the country, part of the UK s most exciting and best-trusted group (you may have heard of some of our sister companies ) and we have a mission. We re on a path to scale, aiming to become a household name while transforming a long-established industry and helping our customers prepare for, and find support after, death. But we can t do it alone, and that s why we re assembling a team of top performers to build with us. Ready to be part of something big? The Role The National Bereavement Service (NBS) is the specialist training arm supporting this mission. Our offer is growing rapidly, with long-term partnerships including Cadent Gas and Mercer Marsh, alongside a landmark 3-year research project with the University of Manchester to streamline death administration across public and private sectors. Following a period of significant growth, we are seeking an experienced and confident Training Manager to lead the development and delivery of our national bereavement training programmes. This hands-on leadership role is suited to a qualified trainer who can translate research-led insight into engaging, trauma-informed training for corporate, charity, and public sector audiences. You will help shape our national training offer through innovative programme design, delivery across key partnerships, and the ongoing strategic development of the NBS training provision. Key Responsibilities Training Design & I nnovation Evidence-Based Development: Support the development of evidence-based training programmes, integrating academic insights and real-world casework insights. Content Translation: Translate complex subject matter into accessible, engaging learning content for professionals across health, social care, financial services, legal, and public-sector settings. Digital Transformation: Drive the creation of training videos, case studies, and webinars, including the development of virtual delivery models and blended learning formats. Accreditation & Frameworks: Create CPD-accredited programmes and "Train the Trainer" frameworks to ensure scalable impact. Continuous Improvement: Lead the improvement of curricula by incorporating adult learning principles and evaluating programme effectiveness using qualitative and quantitative data. Resource Creation: Develop toolkits, guidance materials, and new products that expand revenue and strengthen professional competence in bereavement support and safeguarding. Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement Strategic Delivery: Work collaboratively to deliver training across key corporate and regulated sector partnerships. Regulatory Awareness: Maintain a good understanding of vulnerability frameworks, such as Consumer Duty (FCA/Ofgem), and apply this context to training content where relevant. National Industry Representation: Act as a primary spokesperson for NBS at partnership meetings and national industry conferences. You must be comfortable and commanding when speaking to large audiences on stage to advocate for improved bereavement standards. Delivery & Team Leadership Operational Oversight: Manage the coordination of the national delivery calendar and lead the delivery of our more complex or bespoke training commissions. Mentorship & Quality: Provide guidance, coaching, and reflective practice support to internal trainers and external professionals to ensure delivery aligns with psychological safety standards. Capability Building: Develop internal capability through mentoring and structured learning pathways, helping teams navigate emotionally complex work with resilience and compassion. Who You Are Expert Facilitator: An experienced L&D professional with a grounding in psychology or adult learning, experienced in delivering training within emotionally sensitive environments. Outstanding Communicator: Confident engaging stakeholders across corporate, public, and charitable sectors. Research Literate: Comfortable translating complex academic material into practical workplace solutions. Strategic & Hands-on: Able to move between high-level programme design, detailed governance, and compassionate facilitation. Values-Led: A collaborative leader committed to professional, empathetic, and ethical bereavement support. Proactive: Highly organised with the flexibility to travel regularly Why Join Us As part of Octopus Legacy, you ll join a values-driven organisation committed to improving how workplaces respond to grief, while supporting the wellbeing and development of our people. Our Mission Octopus Legacy is the place to plan for death and find support after loss. When people think about planning for death they think about wills, life insurance and funerals. We take these cold processes and turn them into something more human. Share more than money: leave voice notes, music, recipes. Shape a legacy that connects you while you're here. And after you're gone. Founded by Sam after his mum died suddenly, we re a group of people who work in death because we ve been affected by it. We know the difference a good plan makes, and what it s like when there isn t one. Death can come between us, leaving mess, legal fees, frustration. But it can also make us stronger. We see a world where people talk openly about death, and work out the real meaning of legacy, one that connects to them. We re here to make that world happen. Benefits Octopus share incentive scheme 27 days holiday + extra day off for your Birthday Vitality Health & Life Insurance Pension scheme Enhanced parental leave Free Will & LPAs + discounts on other Octopus services Cycle to Work Scheme and EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme Octopus Giving: matched charitable fundraising up to £500 Octopus Springboard: support to build your own ideas We know that to be truly innovative, we need to have a diverse team around us. That is why Octopus Legacy is committed to creating an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.
