Chief People Officer


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	Negotiable
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bury St Edmunds, IP33 2QZ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	1 Sept 2026
Closing date:	17 Sept 2026

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Summary

The CPO will: Develop a strategic workforce vision and framework for WSFT so that our clinical divisions and corporate directorates are supported to formulate long-term workforce and education plans. Lead, inspire and develop the workforce directorate, in order to deliver efficient, effective, values-driven and future focused HR, learning and organisational development services. Effectively discharge the executive lead roles pertaining to business partnering, employee relations, resourcing, medical staffing, workforce information, learning and development, organisational development, health and wellbeing, equality diversity and inclusion, volunteering, and knowledge and library services ensuring alignment to Trust strategy and organisational needs. Ensure appropriate governance, policies and procedures are in place, fully accessible, adopted and updated, to enable compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements related to people management. Lead the development of an inclusive working environment for all staff from all backgrounds, heritage and protected characteristics, taking positive action to continually develop the culture of WSFT as an inclusive workplace. Provide comprehensive advice and support to the Board of Directors on all matters pertaining to employment, staff development, inclusivity, wellbeing and staff experience, as well as incident management for complex issues. Lead the growth of the MyWiSH charity to support the Trusts income generation ambitions, building strong partnerships through the work of the team. Direct the overall approach to communications, supporting the communications team to engage effectively across and beyond the organisation. As part of the Fit and Proper Person Framework, all Board appointees will undergo the FPP test, including a DBS check, as part of the recruitment process and annually thereafter.

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