Job summary
BPAS is an independent healthcare charity that has been advocating and caring for women and couples for over 55 years, supporting over 100,000 women annually across more than 50 healthcare clinics nationwide.
Following significant organisational change and the establishment of a new Executive Leadership structure, we are looking for a Head of Organisational Development to join the Senior Operational Team.
In this role, you will work closely with leaders and managers to develop the culture, behaviours, and capabilities needed to achieve BPAS's strategic workforce development and wellbeing objectives. You will focus on building strong, trusted relationships and creating a space for authentic conversations that lead to meaningful organisational development (OD) solutions. These solutions will drive sustainable cultural change and continuous improvement across the organisation.
Additionally, you will be responsible for leading and supporting the OD team, identifying opportunities for growth and implementing programmes that foster employee development, leadership, and organisational change.
Working from home with travel required to our Head Office in Leamington Spa and BPAS units when required. This is for 36 hours per week over Monday to Friday.
Main duties of the job
1. Designs and delivers the BPAS OD agenda, andother organisational development strategies and plans
2. Lead the design, procurement and delivery oforganisational development interventions including diagnostic tools, teambuilding and learning programmes
3. Contribute to the strategic development andleadership of OD across the organisation; working collaboratively with leadersand people managers to achieve changes that reflect BPASs vision and values
4. Determine, monitor and evaluate metrics and datato ensure OD initiatives and activities deliver value for money
5. Develops and implements an organisation-wideapproach to talent management, succession planning and career progressionworking closely with key partners
6. Promote and deliver a strong and compassionateleadership culture across the OD team
7. Acts as a role model for transformational leadershipdemonstrating expertise and maintaining credibility within the team, organisationand with external stakeholders
About You
You'll be a forward-thinking leader with a proven track record in organisational development & have extensive experience operating at a senior leadership level. Your expertise in designing & delivering impactful OD programmes, coupled with your ability to use data-driven insights to enhance organisational effectiveness, will be key to your success. We're looking for an articulate communicator with strong analytical skills, capable of building credibility and fostering collaboration.
About us
British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent women's reproductive healthcare charity. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS across the country providing abortion, contraception, STI testing & treatment. We specialise in evidence-based, not-for-profit care reproductive healthcare.
Working with us :
Alongside a supportive and friendly working environment, BPAS has generous benefits:
8. Life assurance cover at 3 times salary
9. 34 days annual leave per year
10. A defined contribution pension scheme.
11. You will have access to our employee benefits programme through BHSF which includes special health & wellbeing services & lifestyle offers for you & your family. This includes various salary sacrifice schemes, counselling services & free private GP appointments.
BPAS is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children & young people through a safer recruitment framework. This includes a thorough selection process & a number of pre-employment checks.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full job description and terms and conditions can be found on the right hand side of the page under supporting documents. They are available for you to download and review.
Further Information:
Location: Hybrid - home working with travel required to Head Office in Leamington Spa and other BPAS units as required.
Salary: Approximate £65,000 - £70,000 per annum depending on skills and experience
Hours: 36 per week Monday to Friday
On call
Allmembers of the Senior Operating Team will be required to participate in anon-call rota. The On-Call policy and procedure is being reviewed and revised,however it is envisaged that participation will involve being available toreceive emergency / on-call telephone calls up to 9pm Monday to Friday and onSaturdays and Sundays approximately 4 times per year.
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The Small Print : All applicants must be pro-choice.
References: All offers of employment are conditional based on satisfactory pre-employment checks. We require applicants to provide 3 years of employment references including information on reasons for leaving and any gaps in employment.
Person Specification
General
Essential
12. What are your views on abortion? How do you feel about patients returning multiple times for abortion care?
13. What does Values Driven Leadership mean to you and how has this shaped your career to date?
Skills and Experience
Essential
14. Experience of operating as part of a senior leadership team, with a demonstrated ability to understand and engage in strategy development and execution, and understanding of business operating models, as well as building confidence and credibility at that level
15. Experience of using people data and metrics insights to improve the effectiveness of an organisation
16. Ability to think objectively, exercise sound judgment and understand a range of factors, issues and stakeholder views in to develop the most impactful OD solution
17. Strong analytical skills, confident in the analysis and (written and verbal) presentation of behavioural insights
Supporting Statement
Essential
18. Your statement should outline your motivation for applying and what you believe you can bring to the role and if desired, an opportunity to elaborate further on how your skills and experience align with the role description and candidate profile.
Qualifications
Essential
19. Organisational Development specific leadership/change qualification (or equivalent experience)