Finance Manager - Adult Social Care - Local Government Adult Social Care & High-Risk Budget Management Lead financial support for Adult Social Care, ensuring robust monitoring of complex, volatile and demand-driven budgets. Provide insight on cost drivers such as demographics, care packages, market pressures, and legislative changes. Support delivery of MTFS savings and cost-reduction plans within Adults and Public Health. Business Partnering & Strategic Support Build strong relationships with Service Managers, acting as a critical friend by offering challenge, advice, and strategic financial insight. Provide high-quality financial advice to Members, Directors, senior managers, and Finance colleagues. Budget Setting & MTFS Coordinate detailed revenue and capital budget preparation for the Directorate. Support budget managers in setting realistic budgets and understanding financial trends. Advise the Finance Business Partner on issues impacting the MTFS, especially in Adults Social Care. Monitoring & Reporting Produce accurate monthly revenue and capital monitoring reports, ensuring variances, risks, and pressures are clearly identified and managed. Present monitoring reports to Directorate Management Teams and meet monthly with the Finance Business Partner(s) to review positions. Statutory Returns, Grants & Compliance Complete statutory financial and statistical returns on time. Maintain accurate grant records and ensure timely submission of claims. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory guidance, and financial regulations. Year-End & Closedown Plan and coordinate year-end closedown tasks for the Directorate. Produce high-quality working papers and support the Statement of Accounts process. Review and quality-assure work from junior staff. Leadership & Continuous Improvement Manage and support the finance function within Adults service area, ensuring consistent service delivery. Contribute to finance improvement and transformation projects. Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge, particularly in Adult Social Care funding and legislation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Mar 27, 2026
Seasonal
Finance Manager - Adult Social Care - Local Government Adult Social Care & High-Risk Budget Management Lead financial support for Adult Social Care, ensuring robust monitoring of complex, volatile and demand-driven budgets. Provide insight on cost drivers such as demographics, care packages, market pressures, and legislative changes. Support delivery of MTFS savings and cost-reduction plans within Adults and Public Health. Business Partnering & Strategic Support Build strong relationships with Service Managers, acting as a critical friend by offering challenge, advice, and strategic financial insight. Provide high-quality financial advice to Members, Directors, senior managers, and Finance colleagues. Budget Setting & MTFS Coordinate detailed revenue and capital budget preparation for the Directorate. Support budget managers in setting realistic budgets and understanding financial trends. Advise the Finance Business Partner on issues impacting the MTFS, especially in Adults Social Care. Monitoring & Reporting Produce accurate monthly revenue and capital monitoring reports, ensuring variances, risks, and pressures are clearly identified and managed. Present monitoring reports to Directorate Management Teams and meet monthly with the Finance Business Partner(s) to review positions. Statutory Returns, Grants & Compliance Complete statutory financial and statistical returns on time. Maintain accurate grant records and ensure timely submission of claims. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, statutory guidance, and financial regulations. Year-End & Closedown Plan and coordinate year-end closedown tasks for the Directorate. Produce high-quality working papers and support the Statement of Accounts process. Review and quality-assure work from junior staff. Leadership & Continuous Improvement Manage and support the finance function within Adults service area, ensuring consistent service delivery. Contribute to finance improvement and transformation projects. Maintain up-to-date professional knowledge, particularly in Adult Social Care funding and legislation. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Chief Executive Officer Location: North East UK Reporting to: Board of Directors Package: Circa £90k Car Allowance Benefits Equity Options Our client is a well-established, independent provider delivering high-quality community-based health and social care services. Their mission is to support some of the most vulnerable members of society, empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and reach their personal goals through expert, person-centred support. Operating in close partnership with statutory bodies, they specialise in providing community-based alternatives to inpatient services, including supported living, respite, and intensive community support. The Opportunity The Board is seeking an exceptional and values-driven leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer. This role is suited to a career professional within the adult social care or health sector who understands that regulatory compliance is the baseline, but the true measure of success is the quality of life and outcomes experienced by the individuals we support. You will lead the organisation through its next phase of development, balancing sustainable growth with a complex regulatory landscape, while ensuring that our person-centred ethos and evidence-based support models remain deeply embedded in every aspect of the operation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Vision - Develop and execute the long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with the organisation's mission to empower vulnerable individuals. Identify opportunities for sustainable growth within the specialist community services sector across the North of England. Champion the organisation's core support methodology, ensuring its principles are embedded operationally and culturally across all services. Governance & Regulatory Compliance - Act as the Accountable Officer, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards, including CQC fundamental standards. Lead the organisation's preparation for and response to regulatory inspections, positioning the organisation as a partner and leader in quality improvement. Ensure robust clinical governance and quality assurance frameworks are in place to safeguard service users and staff. Safeguarding & Quality - Foster a culture of openness and transparency where safeguarding is viewed as everyone's responsibility. Ensure safeguarding practices are deeply integrated into the daily lives of individuals, protecting their right to choice, control, and autonomy. Oversee the management of complex safeguarding issues, working collaboratively with local authorities and safeguarding boards. Financial Stewardship & Growth - Ensure the long-term financial viability of the organisation, managing resources effectively within a system of high demand and increasing complexity. Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with commissioners and local authority partners. Mitigate risks associated with market changes or provider instability by ensuring a resilient and diversified service portfolio. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships - Act as the public face of the organisation, building trust with families, advocates, and multi-disciplinary teams. Strengthen partnerships within regional transformation programmes to continue providing viable community-based alternatives to institutional care. Work collaboratively with the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) to enhance prevention and personalisation agendas. Inspire and lead a dedicated workforce, ensuring they feel valued, supported, and equipped to deliver outstanding care. Champion recruitment and retention strategies that stabilise the workforce and promote innovative approaches to attracting talent. Embed the organisation's core values across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to retention. Essential Experience & Knowledge Sector Expertise: A proven track record of senior leadership within the adult social care, health, or specialist community services sector. Regulatory Leadership: Deep, working knowledge of the regulated environment, with direct experience leading organisations through CQC inspections and leveraging regulatory frameworks for continuous improvement. Safeguarding Leadership: Significant experience in managing risk and leading on complex safeguarding issues within a person-centred framework. Public Sector Interface: Demonstrable experience working in partnership with, or within, Local Government, the NHS, or the VCS, with a clear understanding of commissioning cycles and integrated care systems. Authentic Leadership: Ability to lead from the front with strong interpersonal skills, building authentic rapport with staff and stakeholders to inspire trust and confidence. Strategic Problem Solver: A proven ability to quickly identify challenges and develop a clear vision to address them, effectively selling that vision to the organisation. Team Builder: A track record of building and developing high-performing leadership teams that work cohesively toward shared goals. Financial Acumen: Experience managing budgets in a system of high demand while maintaining a focus on workforce investment and service quality. Passionate: Genuinely driven by a desire to enable people to live fulfilling lives, focused on outcomes rather than outputs. Integrity-Driven: Decision-making is guided by a strong ethical foundation, aligned with values of honesty, integrity, equality, and respect. Innovative: Continuously seeks creative and effective ways to meet the unique needs of those supported by the organisation.
