Freedom to Speak Up Guardian

Role overview

Sirona care & health is seeking a Freedom to Speak Up Guardian to act as a highly visible, trusted, and influential voice across the organisation. In this position, you will work alongside Directors, the Chief Executive Officer, and the Chair to help build a workplace culture where openness is encouraged and colleagues feel able to raise concerns safely and confidently. You will also establish and guide an active network of Freedom to Speak Up champions so that the message and support reach every team, service, and part of the organisation.

Key accountabilities

• Create and run communication and engagement activity that raises awareness of the Freedom to Speak Up Guardian role among staff.
• Advocate for local speak-up routes, support services, and guidance, while showing the positive difference that speaking up makes and recognising when concerns are raised.
• Make sure all employees know where to find help and can access the support they need to speak up.
• Recruit, train, and support a champion network so the Freedom to Speak Up approach is available across the organisation and staff can easily reach someone outside their direct management line for advice and support.
• Ensure induction sessions cover freedom to speak up information and clearly explain the Guardian role.

About Sirona care & health

Sirona care & health is England’s largest provider of adult and children’s community services, supporting communities across Bristol, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire. The organisation offers a culture that values new ideas, professional growth, and meaningful contribution to local care.

Rewards and culture

This role comes with Agenda for Change pay, full NHS benefits, more than 27 days of annual leave, and membership in the NHS Pension Scheme. The organisation also highlights development opportunities for colleagues and apprentices, and welcomes people at different stages of their career, including those starting out in healthcare, seeking a new challenge in the NHS, or exploring a career change.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion

Sirona care & health welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities it serves. The organisation aims to be fair, inclusive, and supportive of everyone, and values the contribution of a wide range of perspectives and experiences.

Additional information

For informal enquiries, contact Karen Gleaves, Freedom to Speak Up Guardian Lead, at karen.gleave@nhs.net. A benefits leaflet is also available with the vacancy information.