CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Director of Midwifery and Deputy Chief Nurse Salary is dependant on experience Main area Director of Midwifery and Deputy Chief Nurse Grade Salary is dependant on experience Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 180-F-267076 Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital-Division Corporate Town Cambridge Salary Salary is dependant on experience Closing 08/04/:59 Job overview We are seeking an exceptional Director of Midwifery & Deputy Chief Nurse - an influential, visible and inspirational senior leader who will shape the future of maternity services at CUH. This is a pivotal role for a highly experienced professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding, women centred care. You will provide strategic leadership for our maternity services, championing clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As Deputy Chief Nurse, you will take the lead on agreed elements of the Chief Nurse's portfolio and act on their behalf as required, ensuring seamless, high quality leadership across the organisation. You will play a central role in cultivating a culture of safety, collaboration, and compassionate care, while driving forward our ambitions for service transformation and improved outcomes for women, babies, and families. Reporting to the Divisional Director, the Director of Midwifery will provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for maternity services across the Rosie Hospital and community pathways. You will have a strong working relationship with the Chief Nurse and sit within the Chief Nurse corporate team. You will act as the Trust's senior professional voice for midwifery, advocating for women and families, guiding service transformation, and building strong relationships across the Integrated Care System, regional and national maternity networks, and professional bodies. Main duties of the job Providing expert leadership, strategic direction and professional oversight for all midwifery and maternity services. Leading the delivery of safe, high quality, women centred care across all maternity pathways. Shaping and implementing the long term strategic vision for maternity services aligned to national policy, the ICs and the CUH strategy. Partnering with regional and national bodies including the Regional Chief Midwife, Royal Colleges, HEE, CQC, and maternity networks. Driving excellence in clinical quality, safety, governance, workforce planning and service transformation. Leading initiatives to strengthen equality, diversity and inclusion across nursing and midwifery. Supporting and mentoring senior midwifery leaders including the Head and Deputy Head of Midwifery. Working for our organisation Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: applied for a Graduate visa or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on the 8th April 2026. Interviews are due to be held on date to be confirmed. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. As an executive/senior officer at CUH, you are accountable for the health and safety of employees and other persons who may be affected by the Trust's work activities in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. You must ensure workplace injuries and work related ill health are prevented so far as is reasonably practicable and provide strong leadership and commitment to health and safety by ensuring that the principles and practices described within the Trust's H&S Policy are discharged and embedded throughout the organisation. You must also ensure your responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the policy and that the necessary resources and infrastructure for health and safety are provided. Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose created colleague only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part time working, job share, term time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. Person specification Additional Requirements The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Apr 08, 2026
Full time
Director of Midwifery and Deputy Chief Nurse Salary is dependant on experience Main area Director of Midwifery and Deputy Chief Nurse Grade Salary is dependant on experience Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 180-F-267076 Employer Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Addenbrookes Hospital-Division Corporate Town Cambridge Salary Salary is dependant on experience Closing 08/04/:59 Job overview We are seeking an exceptional Director of Midwifery & Deputy Chief Nurse - an influential, visible and inspirational senior leader who will shape the future of maternity services at CUH. This is a pivotal role for a highly experienced professional who is passionate about delivering outstanding, women centred care. You will provide strategic leadership for our maternity services, championing clinical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As Deputy Chief Nurse, you will take the lead on agreed elements of the Chief Nurse's portfolio and act on their behalf as required, ensuring seamless, high quality leadership across the organisation. You will play a central role in cultivating a culture of safety, collaboration, and compassionate care, while driving forward our ambitions for service transformation and improved outcomes for women, babies, and families. Reporting to the Divisional Director, the Director of Midwifery will provide strategic, professional and operational leadership for maternity services across the Rosie Hospital and community pathways. You will have a strong working relationship with the Chief Nurse and sit within the Chief Nurse corporate team. You will act as the Trust's senior professional voice for midwifery, advocating for women and families, guiding service transformation, and building strong relationships across the Integrated Care System, regional and national maternity networks, and professional bodies. Main duties of the job Providing expert leadership, strategic direction and professional oversight for all midwifery and maternity services. Leading the delivery of safe, high quality, women centred care across all maternity pathways. Shaping and implementing the long term strategic vision for maternity services aligned to national policy, the ICs and the CUH strategy. Partnering with regional and national bodies including the Regional Chief Midwife, Royal Colleges, HEE, CQC, and maternity networks. Driving excellence in clinical quality, safety, governance, workforce planning and service transformation. Leading initiatives to strengthen equality, diversity and inclusion across nursing and midwifery. Supporting and mentoring senior midwifery leaders including the Head and Deputy Head of Midwifery. Working for our organisation Our Trust Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population. CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background. Detailed job description and main responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities. Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: applied for a Graduate visa or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment or the Trust has agreed that they will Sponsor you as a Skilled Worker and you will complete your studies within 3 months of the anticipated start date of employment This vacancy will close at midnight on the 8th April 2026. Interviews are due to be held on date to be confirmed. We welcome applications from the Armed Forces. As an executive/senior officer at CUH, you are accountable for the health and safety of employees and other persons who may be affected by the Trust's work activities in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974. You must ensure workplace injuries and work related ill health are prevented so far as is reasonably practicable and provide strong leadership and commitment to health and safety by ensuring that the principles and practices described within the Trust's H&S Policy are discharged and embedded throughout the organisation. You must also ensure your responsibilities are discharged in accordance with the policy and that the necessary resources and infrastructure for health and safety are provided. Benefits to you At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff. On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose created colleague only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH. CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part time working, job share, term time working and flexible start and finish times. Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered. Person specification Additional Requirements The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent. Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
We believe it takes great people to create a great product. That's why our team lives our company values, and we hire based on them, too. Since 2010, Pipedrive has been on a mission to support sales and marketing teams with easy-to-use, powerful tools that make everyday work faster and easier. Today, our cloud-based software is trusted by over 100,000 companies and used in 179 countries. We have grown from a five person team to a truly international company of over 850+ people, representing more than 50 nationalities, with ten offices distributed across Europe and the US. In 2020, Pipedrive received a majority investment from Vista Equity Partners, a global investment firm that invests exclusively in enterprise software, data and technology enabled businesses, making Pipedrive the fifth unicorn from Estonia. We are looking for an Associate Commercial Counsel to provide strategic legal support for Pipedrive's global commercial operations, focusing on commercial contracting and cross functional business partnership. We are looking for a commercially minded lawyer with exceptional interpersonal skills to drive successful legal outcomes while building strong stakeholder relationships across the organization. The position offers broad exposure to SaaS contracting, vendor negotiations, and strategic business initiatives in a fast paced, collaborative environment. If you're a commercially savvy lawyer who thrives in collaborative environments and is excited to make an impact across a global SaaS organization, we'd love to meet you! Your new adventure: Support commercial transactions by drafting, negotiating, and closing a wide range of global commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, and procurement contracts, while managing renewals and contract lifecycle tools, and making effective use of AI redlining Partner closely with internal stakeholders to provide strategic and commercially minded legal guidance on transaction structure, risk, and negotiations Evaluate, draft, and negotiate non standard agreements, applying sound judgment and creative solutions aligned with Pipedrive's policies and risk appetite Build strong, collaborative relationships across Sales, Procurement, Finance, Product, Information Security, and Data Protection teams Create, refine, and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and best practices to drive efficiency and consistency Manage multiple priorities and workstreams effectively in a fast paced environment, demonstrating strong organisational and project management skills Support a variety of business initiatives as needed, including R&D, AI, and Marketing projects Does this sound like you? 2-4 years of experience in commercial contracting, preferably with technology or SaaS companies, or equivalent experience in a law firm Proven