Mar 25, 2026
Full time
Chief Executive Officer Location: North East UK Reporting to: Board of Directors Package: Circa £90k Car Allowance Benefits Equity Options Our client is a well-established, independent provider delivering high-quality community-based health and social care services. Their mission is to support some of the most vulnerable members of society, empowering individuals to achieve greater independence and reach their personal goals through expert, person-centred support. Operating in close partnership with statutory bodies, they specialise in providing community-based alternatives to inpatient services, including supported living, respite, and intensive community support. The Opportunity The Board is seeking an exceptional and values-driven leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer. This role is suited to a career professional within the adult social care or health sector who understands that regulatory compliance is the baseline, but the true measure of success is the quality of life and outcomes experienced by the individuals we support. You will lead the organisation through its next phase of development, balancing sustainable growth with a complex regulatory landscape, while ensuring that our person-centred ethos and evidence-based support models remain deeply embedded in every aspect of the operation. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership & Vision - Develop and execute the long-term strategy, ensuring alignment with the organisation's mission to empower vulnerable individuals. Identify opportunities for sustainable growth within the specialist community services sector across the North of England. Champion the organisation's core support methodology, ensuring its principles are embedded operationally and culturally across all services. Governance & Regulatory Compliance - Act as the Accountable Officer, ensuring full compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards, including CQC fundamental standards. Lead the organisation's preparation for and response to regulatory inspections, positioning the organisation as a partner and leader in quality improvement. Ensure robust clinical governance and quality assurance frameworks are in place to safeguard service users and staff. Safeguarding & Quality - Foster a culture of openness and transparency where safeguarding is viewed as everyone's responsibility. Ensure safeguarding practices are deeply integrated into the daily lives of individuals, protecting their right to choice, control, and autonomy. Oversee the management of complex safeguarding issues, working collaboratively with local authorities and safeguarding boards. Financial Stewardship & Growth - Ensure the long-term financial viability of the organisation, managing resources effectively within a system of high demand and increasing complexity. Build and maintain strong commercial relationships with commissioners and local authority partners. Mitigate risks associated with market changes or provider instability by ensuring a resilient and diversified service portfolio. Stakeholder Engagement & Partnerships - Act as the public face of the organisation, building trust with families, advocates, and multi-disciplinary teams. Strengthen partnerships within regional transformation programmes to continue providing viable community-based alternatives to institutional care. Work collaboratively with the Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) to enhance prevention and personalisation agendas. Inspire and lead a dedicated workforce, ensuring they feel valued, supported, and equipped to deliver outstanding care. Champion recruitment and retention strategies that stabilise the workforce and promote innovative approaches to attracting talent. Embed the organisation's core values across the employee lifecycle, from recruitment to retention. Essential Experience & Knowledge Sector Expertise: A proven track record of senior leadership within the adult social care, health, or specialist community services sector. Regulatory Leadership: Deep, working knowledge of the regulated environment, with direct experience leading organisations through CQC inspections and leveraging regulatory frameworks for continuous improvement. Safeguarding Leadership: Significant experience in managing risk and leading on complex safeguarding issues within a person-centred framework. Public Sector Interface: Demonstrable experience working in partnership with, or within, Local Government, the NHS, or the VCS, with a clear understanding of commissioning cycles and integrated care systems. Authentic Leadership: Ability to lead from the front with strong interpersonal skills, building authentic rapport with staff and stakeholders to inspire trust and confidence. Strategic Problem Solver: A proven ability to quickly identify challenges and develop a clear vision to address them, effectively selling that vision to the organisation. Team Builder: A track record of building and developing high-performing leadership teams that work cohesively toward shared goals. Financial Acumen: Experience managing budgets in a system of high demand while maintaining a focus on workforce investment and service quality. Passionate: Genuinely driven by a desire to enable people to live fulfilling lives, focused on outcomes rather than outputs. Integrity-Driven: Decision-making is guided by a strong ethical foundation, aligned with values of honesty, integrity, equality, and respect. Innovative: Continuously seeks creative and effective ways to meet the unique needs of those supported by the organisation.
