Regional Workforce Lead 

We are recruiting for two roles nationally for coverage across the NHS regions (North & Midlands).  

Position: Regional Workforce Lead (x2 vacancies) 

Location: North or Midlands / Hybrid  

Hours: Full-time  

Salary: £36,000 per annum 

Contract: Permanent 

Closing Date: Tuesday 18 February  

First Round Zoom Interview: Tuesday 4 March  

Second Round (likely virtual as well): Monday 17 March  

The Team 

IPS Grow is a national programme designed to support the expansion of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) services in mental health, primary care, and drug and alcohol teams across England. The programme is led by the organisation in partnership with the Centre for Mental Health. It is funded by NHS England and Improvement (NHSE/I), the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), and the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID).  

About the Role 

We are looking for two Workforce Leads to support hands-on recruitment, attraction and the onboarding and training of IPS Employment Specialists and Team Leaders across the country. These will be dedicated, regional roles where you will support the scale up of the IPS workforce in your designated region. The Workforce Lead will provide specialist support to services embarking on recruitment campaigns, monitor their effectiveness and share learning. They will also provide hands-on support for recruitment efforts and training. This will vary according to the service need, but could include headhunting, sifting CVs, preparing for interviews, shortlisting and training. 

About You  

You will have:  

• Experience of recruitment within the healthcare system or substantial involvement in healthcare-related recruitment is essential. This includes interviewing, evaluating candidates and making hiring recommendations.  

• Experience in delivering training programs and workshops, with a focus on adult learning principles and effective onboarding practices. 

• Strong interpersonal, communication and influencing skills are essential. You will need the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. 

About the Organisation 

Since 2007, the organisation has helped to pioneer a series of programmes to improve outcomes for individuals with complex needs. These innovations, including the social impact bond model, have mobilised more than £500 million globally. With sister organisations in the US, Israel, the Netherlands and India the organisation has network of partners across the world. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion  

We actively encourage applications from under-represented and minoritised groups, including those with lived experience of the social issues we are working to address. The organisation is an equal opportunities employer and support a range of flexible working options. 

The application process uses Applied, a platform developed by the Behavioural Insights Team, to record your application. Applied is focused on using behavioural and data science to improve hiring decisions and minimise unconscious bias in the recruitment process. You will be asked to respond to four situational based questions, which will allow you to express your ability. 

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PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation