Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Head of People
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Are you an experienced People leader with the vision and influence to shape workforce strategy in a complex and evolving healthcare environment?
Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board (CTMUHB) is seeking an exceptional Head of People to join our senior People Directorate team. This is a key strategic leadership role responsible for partnering with Care Groups and Corporate services to develop and deliver ambitious people plans that support service transformation, workforce sustainability, which translates to exceptional patient care.
As a trusted advisor to senior operational and clinical leaders, you will provide expert guidance across workforce planning, organisational development (OD), talent management, succession planning, recruitment, retention and organisational change. Working closely with colleagues across People Services, OD, Workforce Planning and other specialist teams, you will play a pivotal role in helping services navigate complex workforce challenges, drive cultural improvement and create a positive employee experience across our organisation of circa 13,000 staff.
As Head of People, working closely with a deputy, you will act as the Strategic People Partner for designated Care Groups and/or Corporate areas, providing visible leadership and expert advice on workforce and organisational development matters.
- Leading the development and delivery of workforce strategies and integrated people plans aligned to organisational priorities and transformation programmes.
- Driving workforce planning, talent management, succession planning, recruitment and retention initiatives.
- Supporting senior leaders through organisational change, service redesign and complex people challenges, providing expert advice grounded in employment legislation and best practice.
- Using workforce data, insight and analytics to influence decision-making and identify opportunities to improve workforce productivity, staff experience and service outcomes.
- Leading strategic workforce and OD projects that support innovation, improvement and cultural change.
- Building strong partnerships with clinical, operational and executive leaders, trade union colleagues and external partners to deliver shared workforce objectives.
- Championing the Health Board's values and behaviours and supporting the development of an inclusive, engaged and high performing workforce.
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This is an opportunity to influence strategic decision-making at the highest levels and make a lasting contribution to the delivery of healthcare services across CTMUHB.
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales’s largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
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CTM’s location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff’s vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy—Our Health, Our Future—focuses On Uniting Our Region Around Shared Health And Wellbeing Goals. Our Values Guide Us Daily
- We listen, learn, and improve
- We treat everyone with respect
- We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you’ll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Hannah Williams
Job title: Assistant Director for Leadership & Culture
Email address: Hannah.L.Williams@wales.nhs.uk
Hannah Williams - Assistant Director for Leadership & Culture / Cyfarwyddwr Cynorthwyol Arweinyddiaeth a Diwylliant
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