Head of learning and development

Head of Learning and Development

At Prospect Hospice, we believe that investing in our people is key to delivering exceptional care for patients and families. We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Head of Learning and Development to lead our learning, education and organisational development agenda and help create a culture where everyone can thrive.

As a member of our Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership for learning and development across the hospice, ensuring our staff and volunteers have the skills, knowledge and confidence to deliver outstanding palliative and end‑of‑life care.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week (some flexible working considered)

What is the role?

Reporting to the Director of People, you will lead the development and delivery of our Learning and Development strategy, ensuring it aligns with our organisational priorities and values.

• Lead learning, education and organisational development initiatives across the hospice.
• Develop leadership and management capability at all levels.
• Oversee mandatory training, compliance and workforce development programmes.
• Work closely with clinical leaders to support education, competency development and best practice.
• Drive a culture of continuous learning, engagement and improvement.
• Build strong partnerships with external organisations, including healthcare and education providers.
• Lead and develop a passionate and dedicated Learning and Development team.

About you

You will be a strategic and collaborative leader with significant experience of leading learning, development, education or organisational development functions.

Qualifications

• Experience of developing and implementing organisation‑wide learning strategies.
• A strong understanding of leadership development, organisational development and workforce capability.
• Experience of leading teams and managing budgets.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• A passion for developing people and creating inclusive, high‑performing cultures.
• Experience within healthcare, hospice, charity or public sector settings would be advantageous.

Benefits

• A meaningful role that truly makes a difference.
• 27 days' annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part‑time).
• Generous contributory pension scheme and life assurance.
• Employee Assistance Programme, wellbeing support and discounts, including Blue Light Card.
• Opportunities for learning and development.
• Supportive, values‑driven culture.
• Flexible working options (where possible).
• Free parking on‑site.

Equality & Diversity

Prospect Hospice is committed to encouraging a diverse and inclusive working environment. We recognise that promoting diversity and eliminating discrimination in our workplace will bring benefits for our people, our business and the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, offending background, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we support. As part of our SAFER recruitment process, offers of employment will be subject to thorough checks, which may include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, satisfactory references, online and social media checks and verification of qualifications. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures at all times. You must tell us about any unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.