Job Title: Director of Health & Wellbeing
Salary: c£80,000
Contract: Permanent, full-time
Location: St Neots, Cambridgeshire (hybrid working: 2–3 days/week in the office)
Become Our Next Director of Health & Wellbeing
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for making a real difference? The Thalidomide Trust is looking for an inspiring, collaborative, and empathetic individual to step into the pivotal role of Director of Health & Wellbeing. This is more than a leadership position, it’s a rare opportunity to shape the future of support for a remarkable group of people.
Why This Role Is Unique
For over 50 years, the Thalidomide Trust has stood beside over 400 extraordinary individuals living with thalidomide damage - many of whom we’ve supported since their teens. As they now navigate the challenges of ageing, we are entering a transformative chapter. This role is your chance to lead that evolution.
You’ll head up a dedicated, multidisciplinary team of 12 health and wellbeing professionals, guiding them through a period of strategic growth and innovation. You’ll play a central role in shaping our next Five-Year Strategic Plan, ensuring our services remain not only relevant but life-enhancing as our beneficiaries’ needs become more complex and varied.
About the Trust
Founded in 1973, the Thalidomide Trust is a registered charity with secure funding and a clear mission: to improve the quality of life for those affected by thalidomide. We provide:
* Financial support and expert guidance
* Holistic health and wellbeing services, including emotional support
* Groundbreaking research
* Tailored resources for professionals
We are often the first call our beneficiaries make when facing life’s challenges — and we’re proud to be that trusted partner.
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for a leader who is:
* Strategic and forward-thinking, with a deep understanding of health and wellbeing services and a track record of effective operational management
* Experienced in leading and developing multi-disciplinary teams
* Empathetic and people-focused, able to inspire and support both staff and beneficiaries
* Collaborative and confident, ready to work closely with our Joint Chief Executives and wider leadership team
Timetable
* Closing date: 11th August
* Preliminary Interviews with GatenbySanderson (Virtual) -Week commencing 18th August
* 1st Final Panel interview (Virtual) – 3rd September
* 2nd Final panel interview (in person in St Neots) - 10th September
Please contact our recruitment advisers at GatenbySanderson:
* Emily.perry@gatenbysanderson.com
* Eleanor.lawrence@gatenbysanderson.com
* Liz.Dean@gatenbysanderson.com
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