Head of Organisational Professional Development
Gillingham, England, United Kingdom · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- GBP 57,528 – GBP 64,750 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 1 week ago
- Work mode
- In office
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Job description
About the Role
This pivotal leadership position involves spearheading the design, execution, and continuous improvement of professional development and learning initiatives in alignment with strategic priorities of the Trust. A key responsibility is to combine Organisational Development (OD) with Learning and Development (L&D) to deliver integrated plans under the Trust's People Strategy, enhancing workforce capability to provide outstanding care.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead effective change management to enhance organizational effectiveness and embed strategic transformations into everyday operations.
- Design and direct the learning and development department to align with evolving organizational goals.
- Create and implement a bespoke leadership and management development program that supports the Trust’s values, People Plan, and future leadership needs.
- Conduct detailed diagnostics in OD and L&D to identify opportunities for organizational growth and develop interventions accordingly.
- Measure and track organizational performance improvements resulting from development initiatives.
Organizational Culture and Benefits
Medway NHS Foundation Trust emphasizes teamwork and a unified vision of excellence. The organization fosters a culture that promotes career advancement within a challenging, ambitious environment.
The Trust supports flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, recognizing the importance of personal and family commitments without compromising patient care.
Employees benefit from a comprehensive range of perks, including access to a gym, health and wellbeing programs, an on-site nursery, and participation in a cycle to work scheme.
Diversity and Inclusion
Medway NHS Foundation Trust is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Particular encouragement is extended to applicants from underrepresented groups in alignment with its goal to be an employer of choice.
Safeguarding
All staff members adhere strictly to safeguarding policies concerning children, young people, and vulnerable adults as set by the Trust and the Kent and Medway Safeguarding Board.
Contact Information
For additional information or informal discussions, please contact Nikki Singh, Head of Staff Experience, OD and Wellbeing, at nikki.singh1@nhs.net.