track record structuring and negotiating complex commercial agreements including vendor contracts, customer agreements, and strategic partnerships, including using AI tools Deep understanding of SaaS agreements, software licensing, and technology specific commercial terms Experience managing and maintaining productive relationships with external vendors and both internal and external stakeholders Strong ability to evaluate legal and commercial risks while providing practical, business focused advice Experience creating and optimizing standard legal templates and contracting processes Commercially minded, high energy and results driven, with a strong sense of urgency to achieve Pipedrive's business goals Self directed and comfortable working independently while staying connected across a global team Bachelor's degree required, Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution Fluency in English Foundational understanding of data privacy regulations and standards a plus Why Pipedrive? People first culture - Be part of a team that values authenticity, champions collaboration, and supports each other-no egos, just teamwork. Work alongside top talent from around the world in an inclusive space where different perspectives fuel our best ideas. Everyone is welcome Unlock potential - Push boundaries, take ownership, and experiment with the latest technologies as we enhance our AI First Vision. We empower bold ideas that drive real change We've got you - Your well being matters. Enjoy flexible hours, wellness perks and SWAG. Think performance based bonuses, 28 paid leave days, well being days, compassionate leave, and even pawternal leave-because we take care of ourselves and our people Grow with us - Whether through mentorship, coaching, or internal mobility, we invest in helping you unlock your potential. Open, honest feedback and clear communication are at our core. We grow together through trust and accountability Packed with purpose - Help 100,000+ small and medium sized businesses grow and succeed while doing meaningful, customer driven work Based on this role's access to certain data, Pipedrive might conduct a pre employment background investigation in conjunction with your application for employment with our company. Such data will be handled in accordance with Pipedrive's Privacy Policy for Recruitment. Pipedrive is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status. We're on the lookout for an Associate Commercial Counsel to provide strategic legal support for Pipedrive's global commercial operations. If this is something for you, send us your resume (in English) or a link to your LinkedIn profile and please add why we should pay extra attention to your application.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
We believe it takes great people to create a great product. That's why our team lives our company values, and we hire based on them, too. Since 2010, Pipedrive has been on a mission to support sales and marketing teams with easy-to-use, powerful tools that make everyday work faster and easier. Today, our cloud-based software is trusted by over 100,000 companies and used in 179 countries. We have grown from a five person team to a truly international company of over 850+ people, representing more than 50 nationalities, with ten offices distributed across Europe and the US. In 2020, Pipedrive received a majority investment from Vista Equity Partners, a global investment firm that invests exclusively in enterprise software, data and technology enabled businesses, making Pipedrive the fifth unicorn from Estonia. We are looking for an Associate Commercial Counsel to provide strategic legal support for Pipedrive's global commercial operations, focusing on commercial contracting and cross functional business partnership. We are looking for a commercially minded lawyer with exceptional interpersonal skills to drive successful legal outcomes while building strong stakeholder relationships across the organization. The position offers broad exposure to SaaS contracting, vendor negotiations, and strategic business initiatives in a fast paced, collaborative environment. If you're a commercially savvy lawyer who thrives in collaborative environments and is excited to make an impact across a global SaaS organization, we'd love to meet you! Your new adventure: Support commercial transactions by drafting, negotiating, and closing a wide range of global commercial agreements, including customer, vendor, and procurement contracts, while managing renewals and contract lifecycle tools, and making effective use of AI redlining Partner closely with internal stakeholders to provide strategic and commercially minded legal guidance on transaction structure, risk, and negotiations Evaluate, draft, and negotiate non standard agreements, applying sound judgment and creative solutions aligned with Pipedrive's policies and risk appetite Build strong, collaborative relationships across Sales, Procurement, Finance, Product, Information Security, and Data Protection teams Create, refine, and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and best practices to drive efficiency and consistency Manage multiple priorities and workstreams effectively in a fast paced environment, demonstrating strong organisational and project management skills Support a variety of business initiatives as needed, including R&D, AI, and Marketing projects Does this sound like you? 2-4 years of experience in commercial contracting, preferably with technology or SaaS companies, or equivalent experience in a law firm Proven track record structuring and negotiating complex commercial agreements including vendor contracts, customer agreements, and strategic partnerships, including using AI tools Deep understanding of SaaS agreements, software