About the RoleSwindon Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Safeguarding and Support to provide senior leadership across safeguarding services and support functions.The Director of Safeguarding and Support will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, governance, and regulatory compliance across children's and adult services.Working closely with the Council's senior leadership team, the Director of Safeguarding and Support will lead service improvement, safeguarding oversight and partnership working to ensure vulnerable children, adults and families receive high-quality protection and support.Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for safeguarding and support services across Swindon Borough Council. Ensure robust safeguarding frameworks are embedded across children's and adult services. Lead and support senior management teams responsible for safeguarding delivery. Oversee quality assurance, audit and improvement programmes to maintain high standards of practice. Strengthen multi-agency partnerships with health, police, education and voluntary sector organisations. Ensure services operate in line with statutory safeguarding legislation and national guidance . Drive service transformation and improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes for vulnerable residents. Provide expert safeguarding advice to senior leaders, elected members and governance boards . Lead learning and improvement following safeguarding reviews and audits. Essential Requirements Significant senior leadership experience within safeguarding services . Extensive knowledge of children's and/or adult safeguarding legislation and frameworks . Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary teams and complex service areas . Demonstrated success in service improvement and transformation programmes . Strong experience working within multi-agency safeguarding partnerships . Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Social Work qualification with registration or equivalent leadership experience). Excellent strategic leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills . Desirable Experience Previous experience working at Director or Assistant Director level within a local authority . Experience supporting inspection readiness and safeguarding improvement programmes . Experience working within integrated health and social care systems . Why Apply?This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Director of Safeguarding and Support to join Swindon Borough Council and lead safeguarding strategy at a senior level.How to ApplyIf you are an experienced safeguarding leader ready to step into a Director of Safeguarding and Support role, we would welcome your application.Please submit your CV and availability , and a member of our specialist public sector recruitment team will contact you to discuss this opportunity further.
Mar 25, 2026
Seasonal
About the RoleSwindon Borough Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Safeguarding and Support to provide senior leadership across safeguarding services and support functions.The Director of Safeguarding and Support will play a critical role in ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding practice, governance, and regulatory compliance across children's and adult services.Working closely with the Council's senior leadership team, the Director of Safeguarding and Support will lead service improvement, safeguarding oversight and partnership working to ensure vulnerable children, adults and families receive high-quality protection and support.Key Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership for safeguarding and support services across Swindon Borough Council. Ensure robust safeguarding frameworks are embedded across children's and adult services. Lead and support senior management teams responsible for safeguarding delivery. Oversee quality assurance, audit and improvement programmes to maintain high standards of practice. Strengthen multi-agency partnerships with health, police, education and voluntary sector organisations. Ensure services operate in line with statutory safeguarding legislation and national guidance . Drive service transformation and improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes for vulnerable residents. Provide expert safeguarding advice to senior leaders, elected members and governance boards . Lead learning and improvement following safeguarding reviews and audits. Essential Requirements Significant senior leadership experience within safeguarding services . Extensive knowledge of children's and/or adult safeguarding legislation and frameworks . Proven experience managing large multidisciplinary teams and complex service areas . Demonstrated success in service improvement and transformation programmes . Strong experience working within multi-agency safeguarding partnerships . Relevant professional qualification (e.g., Social Work qualification with registration or equivalent leadership experience). Excellent strategic leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills . Desirable Experience Previous experience working at Director or Assistant Director level within a local authority . Experience supporting inspection readiness and safeguarding improvement programmes . Experience working within integrated health and social care systems . Why Apply?This is a unique opportunity for an experienced Director of Safeguarding and Support to join Swindon Borough Council and lead safeguarding strategy at a senior level.How to ApplyIf you are an experienced safeguarding leader ready to step into a Director of Safeguarding and Support role, we would welcome your application.Please submit your CV and availability , and a member of our specialist public sector recruitment team will contact you to discuss this opportunity further.
