The Head of Cultural and Organisational Development will provide strategic leadership for Organisational Development (OD), Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI), and Colleague Health and Wellbeing teams. This role is responsible for designing, delivering, and evaluating a range of OD and staff engagement initiatives that support both the Trust’s immediate and long-term strategic objectives. Additionally, the role includes advancing EDI initiatives across the organisation and overseeing the Health and Wellbeing Strategy, including line management of Freedom to Speak Up (FTSU).
A key aspect of this position is driving the achievement of the Trust’s strategic goals and priorities by leading the development of innovative OD and staff engagement strategies. Collaborating closely with the Director of Communications and Staff Engagement, the postholder will provide expert guidance to facilitate the cultural transformation necessary for the Trust to fulfil its mission of delivering ‘The Best Care for Everyone’ and maintaining its status as a ‘Well-Led’ organisation.
Expected interview date: 2nd April 2025
Cultural Leadership and Organisational Change
Develop and implement a long-term cultural transformation strategy that aligns with the Trust’s vision and values.
Sustain a psychologically safe and inclusive work environment that encourages open communication and continuous improvement.
Data-Driven Decision Making and Performance Monitoring
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of OD, EDI, and wellbeing initiatives.
Benchmark Trust performance against national standards and best practices in OD, EDI, and staff wellbeing.
Strategic Collaboration and Partnership Working
Work cross-functionally with HR, communications, and operational leaders to ensure cultural initiatives are embedded across the organisation.
Compliance and Risk Management
Ensure that OD, EDI, and wellbeing strategies align with national NHS policies, CQC expectations, and employment legislation.
Support risk management by addressing cultural and wellbeing-related concerns that may impact workforce retention and performance.
Develop robust action plans to address disparities and inequalities within the workforce.
Innovation and Continuous Improvement
Identify and implement emerging best practices in OD, EDI, and workplace wellbeing.
This post would be working within a service line of enthusiastic and compassionate leaders, managers and colleagues. We are on a Cultural Journey whereby we place importance on ensuring that all colleagues are trained, supported and listened to, ensuring excellent patient care.

Enhance leadership effectiveness across the Trust, ensuring cultural and behavioural alignment with the Trust’s Vision and Strategy.
Collaborate with the Head of Education and People Development on Leadership and OD interdependencies.
Lead and manage a team of OD, EDI, and Wellbeing specialists, including budget oversight.
Partner with leaders across One Gloucestershire Integrated Care System to design, deliver, and evaluate system-wide OD initiatives.
Align leadership and managerial development with organisational cultural transformation and talent development.
Design, implement, and evaluate strategic OD priorities, including:
Staff Engagement
Colleague Health and Wellbeing
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Teamwork and Leadership as part of the Staff Experience Improvement Programme
Workforce Retention
Oversee the analysis, design, and execution of staff experience data evaluations and related engagement activities.
Ensure all programmes are outcome-driven and provide an evidence-based return on investment.
Maintain the Trust’s approved centre status with the Institute of Leadership and Management (ILM) for accredited development awards.
Drive continuous improvement in equality of access and outcomes for patients and the workforce by ensuring strategic alignment with Trust priorities.