Head of Learning & Development

Helpshape the future of learning at Prospect Hospice

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence workforce capability, leadership development and organisational culture at a time when the hospice sector continues to evolve and innovate.

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

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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.

You will:

• 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.

Prospect Hospice is an independent hospice supporting a community of 300,000 people in Swindon, Marlborough and North Wiltshire, and the villages of Lechlade and Fairford in Gloucestershire.

It is the only dedicated provider of specialist end of life care services within its locality. The hospice multi‑professions teams support people in the community, in care homes, at the Great Western Hospital and at the hospice in Wroughton. Care is also extended to the families and friends of patients.

The Head of Learning and Development will lead the strategic planning, delivery, and evaluation of all learning, education, and organisational development activities across the hospice. The role ensures that staff and volunteers are equipped with the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to deliver outstanding, compassionate, safe end‑of‑life care. This includes clinical education, mandatory training compliance, leadership development, apprenticeship pathways, and culture/OD initiatives that support the hospice’s values and long‑term strategy.

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

You will bring:

• 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 with in healthcare, hospice, charity or public sector settings would be advantageous.

At Prospect Hospice, you will be part of a compassionate organisation that makes a real difference every day. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace where colleagues are empowered to grow, innovate and deliver exceptional care.

• A meaningful role where you truly make 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, discounts including Blue Light Card.
• Opportunities for learning and development.
• Flexible working options (where possible).
• Free parking on‑site.

Join us and help shape the future of learning and development for our people, our volunteers and…