licensing, and technology specific commercial terms Experience managing and maintaining productive relationships with external vendors and both internal and external stakeholders Strong ability to evaluate legal and commercial risks while providing practical, business focused advice Experience creating and optimizing standard legal templates and contracting processes Commercially minded, high energy and results driven, with a strong sense of urgency to achieve Pipedrive's business goals Self directed and comfortable working independently while staying connected across a global team Bachelor's degree required, Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution Fluency in English Foundational understanding of data privacy regulations and standards a plus Why Pipedrive? People first culture - Be part of a team that values authenticity, champions collaboration, and supports each other-no egos, just teamwork. Work alongside top talent from around the world in an inclusive space where different perspectives fuel our best ideas. Everyone is welcome Unlock potential - Push boundaries, take ownership, and experiment with the latest technologies as we enhance our AI First Vision. We empower bold ideas that drive real change We've got you - Your well being matters. Enjoy flexible hours, wellness perks and SWAG. Think performance based bonuses, 28 paid leave days, well being days, compassionate leave, and even pawternal leave-because we take care of ourselves and our people Grow with us - Whether through mentorship, coaching, or internal mobility, we invest in helping you unlock your potential. Open, honest feedback and clear communication are at our core. We grow together through trust and accountability Packed with purpose - Help 100,000+ small and medium sized businesses grow and succeed while doing meaningful, customer driven work Based on this role's access to certain data, Pipedrive might conduct a pre employment background investigation in conjunction with your application for employment with our company. Such data will be handled in accordance with Pipedrive's Privacy Policy for Recruitment. Pipedrive is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status. We're on the lookout for an Associate Commercial Counsel to provide strategic legal support for Pipedrive's global commercial operations. If this is something for you, send us your resume (in English) or a link to your LinkedIn profile and please add why we should pay extra attention to your application.
About The Role Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 35 hours Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week) Salary: £42,000 - £49,500 Application process: Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying, please contact Join us as a key connector between our People & Development (P&D) team and our corporate services function! You will partner with People Leaders, as well as P&D People Partnering and Talent teams, to define, embed, and bring the skills-based talent strategy to life. You will lead the development of talent programs, incorporating our new brand, change excellence, and culture frameworks, to enhance our ability to evolve into a modern, future-focused building society. You will take ownership of the entire development process, from research and design through to implementation and delivery, collaborating closely with the Talent Team to integrate development pathways into NBS Leadership and Future Skills Academies. Key Responsibilities Empower Leadership: Support Leadership Development and Succession Planning to ensure a robust leadership pipeline and seamless role succession. Collaborate and Innovate: Partner with key stakeholders to identify and build skills frameworks, manage assessments, and create exceptional learning pathways, integrating with academies and 10x Allies. Design and Deliver: Craft impactful learning and development interventions, curating pathways within the LMS to enhance knowledge and skills across a diverse range of teams. Analyse and Align: Conduct cyclical Training Needs Analysis in corporate services teams, aligned with our annual workforce plan and budget. Onboard and Inspire: Support the design, delivery, and monitoring of our onboarding and induction program, championing our purpose of fighting for the extraordinary. Guide and Elevate: Provide 'Best Practice' guidance to leaders and internal teams for localised training design and delivery, ensuring consistent positive colleague development experiences. Develop Careers: Support the development of the Career Pathway framework to deliver meaningful competence and skills development, promoting internal mobility and career growth within the society. About You Up to date knowledge of current talent development best practices Highly collaborative and curious with a confident communication and delivery style. Flexible and adaptable with the ability to coach and influence at all levels to drive and implement change. Experience within a similar Talent Development role supporting operational teams. Brilliant at influencing employees at all levels to support your strategies Reward & Benefits A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave. Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations. For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work. A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers. A strong sustainability agenda - we're continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint. We're passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you. Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders. Embracing Diversity Together We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers. We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community. About Us We are a mutual, which means we don't have shareholders. Instead, we're owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and - well, you. So, we're always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members. Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
