Deputy Chief Operating Officer Go back Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust The closing date is 20 March 2026 The Deputy Chief Operating Officer works directly to the Chief Operating Officer providing senior operational and strategic leadership to ensure the effective provision of health and care services across the organisation. The role holds extensive operational resource responsibilities which requires the post holder to plan strategically for all aspects of Operations including: managing performance, workforce, finance, quality, safety and risk. The postholder will lead within the local system, chair system meetings, representing the COO and will be expected to represent the COO both regionally and nationally. They will chair the Operations Directorate Performance & Risk and Business meetings with responsibility for onward reporting for assurance through to Committee. The post holder will have direct line management responsibility for 3 Service Group Directors of Operation, the Head of Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response, and the Operations Directorate. Main duties of the job The postholder will be accountable for the coordination and delivery of high quality and safe clinical services, working in partnership with leadership teams, clinical and professional leads and colleagues in corporate services. The postholder will be responsible for oversight of operational delivery of national and local targets within the resources available. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring flexibility in capacity to meet demand and deliver both the local quality and safety agenda and related improvements. The post holder will have a key role in ensuring financial sustainability. Driving forward progress through inspiring leadership of large scale, complex transformational change programmes (in line with the ambitions of the NHS 10 Year Plan) the postholder will be committed to tackling health inequalities. The role will lead in driving key opportunities across the Trust to support integrated, neighbourhood working to ensure delivery of effective pathways. The post holder will need to develop effective partnership working which delivers tangible solutions across the Integrated Care System in Gloucestershire working with statutory partners, voluntary and independent sector providers and people with lived experience. The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification. About us We have a skilled and dedicated workforce of over 5000 colleagues working in a diverse range of services over 55 sites and within people's homes. We strive to enable a welcoming workplace culture that builds and celebrates civility, inclusivity and diversity, while providing a sense of belonging and trust. Annual staff surveys, regular Pulse surveys and other engagement opportunities provide our people with lots of opportunity to tell us about their experiences of working with us. In the latest staff survey, 61% of colleagues gave us their views. It was great to hear that: 72% of colleagues would recommend the Trust as a place to work, ranking us 1st for Provider Trusts in the South West region on this question. 76% would recommend the standard of care provided in our services if a friend or relative needed treatment, also ranking us 1st in the South West region. 81% said that care of patients and service users is the Trust's priority, compared with an average in comparable NHS Trusts in England of 64%. This high-level overview shows we are in a healthy position, with higher scores than average for comparable organisations, alongside a great response rate, indicating good staff engagement. However, we also know we have plenty of room for improvement in many areas. To that end, we continue to prioritise and invest in our commitment to genuinely becoming a Great Place to Work with consistent top-quartile performance in the annual staff survey and Pulse surveys. Job responsibilities Leadership Values based, compassionate, visible and engaging leadership to inspire and empower staff in delivering high quality services. Leading to embed the new operational structure that puts quality of care at the heart of operational delivery, demonstrating a commitment to improving patient care and experience, and delivering an efficient service by getting things right first time Leading with a commitment to ensuring that people with lived experience are at the heart of the design, development, delivery and monitoring of services Lead services to operate in a community-oriented culture to promote neighbourhood working, social inclusion and reduce health inequalities Be a full and effective contributor to Senior Leadership and Extended Executive meetings and governance fora Ensure clear partnership working across the Trust so that the Operations Directorate is lead in partnership with clinical and professional leads balancing performance, finance, quality, safety and effectiveness. Actively promote the Trust values and the behaviours that underpin these to support and encourage better clinical care Committed to excellent system leadership, recognising the role that the Trust has to play in the wider Health and Social Care system and in local communities. Operational Management The Deputy Chief Operating Officer leads and is responsible for the delivery of services across the Operations Directorate. They manage and report for assurance in relation to agreed contractual, access and performance targets. Utilising processes of continuous quality improvement, the post holder will: Manage the operational performance of services, ensuring high quality, compassionate and person-centred care Ensure effective governance arrangements are in place and regularly audited to ensure effective management of performance of services to achieve agreed contractual targets, ensuring that areas of underperformance are tackled promptly and service improvement plans are developed and instigated where required To effectively report for assurance on improvements in performance with clear actions and milestones, via the trusts IQPR To analyse organisational and service