Head of Activities (General Manager) Location: BN8 4EF, North Chailey Salary: £45,000 £53,000 Vacancy Type: 37 hours per week, Full Time We re looking for a strategic, enterprising and values-driven leader to join us as Head of Activities (General Manager) leading The Activity Place and our sector-leading Specialist Services during an ambitious phase of growth. The Activity Place is a vibrant community hub where adults with disabilities work out in an inclusive gym, unwind in sensory spaces, create art, explore music and build skills in new ways. Every session is shaped around individual interests full of creativity, energy and connection. This is a senior leadership role with real breadth and accountability. You ll lead on delivery of specialist therapies, to both Chailey Heritage School and The Activity Place, including hydrotherapy, hippotherapy, rebound therapy and farm therapy, ensuring services are sustainable, inclusive and aligned to our long-term strategy. You ll grow The Activity Place, expand access, strengthen community connections and implement scalable systems that support high-quality delivery balancing service growth with safeguarding and regulatory excellence. What you ll do Provide operational leadership and strategic direction Deliver growth and manage financial performance Lead and develop great managers and teams Drive service excellence, compliance and safety Champion strong partnerships and service visibility About you Senior operational experience in leisure, community or service-driven sectors Commercial acumen with budget responsibility Confidence in regulated environments A leader who s strategic, grounded and people-first Most importantly, you ll be someone who combines ambition with warmth who understands that commercial success and social impact can, and should, sit side by side. Why join us? This is more than a leadership role. It s an opportunity to shape services that lower barriers for children, young people, and adults with complex disabilities, supporting them as they explore, grow and thrive. You ll join a foundation with bold ambitions, strong values and a genuine culture of collaboration. We are passionate, curious and optimistic about what s possible, we re looking for someone who shares that outlook. This role is an opportunity to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation with ambitious plans for the future. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive rewards and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and career progression. Enhanced Annual Leave days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternity leave Cycle to Work scheme Retail and Leisure discounts Free onsite Parking, Café, and Kitchen Facilities Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading. If you re someone who enjoys building as much as leading, and can turn strategy into operational success, we d love to hear from you. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Safeguarding Statement Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate, and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so. Privacy Statement As part of our recruitment process, Chailey Heritage Foundation (CHF) collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data in line with GDPR. Please ensure you review our privacy policy before completing an application.
Mar 24, 2026
Full time
Head of Activities (General Manager) Location: BN8 4EF, North Chailey Salary: £45,000 £53,000 Vacancy Type: 37 hours per week, Full Time We re looking for a strategic, enterprising and values-driven leader to join us as Head of Activities (General Manager) leading The Activity Place and our sector-leading Specialist Services during an ambitious phase of growth. The Activity Place is a vibrant community hub where adults with disabilities work out in an inclusive gym, unwind in sensory spaces, create art, explore music and build skills in new ways. Every session is shaped around individual interests full of creativity, energy and connection. This is a senior leadership role with real breadth and accountability. You ll lead on delivery of specialist therapies, to both Chailey Heritage School and The Activity Place, including hydrotherapy, hippotherapy, rebound therapy and farm therapy, ensuring services are sustainable, inclusive and aligned to our long-term strategy. You ll grow The Activity Place, expand access, strengthen community connections and implement scalable systems that support high-quality delivery balancing service growth with safeguarding and regulatory excellence. What you ll do Provide operational leadership and strategic direction Deliver growth and manage financial performance Lead and develop great managers and teams Drive service excellence, compliance and safety Champion strong partnerships and service visibility About you Senior operational experience in leisure, community or service-driven sectors Commercial acumen with budget responsibility Confidence in regulated environments A leader who s strategic, grounded and people-first Most importantly, you ll be someone who combines ambition with warmth who understands that commercial success and social impact can, and should, sit side by side. Why join us? This is more than a leadership role. It s an opportunity to shape services that lower barriers for children, young people, and adults with complex disabilities, supporting them as they explore, grow and thrive. You ll join a foundation with bold ambitions, strong values and a genuine culture of collaboration. We are passionate, curious and optimistic about what s possible, we re looking for someone who shares that outlook. This role is an opportunity to be part of a supportive, purpose-driven organisation with ambitious plans for the future. Alongside a competitive salary, we provide a comprehensive rewards and benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, development and career progression. Enhanced Annual Leave days (plus bank holidays), increasing with length of service Healthcare Cash Plan & Wellbeing Support Enhanced Pension Scheme & Death In Service Benefit Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, and Paternity leave Cycle to Work scheme Retail and Leisure discounts Free onsite Parking, Café, and Kitchen Facilities Fully Funded level 2 Certificate in Principles of Team Leading. If you re someone who enjoys building as much as leading, and can turn strategy into operational success, we d love to hear from you. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chailey Heritage Foundation, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Safeguarding Statement Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate, and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for a role in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so. Privacy Statement As part of our recruitment process, Chailey Heritage Foundation (CHF) collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. We are committed to being transparent about how we collect and use that data in line with GDPR. Please ensure you review our privacy policy before completing an application.