About The Role Contract type: Permanent Hours: Full-time, 35 hours Location: Head Office, Nottingham (Hybrid working, minimum 2 days per week) Salary: £42,000 - £49,500 Application process: Please apply via the application button which will direct you to our careers site. If you require any adjustments to assist you in applying, please contact Join us as a key connector between our People & Development (P&D) team and our corporate services function! You will partner with People Leaders, as well as P&D People Partnering and Talent teams, to define, embed, and bring the skills-based talent strategy to life. You will lead the development of talent programs, incorporating our new brand, change excellence, and culture frameworks, to enhance our ability to evolve into a modern, future-focused building society. You will take ownership of the entire development process, from research and design through to implementation and delivery, collaborating closely with the Talent Team to integrate development pathways into NBS Leadership and Future Skills Academies. Key Responsibilities Empower Leadership: Support Leadership Development and Succession Planning to ensure a robust leadership pipeline and seamless role succession. Collaborate and Innovate: Partner with key stakeholders to identify and build skills frameworks, manage assessments, and create exceptional learning pathways, integrating with academies and 10x Allies. Design and Deliver: Craft impactful learning and development interventions, curating pathways within the LMS to enhance knowledge and skills across a diverse range of teams. Analyse and Align: Conduct cyclical Training Needs Analysis in corporate services teams, aligned with our annual workforce plan and budget. Onboard and Inspire: Support the design, delivery, and monitoring of our onboarding and induction program, championing our purpose of fighting for the extraordinary. Guide and Elevate: Provide 'Best Practice' guidance to leaders and internal teams for localised training design and delivery, ensuring consistent positive colleague development experiences. Develop Careers: Support the development of the Career Pathway framework to deliver meaningful competence and skills development, promoting internal mobility and career growth within the society. About You Up to date knowledge of current talent development best practices Highly collaborative and curious with a confident communication and delivery style. Flexible and adaptable with the ability to coach and influence at all levels to drive and implement change. Experience within a similar Talent Development role supporting operational teams. Brilliant at influencing employees at all levels to support your strategies Reward & Benefits A fair and competitive salary evaluated against market data, annual discretionary bonus scheme, Medicash healthcare scheme, 29 days annual leave plus bank holidays and enhanced family leave. Commitment and dedication to your ongoing personal and professional development. We help you to own and grow your potential so you can be at your best in your current role and to support your future career aspirations. For all full-time roles we work a 35-hour working week to promote a work/life balance, we want you to be at your best inside and outside of work. A friendly and inclusive culture where teams genuinely strive to do the right thing by their colleagues and our customers. A strong sustainability agenda - we're continually finding new ways to be kinder to the environment by reducing our carbon footprint. We're passionate about giving back to the communities in which we serve as well as supporting local charities as part of the Samuel Fox Foundation. One of the many ways you can get involved is to use the 2 days per year paid leave to volunteer for causes or charities that are important to you. Your health and wellbeing is our priority, we encourage this through a suite of support resources, including a team of trained mental health first aiders. Embracing Diversity Together We proudly embrace and celebrate diversity as a fundamental cornerstone of our values. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is not just essential for our success but is also a reflection of the vibrant communities we serve. Our commitment to diversity extends beyond our internal culture to the way we approach advertising and engage with our customers. We strive to ensure that all individuals, regardless of background, have an equal chance to thrive and advance in their careers. We acknowledge that diversity is not just a goal to be achieved but a continuous journey toward creating an environment that embraces differences and promotes equal opportunities for all. We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, creativity, and a sense of belonging for every member of our community. About Us We are a mutual, which means we don't have shareholders. Instead, we're owned by our members and use our money to do good, investing in our community, responsible causes, and - well, you. So, we're always striving to do the right thing for our team, communities and members. Although our history spans over 170 years, our purpose of helping our members save, plan for and protect their financial futures is enduring. At The Nottingham Building Society, we are dedicated to overcoming obstacles and turning challenges into opportunities. At the heart of our mission is our unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building better futures by helping our customers achieve the significant milestone of owning their own home.