performance data to inform progress against the Trust and the Directorates strategic direction Ensure effective reporting to Committee in relation to performance Ensure that effective clinical governance, risk management and controls assurance systems and procedures are embedded into the culture of Operations Provide senior operational input to contract monitoring arrangements and negotiations (including ICS, Local Authority, NHSE, Specialist Commissioning, and other commissioning/provider organisations) Ensure that service users, patients, families and carers are at the heart of continuous improvement in service delivery Identify opportunities to develop and lead integrated neighbourhood delivery, integrating health and social care and delivery in partnership with VCSE. Analyse a range of complex data and statistical sources of information, including population health data, peer group and national benchmarking, national and international research studies and identification of sources of best practice to constantly learn, improve and transform services Oversee delivery of service efficiencies to meet improved quality and financial management requirements utilising local, regional and national review findings where appropriate To work as part of an extended team, building strong partnerships across corporate services in the effective oversight and management of operational delivery To work across boundaries to ensure a seamless service for patients and ensure the delivery of all operational priorities. This means leading the delivery of high-quality clinical care and services that promote recovery and prevention Proactively identify, manage and report for assurance on operational risks to service delivery ensuring that mitigations are owned and effective and that there is a dynamic approach to the escalation and de-escalation of risks Produce and present reports on areas of operational delivery and performance to the Board and relevant sub-Committees Provide senior leadership in system-wide demand management initiatives/developments working with a wide range of statutory, voluntary and independent sector organisations Contributing to the development of quality improvement approaches Promote and implement a safe, productive and healthy work environment within the Trust in line with Health and Safety, Equality Act and other applicable legislation Ensure mental and physical health operational services comply with legislation including the Health and Social Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding and Human Rights Act Service Planning Lead the development, monitoring, effective delivery and reporting of annual and strategic business plans for services managed and contribute to the development of the Trusts business planning cycle Develop and lead initiatives that respond to the NHS 10 Year Plan Lead skill mix reviews and the development of future focussed workforce plans, recruitment and retention initiatives and creation of new job roles which seek to address the Trusts workforce capacity challenges in line with the NHS People Plan Take a key role in the formulation and delivery of strategic transformation plans in line with organisational strategy . click apply for full job details
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Deputy Chief Operating Officer Go back Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust The closing date is 20 March 2026 The Deputy Chief Operating Officer works directly to the Chief Operating Officer providing senior operational and strategic leadership to ensure the effective provision of health and care services across the organisation. The role holds extensive operational resource responsibilities which requires the post holder to plan strategically for all aspects of Operations including: managing performance, workforce, finance, quality, safety and risk. The postholder will lead within the local system, chair system meetings, representing the COO and will be expected to represent the COO both regionally and nationally. They will chair the Operations Directorate Performance & Risk and Business meetings with responsibility for onward reporting for assurance through to Committee. The post holder will have direct line management responsibility for 3 Service Group Directors of Operation, the Head of Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response, and the Operations Directorate. Main duties of the job The postholder will be accountable for the coordination and delivery of high quality and safe clinical services, working in partnership with leadership teams, clinical and professional leads and colleagues in corporate services. The postholder will be responsible for oversight of operational delivery of national and local targets within the resources available. The postholder will be responsible for ensuring flexibility in capacity to meet demand and deliver both the local quality and safety agenda and related improvements. The post holder will have a key role in ensuring financial sustainability. Driving forward progress through inspiring leadership of large scale, complex transformational change programmes (in line with the ambitions of the NHS 10 Year Plan) the postholder will be committed to tackling health inequalities. The role will lead in driving key opportunities across the Trust to support integrated, neighbourhood working to ensure delivery of effective pathways. The post holder will need to develop effective partnership working which delivers tangible solutions across the Integrated Care System in Gloucestershire working with statutory partners, voluntary and independent sector providers and people with lived experience. The qualification, training & experience requirements for the role are underlined in the Job Description/Person Specification. About us We have a skilled and dedicated workforce of over 5000 colleagues working in a diverse range of services over 55 sites and within people's homes. We strive to enable a welcoming workplace culture that builds and celebrates civility, inclusivity and diversity, while providing a sense of belonging and trust. Annual staff surveys, regular Pulse surveys and other engagement opportunities provide our people with lots of opportunity to tell us about their experiences of working with us. In the latest staff survey, 61% of colleagues gave us their views. It was great to hear that: 72% of colleagues would recommend the Trust as a place to work, ranking us 1st for Provider Trusts in the South West region on this question. 76% would recommend the standard of care provided in our services if a friend or relative needed treatment, also ranking us 1st in the South West region. 81% said that care of patients and service users is the Trust's priority, compared with an average in comparable NHS Trusts in England of 64%. This high-level overview shows we are in a healthy position, with higher scores than average for comparable organisations, alongside a great response rate, indicating good staff engagement. However, we also know we have plenty of room for improvement in many areas. To that end, we continue to prioritise and invest in our commitment to genuinely becoming a Great Place to Work with consistent top-quartile performance in the annual staff survey and Pulse surveys. Job responsibilities Leadership Values based, compassionate, visible and engaging leadership to inspire and empower staff in delivering high quality services. Leading to embed the new operational structure that puts quality of care at the heart of operational delivery, demonstrating a commitment to improving patient care and experience, and delivering an efficient service by getting things right first time Leading with a commitment to ensuring that people with lived experience are at the heart of the design, development, delivery and monitoring of services Lead services to operate in a community-oriented culture to promote neighbourhood working, social inclusion and reduce health inequalities Be a full and effective contributor to Senior Leadership and Extended Executive meetings and governance fora Ensure clear partnership working across the Trust so that the Operations Directorate is lead in partnership with clinical and professional leads balancing performance, finance, quality, safety and effectiveness. Actively promote the Trust values and the behaviours that underpin these to support and encourage better clinical care Committed to excellent system leadership, recognising the role that the Trust has to play in the wider Health and Social Care system and in local communities. Operational Management The Deputy Chief Operating Officer leads and is responsible for the delivery of services across the Operations Directorate. They manage and report for assurance in relation to agreed contractual, access and performance targets. Utilising processes of continuous quality improvement, the post holder will: Manage the operational performance of services, ensuring high quality, compassionate and person-centred care Ensure effective governance arrangements are in place and regularly audited to ensure effective management of performance of services to achieve agreed contractual targets, ensuring that areas of underperformance are tackled promptly and service improvement plans are developed and instigated where required To effectively report for assurance on improvements in performance with clear actions and milestones, via the trusts IQPR To analyse organisational and service performance data to inform progress against the Trust and the Directorates strategic direction Ensure effective reporting to Committee in relation to performance Ensure that effective clinical governance, risk management and controls assurance systems and procedures are embedded into the culture of Operations Provide senior operational input to contract monitoring arrangements and negotiations (including ICS, Local Authority, NHSE, Specialist Commissioning, and other commissioning/provider organisations) Ensure that service users, patients, families and carers are at the heart of continuous improvement in service delivery Identify opportunities to develop and lead integrated neighbourhood delivery, integrating health and social care and delivery in partnership with VCSE. Analyse a range of complex data and statistical sources of information, including population health data, peer group and national benchmarking, national and international research studies and identification of sources of best practice to constantly learn, improve and transform services Oversee delivery of service efficiencies to meet improved quality and financial management requirements utilising local, regional and national review findings where appropriate To work as part of an extended team, building strong partnerships across corporate services in the effective oversight and management of operational delivery To work across boundaries to ensure a seamless service for patients and ensure the delivery of all operational priorities. This means leading the delivery of high-quality clinical care and services that promote recovery and prevention Proactively identify, manage and report for assurance on operational risks to service delivery ensuring that mitigations are owned and effective and that there is a dynamic approach to the escalation and de-escalation of risks Produce and present reports on areas of operational delivery and performance to the Board and relevant sub-Committees Provide senior leadership in system-wide demand management initiatives/developments working with a wide range of statutory, voluntary and independent sector organisations Contributing to the development of quality improvement approaches Promote and implement a safe, productive and healthy work environment within the Trust in line with Health and Safety, Equality Act and other applicable legislation Ensure mental and physical health operational services comply with legislation including the Health and Social Care Act, Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Deprivation of Liberty Safeguarding and Human Rights Act Service Planning Lead the development, monitoring, effective delivery and reporting of annual and strategic business plans for services managed and contribute to the development of the Trusts business planning cycle Develop and lead initiatives that respond to the NHS 10 Year Plan Lead skill mix reviews and the development of future focussed workforce plans, recruitment and retention initiatives and creation of new job roles which seek to address the Trusts workforce capacity challenges in line with the NHS People Plan Take a key role in the formulation and delivery of strategic transformation plans in line with organisational strategy . click apply for full job details
Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract page is loaded Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contractremote type: Praca z domulocations: Home-Based - GBR: Home Based - NItime type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajjob requisition id: We're looking for a skilled and experienced Principal Planning Consultant to join our market-leading Planning Resilience team at Capita. This is a flexible contract opportunity, open to applicants across the UK and Northern Ireland, where you'll be paid for the hours you work. As the Principal Planner, you'll be able to demonstrate at least 8 years of experience within Planning Policy or Development Management. You will be expected to lead on major planning applications, provide expert advice on local plans, and help drive service improvements for our Local Authority clients. With access to a wide range of projects and a supportive team of planning professionals, this is a chance to make a real impact-on your career and the communities we serve. This role will be paid on an hourly rate based on variable hours, depending on work available. Job title: Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract Job Description: What you'll be doing Process major planning applications in a timely manner, producing robust reports and recommendations to achieve desired and deliverable outcomes. Undertake pre application discussions on major proposals, some under Planning Performance Agreements Prepare and present evidence on appeals for external clients. Working with our clients and partner Councils, you will be required to work flexibly on a range of projects across strategic planning and development management including Local Plans and supporting evidence, Supplementary Planning Documents, CIL/S106 and Sustainability Appraisal. You will provide high quality timely professional advice and direction on planning matters being proactive and problem-solving as required by the client. Leading on consultation and engagement activities, to include coordination and review of public consultation representations and responding to queries from members of the public or Councillors as required. Contribute to the delivery and improvement of business management systems, procedures and processes. Provide support and guidance to peers and more junior staff and ensure contemporary planning issues and legislation are cascaded and understood. Support the growth of the team by making a positive contribution to business development, securing repeat work and applying a commercial lens to all work undertaken. Provide consistently high quality professional advice on planning matters to clients, members of the public, councillors and others as necessary. Negotiate with applicants and a wide range of stakeholders in order to obtain high quality outcomes within given time constraints set out in our contractual arrangements with clients. Provide concise, accurate, justified and timely reports and recommendations on major planning applications and pre application discussions applying current legislation and policy changes as appropriate. Keep up to date with current and emerging policy development at a local, regional and national level so that clients are in a strong position to benefit from existing policies and potential changes. Be involved in service improvements and our business operations to ensure resilience competitive edge, efficiency and effectiveness going forward. What we're looking for Essential: Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including proven expertise as an expert witness at Planning Inquiries/Local Plan Examination. Demonstrable experience working as a Principal Planning Officer or Consultant in the public sector is essential; experience across both public and private sectors would be advantageous. A high level of knowledge, understanding and application of current and emerging planning legislation. Full, clean UK Driving License with the willingness to travel to meet our client requirements About Capita Local Public Service Capita Public deliver services and solutions that keep the UK government including local councils running and improving services to the public. Capita Local Public Services (LPS) is a £170m business with 3,000 staff working in a matrix operating model to deliver services to over 50 clients, encompassing both Local Government and Community Health (NHS) Capita has a long and rich history working with Local Government and the NHS and both markets are central to our growth strategy for the next 5 years. Unlock Your Potential with Capita At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You are part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We're committed to your growth - offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued What we hope you'll do next: Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. Equal Opportunities At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email or call and we'll get back to you to discuss.For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - Location: Home-Based - GBR,Zjednoczone Królestwo Time Type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzin Contract Type: Dorywczy Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes - for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business - in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people's lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract page is loaded Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contractremote type: Praca z domulocations: Home-Based - GBR: Home Based - NItime type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzinposted on: Opublikowano dzisiajjob requisition id: We're looking for a skilled and experienced Principal Planning Consultant to join our market-leading Planning Resilience team at Capita. This is a flexible contract opportunity, open to applicants across the UK and Northern Ireland, where you'll be paid for the hours you work. As the Principal Planner, you'll be able to demonstrate at least 8 years of experience within Planning Policy or Development Management. You will be expected to lead on major planning applications, provide expert advice on local plans, and help drive service improvements for our Local Authority clients. With access to a wide range of projects and a supportive team of planning professionals, this is a chance to make a real impact-on your career and the communities we serve. This role will be paid on an hourly rate based on variable hours, depending on work available. Job title: Principal Town Planning Consultant - Zero Hours Contract Job Description: What you'll be doing Process major planning applications in a timely manner, producing robust reports and recommendations to achieve desired and deliverable outcomes. Undertake pre application discussions on major proposals, some under Planning Performance Agreements Prepare and present evidence on appeals for external clients. Working with our clients and partner Councils, you will be required to work flexibly on a range of projects across strategic planning and development management including Local Plans and supporting evidence, Supplementary Planning Documents, CIL/S106 and Sustainability Appraisal. You will provide high quality timely professional advice and direction on planning matters being proactive and problem-solving as required by the client. Leading on consultation and engagement activities, to include coordination and review of public consultation representations and responding to queries from members of the public or Councillors as required. Contribute to the delivery and improvement of business management systems, procedures and processes. Provide support and guidance to peers and more junior staff and ensure contemporary planning issues and legislation are cascaded and understood. Support the growth of the team by making a positive contribution to business development, securing repeat work and applying a commercial lens to all work undertaken. Provide consistently high quality professional advice on planning matters to clients, members of the public, councillors and others as necessary. Negotiate with applicants and a wide range of stakeholders in order to obtain high quality outcomes within given time constraints set out in our contractual arrangements with clients. Provide concise, accurate, justified and timely reports and recommendations on major planning applications and pre application discussions applying current legislation and policy changes as appropriate. Keep up to date with current and emerging policy development at a local, regional and national level so that clients are in a strong position to benefit from existing policies and potential changes. Be involved in service improvements and our business operations to ensure resilience competitive edge, efficiency and effectiveness going forward. What we're looking for Essential: Member of the Royal Town Planning Institute. Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, including proven expertise as an expert witness at Planning Inquiries/Local Plan Examination. Demonstrable experience working as a Principal Planning Officer or Consultant in the public sector is essential; experience across both public and private sectors would be advantageous. A high level of knowledge, understanding and application of current and emerging planning legislation. Full, clean UK Driving License with the willingness to travel to meet our client requirements About Capita Local Public Service Capita Public deliver services and solutions that keep the UK government including local councils running and improving services to the public. Capita Local Public Services (LPS) is a £170m business with 3,000 staff working in a matrix operating model to deliver services to over 50 clients, encompassing both Local Government and Community Health (NHS) Capita has a long and rich history working with Local Government and the NHS and both markets are central to our growth strategy for the next 5 years. Unlock Your Potential with Capita At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You are part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We're committed to your growth - offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. Customer first, always Fearless innovation Achieve together Everyone is valued What we hope you'll do next: Choose 'Apply now' to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. Equal Opportunities At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email or call and we'll get back to you to discuss.For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - Location: Home-Based - GBR,Zjednoczone Królestwo Time Type: Zatrudnienie w niepełnym wymiarze godzin Contract Type: Dorywczy Capita is a consulting, transformation and digital services business. We deliver innovative solutions and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We're driven by our purpose: to create better outcomes - for our employees, clients and customers, suppliers and partners, investors, and society. We're committed to being a responsible business - in how we operate, serve society, respect our people and the environment, and deliver attractive returns to our investors. Every day we help millions of people, by delivering innovative solutions to transform and simplify the connections between businesses and customers, governments and citizens. We partner with clients and provide them with the insight and cutting-edge technologies that give time back, allowing them to focus on what they do best and making people's lives easier and simpler. We operate in the UK, Europe, India and South Africa and currently have 55,000 talented people working in our three divisions: Capita Experience, Capita Public Service and Capita Portfolio.
