Deputy Director, Culture and Organisational Development
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 06 Chwefror 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £92,713.00 i £106,919.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £92713.00 - £106919.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 22 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Pan Wales - base either Swansea, Cwmbran or St Asaph, SA6 8BX |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | C9020-26-0023 |
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The post holder will actively engage with key stakeholders to establish a fit for purpose culture which is supported by appropriate frameworks, policies and development in clear alignment with the organisations values, expectations and behaviour standards. The post holder will be responsible for the delivery of the Culture strategic ambitions and actions contained in the People and Culture Plan for WAST and develop innovative strategies to improve performance, promote health and wellbeing and ensure staff are engaged. The post holder is responsible in conjunction with the senior leadership team for the formulation and delivery of culture policies and strategies that deliver the best employment experience for our people and will seek opportunities to evaluate, learn and continually improve. They will also be responsible for ensuring that the strategic and operational objectives are translated into personal objectives for the necessary teams. The post holder will lead on the strategic development of progressive, future focused, evidenced based and inclusive strategic plans, which drive cultural transformation and improved staff wellbeing, delivered through skilled and equipped leaders to create the climate that meets the current needs and future ambitions of the organisation. Be responsible, as part of the senior leadership team, for the design and development of culture policies and strategies which impact on the organisation and will be responsible for ensuring that the strategic and operational People objectives are translated into personal objectives for the necessary teams. Ensure all People policies embrace culture and inclusion, the Trusts values and behaviours and support wellbeing. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, be expected to contribute fully to the management and development of the People and Culture function and deputise for the Director/ Deputy Director when required, which will include attendance at key senior meetings. Present at key meetings including the Executive team and Board on sensitive and contentious subject areas (e.g. a response to tackling bullying and harassment in WAST). Be accountable for effectively managing key Culture functions including Organisational Development, EDI, Change and People Insights and Speaking Up Safely. Be responsible for ensuring that the above functions provide timely and effective expert advice and support to line managers and staff. Work alongside the Deputy Director for People to provide strategic direction and leadership in the development and delivery of the People and Culture Plan to continually improve and modernise the workforce and support transformation of systems. Be required to liaise with Welsh Government and other Government Departments on behalf of the Director /Deputy Director as appropriate. Be responsible to the Director for planning and prioritising a comprehensive range of highly complex work across the Trust, as well as the day-to-day management of the core functions. Forge strong links with Directors, Directorate Leadership Teams, Deputy and Assistant Director peers in other corporate functions, members of the People and Culture Directorate team and TU colleagues. Be responsible for the development of innovative strategies promoting inclusion, leadership, change and colleague voice, promoting and ensuring staff are engaged. Lead service audits to evaluate the impact of services across the Trust. Oversee action plans as appropriate relating to Internal and External Audits e.g. Welsh Audit Office, Shared Services, and Internal Audits etc. Lead and role model the development and ongoing management of a learning and improvement culture. Interpret and assess developing national and local NHS development strategies and recommend courses of action to senior management and external agencies. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.