Job Title: Deputy Manager Contract: Full Time, permanent Hours: 38 hours per week Salary: £31,052.00 Location: Chingford, London, E4 About Outward. For 50 years, Outward has been providing high-quality support and care services to vulnerable people across London, predominantly in North East London. Established by families seeking alternatives to institutional care, we've grown into a respected provider of person-centred support for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs. We support over 1,000 people across nine boroughs, guided by our core values: engage, enable, and empower. Outward is proud to be an accredited Living Wage Employer. This means we are committed to paying the Real Living Wage - not just the government minimum or national living wage - to our frontline Support Workers and other eligible staff. We recognise the value of the work our teams do, and we are committed to ensuring fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. The Real Living Wage is updated annually by the Living Wage Foundation, and Outward remains committed to aligning our pay accordingly. About the Role We are looking for a proactive and passionate, committed and energetic Deputy Manager to join our autism service and dedicated team supporting adults with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and complex support requirement in a vibrant supported living setting. Our service is home of 5 individuals, who deserve high quality of support. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine direct care responsibilities with service coordination and leadership duties. As a Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in empowering the people we support to live independent and fulfilling lives. You'll provide high-quality care and support, while also managing elements of service delivery such as support planning, key working, rota oversight, and staff guidance. You will work closely with the Team Manager and play an active role in ensuring our services are person-centred, well-managed, and aligned with Outward's core values of engage, enable, and empower. Your Responsibilities Provide direct, person-centred support Provide strong day to day leadership within the supported living service, ensuring high standards of care and support for adults with autism and complex needs. Support the Team Manager with the overall running of the service, including staffing, rota management, audits, and compliance with regulatory standards. Carry out key working responsibilities including providing line management and supervision to support staff You will work within the values and spirit of Outward to engage, enable and empower people to achieve their goals and ambitions within a person-centred approach. You will be striving to promote individual choice, independence and self confidence in people You will be required to build and maintain strong relationships and partnership approach with families and involved professionals and stakeholders. You will develop, coach and mentor a positive and resilient team of support workers to deliver high quality and personalised support and embed a culture of positive behaviour support. You will be responsible for ensuring support is delivered innovatively, flexibly and on a person centred basis to meet the needs and outcomes of the people supported. You will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe, effective, caring, well led, responsive and managed to meet CQC essential standards to a minimum of good service and with aim of achievement of outstanding. Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to support consistent service delivery. Essential Criteria Good understanding of safeguarding and risk management in a care/support setting Experience in working in an autism service, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is especially valuable, as our approach focuses on understanding each person's unique needs and creating supportive environments where they can thrive. Supervising staff and play a good role model, coaching and mentoring Ensure accurate record keeping and documentation, maintaining high standards of professionalism and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of health and safety issues within supported housing or care environments Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and data protection principles Staff must have access to a smartphone capable of receiving SMS messages and installing authentication apps for secure systems access Right to Work in the UK. Please note: Outward will not provide visa sponsorship. Desirable Criteria NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) Additional training in PBS, safeguarding, or housing-related legislation How to Apply The above is not an exhaustive list of requirements for the role. If you think you are who we are looking for, please submit a CV and statement detailing how you feel your experiences meets the requirements of the role by referring to the Job Responsibilities and the Person Specification. Closing There is no specific closing date for this advert. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. It would be great to hear from you. Outward is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. If the post you apply for involves working with or having access to adults at risk and/or their records, we will require a DBS for successful candidates. Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave excluding Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) Comprehensive Learning & Development Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Death in Service Benefit Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme Eye care Vouchers Flu Jab Reimbursement Pension Scheme Purchase Additional Annual Leave Refer-a-Friend Scheme Diversity and Safeguarding at Outward : We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Outward applies its Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection is carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age or trade union membership. As an employer, who aspire to become Disability Confident Committed, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. Please indicate clearly at the beginning of your supporting statement if you have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010), and you wish to be considered for an Offer Of an Interview (OOI) Pleasenote that the OOI is available to disabled candidatesonly. Regrettably, any false declaration of disability in order to secure aninterview will impact on your overall application.
