Assistant Director of People Programmes, OH and Wellbeing
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Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust Assistant Director of People Programmes, OH and Wellbeing
The closing date is 15 November 2026
Job summary
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust (BHT) are looking for a highly experienced clinician, manager and transformational leader to lead our Occupational Health, Wellbeing and People Programmes teams.
Based at the purpose-designed Occupational Health & Wellbeing Hub at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, with outreach to all other sites across Buckinghamshire. The role reports to the Director of Workforce and Wellbeing.
There is a strong culture of employee health and wellbeing at BHT, with support at all levels of the organisation and aligned to our Healthy Communities Strategy. Over recent years we are proud to be consistently amongst the top Trusts in the NHS Staff Survey for "My organisation takes positive action on health and wellbeing".
Main duties of the job
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and continue to develop our dedicated and professional teams who take pride in supporting our Trust colleagues. The services provide a range of Occupational Health and Wellbeing related services, that provide both pro-active and reactive initiatives, that ensure compliance with legislative requirements and contribute to BHT being a Great Place to Work.
About us
Why colleagues think we are"a great place to work!"?
What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
Alongside NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement and pension scheme, you'll have access to NHS discount schemes.
We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
What do we stand for?
Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
We are working hard to increase diversity at all levels within the trust. We believe a diverse workforce can have a positive effect on both staff wellbeing and patient outcomes.
We welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates, candidates with disabilities and care-experienced candidates.
We are proud to achieve the Gold award for the Armed Forces Covenant and support applications from the Armed Forces Community. Please contact [email protected] (Armed Forces Covenant Lead) if you would like guidance or assistance with your application.
We make employment decisions by matching our service needs with the skills and experience of candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8c
Salary
£79,504 to £91,609 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
434-C8404353
Job locations
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a varied role, and we are looking for a passionate and empathic individual who will value the opportunity to support our exceptional colleagues. The role also includes leading our transformational people programmes team, which requires the post holder to partner closely with key stakeholders across the People Directorate and wider Trust to develop and implement programmes and ensure delivery of these, in line with the new NHS Staff Standards and the Employment Rights Act.
This is offered as a full-time contract, but BHT are proud to offer various flexible working options.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This is a varied role, and we are looking for a passionate and empathic individual who will value the opportunity to support our exceptional colleagues. The role also includes leading our transformational people programmes team, which requires the post holder to partner closely with key stakeholders across the People Directorate and wider Trust to develop and implement programmes and ensure delivery of these, in line with the new NHS Staff Standards and the Employment Rights Act.
This is offered as a full-time contract, but BHT are proud to offer various flexible working options.
Person Specification
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered General Nurse or Allied Health professional
- Specialist Practitioner in Occupational Health, or equivalent portfolio of experience
- Leadership and Management qualification or equivalent portfolio of experience
Desirable
- Master's Level Qualification or an equivalent portfolio of experience
- Qualified and accredited mediator
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Good range of substantial experience within Occupational Heath setting at a management level.
- Significant experience of financial management, budget setting & monitoring.
- Significant experience managing teams, including setting objectives, appraisal, recruitment, and disciplinary
Desirable
- Excellent planning and organisational skills including strategic service and
- Experience of contract management
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge and experience Occupational Health Service, Health and Wellbeing policies, procedures, and targets, in relation to delivery of a quality service
- Strong IT skills to manage systems and report on complex service and performance management information
EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
Essential
- Registered General Nurse or Allied Health professional
- Specialist Practitioner in Occupational Health, or equivalent portfolio of experience
- Leadership and Management qualification or equivalent portfolio of experience
Desirable
- Master's Level Qualification or an equivalent portfolio of experience
- Qualified and accredited mediator
EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Good range of substantial experience within Occupational Heath setting at a management level.
- Significant experience of financial management, budget setting & monitoring.
- Significant experience managing teams, including setting objectives, appraisal, recruitment, and disciplinary
Desirable
- Excellent planning and organisational skills including strategic service and
- Experience of contract management
SKILLS, ABILITIES & KNOWLEDGE
Essential
- Knowledge and experience Occupational Health Service, Health and Wellbeing policies, procedures, and targets, in relation to delivery of a quality service
- Strong IT skills to manage systems and report on complex service and performance management information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust
Address
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://careers.buckshealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Director of Workforce and Wellbeing
Karon Hart
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8c
Salary
£79,504 to £91,609 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
434-C8404353
Job locations
Stoke Mandeville Hospital
Aylesbury
HP21 8AL
United Kingdom
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