Competitive Salary plus excellent benefits Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) is a modern, mission-driven institution with a distinctive heritage and a strong commitment to education, inclusion and societal impact. Based in the historic cathedral city of Canterbury, with parts of its campus located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the University is nationally recognised as one of the largest talent providers in the South East of England for public services. Founded in 1962 with deep roots in teacher education, health and social care, the University now prepares future talent for careers across STEM, non-STEM disciplines and medicine. With an increasingly international profile and a growing global footprint, it serves more than thirty thousand students. As an anchor institution for Kent and Medway, Canterbury Christ Church University brings together academic excellence with a strong social mission. Through its people centred approach, commitment to public service, community engagement and widening participation, the University plays a leading role in transforming lives and strengthening communities locally, nationally and globally. The Director of Marketing, Admissions, Recruitment and Communications (MARC) is a pivotal senior leadership role who will play a leading role in positioning CCCU in one of the most dynamic and transformative periods in UK higher education. The post shapes the University's brand, market presence and student growth strategy, and leads a fully integrated MARC directorate to deliver a seamless, insight-driven applicant journey from first engagement through to enrolment. Sitting at the centre of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education, Student Growth and Global Engagement) portfolio, the Director works within a highly connected leadership team that brings together Marketing, Admissions, Recruitment and Communications with Education and Student Success, Graduate Futures and Alumni Relations, Global Engagement and Internationalisation, and Specialist Resources and Technical Services. The role offers the opportunity to join the PVC Portfolio Executive Team and the University Leadership Forum at a moment of significant sector reform. The introduction of the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE), the shifts in employer expectations, modular learning growth, digital transformation and AI are reshaping demand, behaviour and competition. CCCU is positioning itself to lead in this space, and the Director will play a critical role in preparing the institution for a future defined by flexible and personalised education. This includes enabling flexible, modular study pathways, modernising admissions into an agile year-round service, ensuring portfolio alignment with employer and learner demand, and strengthening CCCU's proposition for adult learners, upskilling professionals and non-traditional entrants. The Director will lead a high-performing MARC directorate with clear priorities and measurable outcomes. They will champion a digital, insight-led approach to marketing, outreach and recruitment; oversee distinctive audience-focused campaigns; and embed data, evaluation and segmentation at the heart of activity. A unified communications approach will support effective internal engagement while enhancing CCCU's external profile through media relations, reputation management, crisis communications and public affairs. Governance, regulation and performance oversight are critical aspects of the role. The Director will oversee compliance with the UKVI, CMA, OfS and GDPR frameworks, ensure responsible recruitment practice, and oversee robust evaluation, reporting and risk management. They will play an influential cross-university role, working collaboratively with academic and professional services leaders to ensure MARC strategy informs-and is informed by-wider institutional priorities. CCCU is seeking an experienced senior leader with a strong track record across marketing and communications in higher education or a similarly complex environment. Candidates will bring strategic insight, commercial literacy, digital fluency and inclusive, values-led leadership. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone motivated to join an ambitious University with motivated and supportive Executive Leadership, to lead a directorate that unites brand strength, recruitment performance and student growth. To arrange a briefing conversation please contact our retained advisor - Sian Gardiner at The Management Recruitment Group. Advert closing date: Sunday 19th April 2026 Formal Interview Date: Friday 15th May 2026 We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible and this role is split between home and office working. Other key benefits of working at the University include membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlements, training and development opportunities, flexible working and health and wellbeing support. Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you.
Mar 24, 2026
Full time
Competitive Salary plus excellent benefits Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) is a modern, mission-driven institution with a distinctive heritage and a strong commitment to education, inclusion and societal impact. Based in the historic cathedral city of Canterbury, with parts of its campus located within a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the University is nationally recognised as one of the largest talent providers in the South East of England for public services. Founded in 1962 with deep roots in teacher education, health and social care, the University now prepares future talent for careers across STEM, non-STEM disciplines and medicine. With an increasingly international profile and a growing global footprint, it serves more than thirty thousand students. As an anchor institution for Kent and Medway, Canterbury Christ Church University brings together academic excellence with a strong social mission. Through its people centred approach, commitment to public service, community engagement and widening participation, the University plays a leading role in transforming lives and strengthening communities locally, nationally and globally. The Director of Marketing, Admissions, Recruitment and Communications (MARC) is a pivotal senior leadership role who will play a leading role in positioning CCCU in one of the most dynamic and transformative periods in UK higher education. The post shapes the University's brand, market presence and student growth strategy, and leads a fully integrated MARC directorate to deliver a seamless, insight-driven applicant journey from first engagement through to enrolment. Sitting at the centre of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Education, Student Growth and Global Engagement) portfolio, the Director works within a highly connected leadership team that brings together Marketing, Admissions, Recruitment and Communications with Education and Student Success, Graduate Futures and Alumni Relations, Global Engagement and Internationalisation, and Specialist Resources and Technical Services. The role offers the opportunity to join the PVC Portfolio Executive Team and the University Leadership Forum at a moment of significant sector reform. The introduction of the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE), the shifts in employer expectations, modular learning growth, digital transformation and AI are reshaping demand, behaviour and competition. CCCU is positioning itself to lead in this space, and the Director will play a critical role in preparing the institution for a future defined by flexible and personalised