Apr 07, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Deputy Manager Contract: Full Time, permanent Hours: 38 hours per week Salary: £31,052.00 Location: Chingford, London, E4 About Outward. For 50 years, Outward has been providing high-quality support and care services to vulnerable people across London, predominantly in North East London. Established by families seeking alternatives to institutional care, we've grown into a respected provider of person-centred support for adults with learning disabilities, autism, mental health needs, and complex needs. We support over 1,000 people across nine boroughs, guided by our core values: engage, enable, and empower. Outward is proud to be an accredited Living Wage Employer. This means we are committed to paying the Real Living Wage - not just the government minimum or national living wage - to our frontline Support Workers and other eligible staff. We recognise the value of the work our teams do, and we are committed to ensuring fair pay that reflects the true cost of living. The Real Living Wage is updated annually by the Living Wage Foundation, and Outward remains committed to aligning our pay accordingly. About the Role We are looking for a proactive and passionate, committed and energetic Deputy Manager to join our autism service and dedicated team supporting adults with a range of needs, including learning disabilities, autism, mental health challenges, and complex support requirement in a vibrant supported living setting. Our service is home of 5 individuals, who deserve high quality of support. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine direct care responsibilities with service coordination and leadership duties. As a Deputy Manager, you will play a key role in empowering the people we support to live independent and fulfilling lives. You'll provide high-quality care and support, while also managing elements of service delivery such as support planning, key working, rota oversight, and staff guidance. You will work closely with the Team Manager and play an active role in ensuring our services are person-centred, well-managed, and aligned with Outward's core values of engage, enable, and empower. Your Responsibilities Provide direct, person-centred support Provide strong day to day leadership within the supported living service, ensuring high standards of care and support for adults with autism and complex needs. Support the Team Manager with the overall running of the service, including staffing, rota management, audits, and compliance with regulatory standards. Carry out key working responsibilities including providing line management and supervision to support staff You will work within the values and spirit of Outward to engage, enable and empower people to achieve their goals and ambitions within a person-centred approach. You will be striving to promote individual choice, independence and self confidence in people You will be required to build and maintain strong relationships and partnership approach with families and involved professionals and stakeholders. You will develop, coach and mentor a positive and resilient team of support workers to deliver high quality and personalised support and embed a culture of positive behaviour support. You will be responsible for ensuring support is delivered innovatively, flexibly and on a person centred basis to meet the needs and outcomes of the people supported. You will be responsible for ensuring the service is safe, effective, caring, well led, responsive and managed to meet CQC essential standards to a minimum of good service and with aim of achievement of outstanding. Work flexibly, including evenings and weekends, to support consistent service delivery. Essential Criteria Good understanding of safeguarding and risk management in a care/support setting Experience in working in an autism service, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is especially valuable, as our approach focuses on understanding each person's unique needs and creating supportive environments where they can thrive. Supervising staff and play a good role model, coaching and mentoring Ensure accurate record keeping and documentation, maintaining high standards of professionalism and regulatory compliance. Knowledge of health and safety issues within supported housing or care environments Understanding of confidentiality, GDPR, and data protection principles Staff must have access to a smartphone capable of receiving SMS messages and installing authentication apps for secure systems access Right to Work in the UK. Please note: Outward will not provide visa sponsorship. Desirable Criteria NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent) Additional training in PBS, safeguarding, or housing-related legislation How to Apply The above is not an exhaustive list of requirements for the role. If you think you are who we are looking for, please submit a CV and statement detailing how you feel your experiences meets the requirements of the role by referring to the Job Responsibilities and the Person Specification. Closing There is no specific closing date for this advert. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. It would be great to hear from you. Outward is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults at risk and expects all staff to share this commitment. If the post you apply for involves working with or having access to adults at risk and/or their records, we will require a DBS for successful candidates. Benefits: 25 days Annual Leave excluding Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time) Comprehensive Learning & Development Programme Cycle to Work Scheme Death in Service Benefit Health Assured - Employee Assistance Programme Eye care Vouchers Flu Jab Reimbursement Pension Scheme Purchase Additional Annual Leave Refer-a-Friend Scheme Diversity and Safeguarding at Outward : We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Outward applies its Equal Opportunities Policy at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection is carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age or trade union membership. As an employer, who aspire to become Disability Confident Committed, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this position will be offered an interview. Please indicate clearly at the beginning of your supporting statement if you have a disability (as defined by the Equality Act 2010), and you wish to be considered for an Offer Of an Interview (OOI) Pleasenote that the OOI is available to disabled candidatesonly. Regrettably, any false declaration of disability in order to secure aninterview will impact on your overall application.