Business overview Promar Internationalis part of Genus plc, an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. Promar is a leading provider of consultancy services to farmers, food companies, and retailers. We create and analyse a vast array of industry data to keep us at the forefront of trends and provide reliable evidence to back our advice. Genusis an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partneringwith farmers to transform how we nourish the world - a mission that is important to a sustainable future. Our vision is clear:Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world. Our Values Collaborate as One Team Create Value for Customers Innovate with Purpose Never stop improving DEI Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed. Role Overview Genus is seeking a passionate and highly organised Technical Services Supervisor / FBS Centre Manager to lead a team of Research Officers delivering the nationally important Farm Business Survey (FBS). If you're motivated by people leadership, agriculture, data quality, and supporting the future of UK farming, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact. The FBS Centre Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth delivery of high quality farm business data across the region. You'll lead and support a team of Research Officers responsible for collecting, analysing and processing financial and physical farm data used to inform key UK and European agricultural policy. You'll also work directly with participating farmers and growers, maintaining strong relationships to ensure the survey continues to deliver accurate and meaningful insights. This is a hands on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys fieldwork, data accuracy, problem solving, and developing people Essential duties and responsibilities Leadership & Team Management - 30% Lead and develop a regional team of Research Officers Hold regular 1:1s and performance appraisals Manage workloads, budgets, and training plans Coaching & Quality Support - 10% Complete joint field visits to provide coaching Offer technical and practical guidance to improve efficiency and data quality Farm Business Data Collection - 25% Work alongside your team to gather, analyse and validate farm business data Visit participating farmers and maintain strong professional relationships Data Returns & Reporting - 15% Complete detailed submissions to DEFRA Ensure accuracy of all inputs, outputs, and annual management accounts Farmer Feedback - 10% Produce benchmarking and performance reports for participants Participant Recruitment - 5% Collaborate with the FBS Farm Recruitment Manager to onboard new farms each year Data Security - 5% Maintain safe custody and return of sensitive participant records Requirements Essential Experience & Skills Strong, people-focused leadership experience Broad and current knowledge of agriculture, horticulture, and rural communities High numeracy skills and experience working with detailed financial data Advanced MS Excel capability Sound understanding of accounting principles (Xero experience beneficial) Excellent relationship-building and communication skills Passionate about developing and supporting others Education & Requirements Agricultural qualificationorsignificant industry experience Valid driving licence Self motivated, organised, and able to work flexibly Comfortable travelling within the region Equal Employment Opportunities Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Mar 07, 2026
Full time
Business overview Promar Internationalis part of Genus plc, an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. Promar is a leading provider of consultancy services to farmers, food companies, and retailers. We create and analyse a vast array of industry data to keep us at the forefront of trends and provide reliable evidence to back our advice. Genusis an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing. We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partneringwith farmers to transform how we nourish the world - a mission that is important to a sustainable future. Our vision is clear:Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world. Our Values Collaborate as One Team Create Value for Customers Innovate with Purpose Never stop improving DEI Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed. Role Overview Genus is seeking a passionate and highly organised Technical Services Supervisor / FBS Centre Manager to lead a team of Research Officers delivering the nationally important Farm Business Survey (FBS). If you're motivated by people leadership, agriculture, data quality, and supporting the future of UK farming, this is a fantastic opportunity to make an impact. The FBS Centre Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth delivery of high quality farm business data across the region. You'll lead and support a team of Research Officers responsible for collecting, analysing and processing financial and physical farm data used to inform key UK and European agricultural policy. You'll also work directly with participating farmers and growers, maintaining strong relationships to ensure the survey continues to deliver accurate and meaningful insights. This is a hands on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys fieldwork, data accuracy, problem solving, and developing people Essential duties and responsibilities Leadership & Team Management - 30% Lead and develop a regional team of Research Officers Hold regular 1:1s and performance appraisals Manage workloads, budgets, and training plans Coaching & Quality Support - 10% Complete joint field visits to provide coaching Offer technical and practical guidance to improve efficiency and data quality Farm Business Data Collection - 25% Work alongside your team to gather, analyse and validate farm business data Visit participating farmers and maintain strong professional relationships Data Returns & Reporting - 15% Complete detailed