education. This includes enabling flexible, modular study pathways, modernising admissions into an agile year-round service, ensuring portfolio alignment with employer and learner demand, and strengthening CCCU's proposition for adult learners, upskilling professionals and non-traditional entrants. The Director will lead a high-performing MARC directorate with clear priorities and measurable outcomes. They will champion a digital, insight-led approach to marketing, outreach and recruitment; oversee distinctive audience-focused campaigns; and embed data, evaluation and segmentation at the heart of activity. A unified communications approach will support effective internal engagement while enhancing CCCU's external profile through media relations, reputation management, crisis communications and public affairs. Governance, regulation and performance oversight are critical aspects of the role. The Director will oversee compliance with the UKVI, CMA, OfS and GDPR frameworks, ensure responsible recruitment practice, and oversee robust evaluation, reporting and risk management. They will play an influential cross-university role, working collaboratively with academic and professional services leaders to ensure MARC strategy informs-and is informed by-wider institutional priorities. CCCU is seeking an experienced senior leader with a strong track record across marketing and communications in higher education or a similarly complex environment. Candidates will bring strategic insight, commercial literacy, digital fluency and inclusive, values-led leadership. This is an exceptional opportunity for someone motivated to join an ambitious University with motivated and supportive Executive Leadership, to lead a directorate that unites brand strength, recruitment performance and student growth. To arrange a briefing conversation please contact our retained advisor - Sian Gardiner at The Management Recruitment Group. Advert closing date: Sunday 19th April 2026 Formal Interview Date: Friday 15th May 2026 We are committed to supporting flexible methods of working wherever possible and this role is split between home and office working. Other key benefits of working at the University include membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous holiday entitlements, training and development opportunities, flexible working and health and wellbeing support. Canterbury Christ Church University truly welcomes fresh perspectives and new voices. We want you to bring the real you to work, so we are committed to building a genuinely inclusive working environment where everyone is welcomed and where everyone can have a true sense of belonging. Our spirit of community will help us to eliminate discrimination and will enable us all to thrive in a culture that is underpinned by fairness and justice. We therefore seek people to join us who will proactively support and shape this aim and contribute in their own unique way. If this is you, then we are waiting to hear from you.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a House Unit Manager, Residential to join our Nursing and Quality Team. This role will require the successful candidate to be accountable, alongside a team of Clinical Leads and Deputy House Managers, for leading and managing a team of nursing and care staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to children and young people. You will be the lead professional responsible for coordinating the overall care and management of the children across a minimum of three Residential Houses and be the key contact for the family and multidisciplinary team. You will provide clinical and operational leadership across all the Residential Houses providing highly specialised advice to nursing teams and wider professional colleagues as well as be involved in the strategic development of the residential services. Staff benefits include London weighting, shuttle bus, and more Read more below Role Requirements In collaboration with the Placement Managers, you will ensure care is appropriately planned and resourced, and you will ensure care is delivered in a safe manner at all times. You will be responsible for ensuring that the care in the Houses enables the children to access rehabilitation sessions, clinics, education and leisure activities as scheduled in their timetable. You will work as part of a leadership team comprising of a House Unit Manager, 4 x Deputy House Managers / Deputy Clinical Leads and 4 x Clinical Leads. With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation. Interview Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026 Terms and Conditions PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. Strictly no agencies, please. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Mar 19, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a House Unit Manager, Residential to join our Nursing and Quality Team. This role will require the successful candidate to be accountable, alongside a team of Clinical Leads and Deputy House Managers, for leading and managing a team of nursing and care staff to ensure the delivery of high-quality care to children and young people. You will be the lead professional responsible for coordinating the overall care and management of the children across a minimum of three Residential Houses and be the key contact for the family and multidisciplinary team. You will provide clinical and operational leadership across all the Residential Houses providing highly specialised advice to nursing teams and wider professional colleagues as well as be involved in the strategic development of the residential services. Staff benefits include London weighting, shuttle bus, and more Read more below Role Requirements In collaboration with the Placement Managers, you will ensure care is appropriately planned and resourced, and you will ensure care is delivered in a safe manner at all times. You will be responsible for ensuring that the care in the Houses enables the children to access rehabilitation sessions, clinics, education and leisure activities as scheduled in their timetable. You will work as part of a leadership team comprising of a House Unit Manager, 4 x Deputy House Managers / Deputy Clinical Leads and 4 x Clinical Leads. With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation. Interview Date: Wednesday 8th April 2026 Terms and Conditions PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. Strictly no agencies, please. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Clinical Governance to join our Nursing and Quality Team. This role will require the successful candidate to lead and enhance the organisation s commitment to delivering high-quality, safe care for children. This role is pivotal in overseeing clinical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing clinical risks, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. The postholder will work collaboratively across teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement, aligning with The Children s Trust s strategic objectives. Whilst the post directly reports to the Director of Nursing and Quality, the remit of the role spans the whole organisation and works across all clinical directorates. Staff benefits include London weighting, shuttle bus, and more Read more below Role Requirements Develop and maintain an effective clinical governance framework that supports safe and high-quality care. Facilitate regular clinical governance meetings to discuss performance, incidents, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure that clinical pathways and practices are aligned with best practice guidelines and evidence-based standards. Lead initiatives to enhance patient safety across all services, promoting a culture of transparency and reporting. Implement and maintain the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), ensuring that learning from incidents is captured and shared. Monitor and report on patient safety metrics, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring appropriate action plans are developed. Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. Lead quality impact assessments for new initiatives or changes in practice, evaluating potential risks and benefits and manage the organisational governance in relation to these. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines, including CQC regulations and national safety frameworks. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of regulatory changes and ensure organisational policies and practices reflect these updates. With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation. Interview Date: Week commencing 13th April 2026 Terms and Conditions PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. Strictly no agencies, please. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
Mar 18, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Clinical Governance to join our Nursing and Quality Team. This role will require the successful candidate to lead and enhance the organisation s commitment to delivering high-quality, safe care for children. This role is pivotal in overseeing clinical governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing clinical risks, and implementing quality improvement initiatives. The postholder will work collaboratively across teams to promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement, aligning with The Children s Trust s strategic objectives. Whilst the post directly reports to the Director of Nursing and Quality, the remit of the role spans the whole organisation and works across all clinical directorates. Staff benefits include London weighting, shuttle bus, and more Read more below Role Requirements Develop and maintain an effective clinical governance framework that supports safe and high-quality care. Facilitate regular clinical governance meetings to discuss performance, incidents, and quality improvement initiatives. Ensure that clinical pathways and practices are aligned with best practice guidelines and evidence-based standards. Lead initiatives to enhance patient safety across all services, promoting a culture of transparency and reporting. Implement and maintain the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), ensuring that learning from incidents is captured and shared. Monitor and report on patient safety metrics, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring appropriate action plans are developed. Develop and implement quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and experiences. Lead quality impact assessments for new initiatives or changes in practice, evaluating potential risks and benefits and manage the organisational governance in relation to these. Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, standards, and guidelines, including CQC regulations and national safety frameworks. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of regulatory changes and ensure organisational policies and practices reflect these updates. With experience of working in a complex environment, across a large and diverse workforce, you will be exceptionally organised with a high-level of attention to detail. You will naturally possess excellent inter-personal skills, and an ability to consult and positively engage with key stakeholders across the organisation. Interview Date: Week commencing 13th April 2026 Terms and Conditions PLEASE NOTE: The Children's Trust Application Form MUST be completed and submitted, for your application to be considered. As part of the shortlisting process, gaps in employment will be examined and further explored during the interview process. Strictly no agencies, please. About Us The Children s Trust is the UK s leading charity for children with acquired brain injury, providing expert rehabilitation, education, therapy, and care at our national specialist centre in Tadworth, and to children and their families across the UK, via our Brain Injury Community Service. Boasting a beautiful 24-acre site in Surrey, we are located just outside of London, close to the M25 (accessible via Junction 8, A217 to Tadworth) and easily accessible via National Rail, by way of: Clapham Junction, Sutton, and Epsom. Staff Benefits The work we do is highly rewarding, and in addition to an attractive salary, we offer a valuable range of benefits, including our staff flexible benefits platform, on-site nursery, free eye tests, enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay, time out days for those experiencing menopause symptoms and time off for gender reassignment. We also offer additional annual leave days for those with long service, with entitlements ranging from 35 to 41 days (including bank holidays) depending on your length of service. Other benefits include free on-site parking; a staff shuttle service from Epsom and Sutton train stations to Tadworth Court, subsidised cafeteria, on-site staff accommodation (subject to availability), the ability to retain your NHS pension (where applicable), Teacher s pension (where applicable) or the opportunity to join an alternative scheme, and the opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment. Rehabilitation of Offenders Many roles at The Children s Trust are exempt from the provisions of Section 4 (2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, by virtue of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020) and as such, are subject to an Enhanced DBS check. Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check, which will disclose all unspent convictions and adult cautions and any spent convictions or adult cautions that would not be protected. The exceptions to this are our retail roles within The Children s Trust shops, which are subject to Basic DBS checks which will disclose unspent convictions or adult cautions. Equal Opportunity Employer To help us achieve our ambition to give children and young people with brain injury and neurodisability the opportunity to live the best life possible, we want to accurately reflect the UK s diverse population. We want equity, diversity, and inclusion to be at the heart of everything we do, and our people, services, and culture to reflect the diverse needs of all. Through our diversity and inclusion strategy, we have made a commitment to increase the diversity of our charity and create an inclusive culture. We have networks across the organisation working to ensure that these aims are met - including an LGBTQIA2S+ group, Ethnic Diversity Group, and Spark our broad EDI group. Read more about our EDI work here. We welcome applications from all who share our ambition regardless of background. We will strive to ensure that any reasonable adjustments are made in respect of interview and working arrangements. Online Searches In accordance with statutory safeguarding and child protection guidance, online searches will be conducted for shortlisted candidates before interview. The online searches will be conducted by a person who is independent of the interview and selection process and will focus on relevant information returned via searches of the candidate s name (and variations thereof). Social media searches will be limited to professional platforms such as LinkedIn. Any concerns relating to suitability for work with children and young people will be forwarded to the interview panel, for discussion during the interview.