submissions to DEFRA Ensure accuracy of all inputs, outputs, and annual management accounts Farmer Feedback - 10% Produce benchmarking and performance reports for participants Participant Recruitment - 5% Collaborate with the FBS Farm Recruitment Manager to onboard new farms each year Data Security - 5% Maintain safe custody and return of sensitive participant records Requirements Essential Experience & Skills Strong, people-focused leadership experience Broad and current knowledge of agriculture, horticulture, and rural communities High numeracy skills and experience working with detailed financial data Advanced MS Excel capability Sound understanding of accounting principles (Xero experience beneficial) Excellent relationship-building and communication skills Passionate about developing and supporting others Education & Requirements Agricultural qualificationorsignificant industry experience Valid driving licence Self motivated, organised, and able to work flexibly Comfortable travelling within the region Equal Employment Opportunities Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Chief Officer at Care & Repair Cardiff & The Vale Agency: Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale Location: Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Salary: £59,732 per annum Hours: 35 hours About the role Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale is a respected, mission-led charity working across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan to support older and vulnerable people to live independently in safe, warm and accessible homes. Every day, our work enables people to remain safe, independent and connected to their communities. Behind every adaptation, repair or casework intervention is a person whose quality of life is improved. As Chief Officer, you will be leading an organisation that makes that difference possible. Working in partnership with Welsh Government, local authorities, health boards and third-sector partners, we deliver practical, technical and casework services that have tangible and lasting impact. We are now seeking an experienced and values-driven Chief Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of development, sustainability and growth. Lead With Purpose. Deliver Impact That Matters The Opportunity Reporting to the Chair and Board of Trustees, the Chief Officer will provide strategic direction, organisational leadership and financial stewardship to ensure the long-term sustainability, resilience and effectiveness of the organisation. This is a broad and senior leadership role combining: Strategic planning and organisational development Charity and company governance at Board level Financial leadership, budgeting and long-term sustainability planning Funding strategy, income diversification and partnership development Risk management, compliance and regulatory oversight You will take overall responsibility for ensuring the organisation's financial stability, governance integrity and strategic direction. The Chief Officer will also act as a Director of the charity's social enterprise, Care & Repair Home Improvement Services Ltd, and fulfil associated statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006. You will act as the organisation's accountable officer, ensuring statutory, regulatory and safeguarding responsibilities are always met, while serving as the key interface between Trustees and staff. You will represent Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale within regional and national forums, contributing to sector dialogue and ensuring the organisation remains progressive and influential amongst its peers. What Success Will Look Like In your first 12 months, you will: Strengthen financial resilience and income sustainability Embed robust governance, compliance and risk management frameworks Develop and implement a clear, forward-looking strategic plan Build trusted, strategic relationships with key statutory partners and funders Provide visible, stable and values-led leadership to the team Identify opportunities for service innovation and sustainable growth Ensure services continue to deliver measurable, high-quality outcomes About You This role would suit an experienced Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, Managing Director or Senior Director who has led an organisation, service or division of comparable complexity and accountability. You will demonstrate: Significant senior leadership experience within the charity, housing, social care, public sector or other regulated, purpose-driven environments Substantial experience reporting to and advising a Board at senior level Strong financial management capability, including budgeting, cash flow oversight and sustainability planning Experience operating within governance and regulatory frameworks Experience of income generation, funding strategy or commercial sustainability The ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery Integrity, credibility and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable communities Experience within housing, health, community services or other sectors supporting regulated or vulnerable client groups is highly desirable. We welcome applications from leaders with transferable skills who are motivated by purpose and social impact. Why Join Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale? Lead an organisation with genuine and visible community impact Work alongside a committed and engaged Board of Trustees Shape future strategy and long-term sustainability Operate within a collaborative and mission-driven culture Make a direct and meaningful difference to people's lives This role offers an experienced leader the opportunity to bring their professional expertise, commercial discipline and governance strength to a mission-driven organisation where impact, integrity and community outcomes sit at the heart of every decision. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose in a role where your leadership will matter every day. Additional Information Permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week) Role is primarily office and community-based across Cardiff & Vale, with hybrid flexibility where appropriate Full UK driving licence required Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates who require them. How to apply To apply, please submit: A CV A supporting statement outlining how you meet the essential criteria
Mar 02, 2026
Full time
Chief Officer at Care & Repair Cardiff & The Vale Agency: Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale Location: Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan Salary: £59,732 per annum Hours: 35 hours About the role Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale is a respected, mission-led charity working across Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan to support older and vulnerable people to live independently in safe, warm and accessible homes. Every day, our work enables people to remain safe, independent and connected to their communities. Behind every adaptation, repair or casework intervention is a person whose quality of life is improved. As Chief Officer, you will be leading an organisation that makes that difference possible. Working in partnership with Welsh Government, local authorities, health boards and third-sector partners, we deliver practical, technical and casework services that have tangible and lasting impact. We are now seeking an experienced and values-driven Chief Officer to lead the organisation into its next phase of development, sustainability and growth. Lead With Purpose. Deliver Impact That Matters The Opportunity Reporting to the Chair and Board of Trustees, the Chief Officer will provide strategic direction, organisational leadership and financial stewardship to ensure the long-term sustainability, resilience and effectiveness of the organisation. This is a broad and senior leadership role combining: Strategic planning and organisational development Charity and company governance at Board level Financial leadership, budgeting and long-term sustainability planning Funding strategy, income diversification and partnership development Risk management, compliance and regulatory oversight You will take overall responsibility for ensuring the organisation's financial stability, governance integrity and strategic direction. The Chief Officer will also act as a Director of the charity's social enterprise, Care & Repair Home Improvement Services Ltd, and fulfil associated statutory duties under the Companies Act 2006. You will act as the organisation's accountable officer, ensuring statutory, regulatory and safeguarding responsibilities are always met, while serving as the key interface between Trustees and staff. You will represent Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale within regional and national forums, contributing to sector dialogue and ensuring the organisation remains progressive and influential amongst its peers. What Success Will Look Like In your first 12 months, you will: Strengthen financial resilience and income sustainability Embed robust governance, compliance and risk management frameworks Develop and implement a clear, forward-looking strategic plan Build trusted, strategic relationships with key statutory partners and funders Provide visible, stable and values-led leadership to the team Identify opportunities for service innovation and sustainable growth Ensure services continue to deliver measurable, high-quality outcomes About You This role would suit an experienced Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executive, Managing Director or Senior Director who has led an organisation, service or division of comparable complexity and accountability. You will demonstrate: Significant senior leadership experience within the charity, housing, social care, public sector or other regulated, purpose-driven environments Substantial experience reporting to and advising a Board at senior level Strong financial management capability, including budgeting, cash flow oversight and sustainability planning Experience operating within governance and regulatory frameworks Experience of income generation, funding strategy or commercial sustainability The ability to balance strategic thinking with operational delivery Integrity, credibility and a deep commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable communities Experience within housing, health, community services or other sectors supporting regulated or vulnerable client groups is highly desirable. We welcome applications from leaders with transferable skills who are motivated by purpose and social impact. Why Join Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale? Lead an organisation with genuine and visible community impact Work alongside a committed and engaged Board of Trustees Shape future strategy and long-term sustainability Operate within a collaborative and mission-driven culture Make a direct and meaningful difference to people's lives This role offers an experienced leader the opportunity to bring their professional expertise, commercial discipline and governance strength to a mission-driven organisation where impact, integrity and community outcomes sit at the heart of every decision. This is an opportunity to lead with purpose in a role where your leadership will matter every day. Additional Information Permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week) Role is primarily office and community-based across Cardiff & Vale, with hybrid flexibility where appropriate Full UK driving licence required Applicants must have the right to work in the UK Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Care & Repair Cardiff and the Vale is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Reasonable adjustments will be made for candidates who require them. How to apply To apply, please submit: A CV A supporting statement outlining how you meet the essential criteria
