Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic senior leader to drive strategic planning and
System-wide long-term transformation on behalf of Gloucestershire GP
Collaborative. This role is ideal for someone operating at Director or
Assistant/Deputy Director level who excels in system leadership and complex
change.
About the Role:
- Lead development of a bold transformation strategy
- Deliver large-scale transformation programmes
- Work across NHS, local authority, PCN and VCSE partners
- Shape new models of care and drive innovation.
About You:
- Senior NHS leadership experience at Director/Deputy Director level
- Strong understanding of NHS strategy and transformation
- Excellent relationship-building and influencing skills.
Why
Join Us?
An exciting opportunity to shape the future of general practice and deliver
meaningful impact across the health system.
Practicalities
This
is a leadership role, entailing frequent in-person meetings, but some home-working
is possible.
The role will be based at our newly built, bespoke offices in central
Gloucester, with frequent travel to other sites in Gloucestershire, and
occasional travel elsewhere in the UK.
You must be able to travel independently.
We offer flexibility about hours, with a minimum of 28 per week over at least 4 days, up to
whole-time equivalent (37.5). Provided
that you make yourself available to attend meetings etc, working hours can be
flexed, to suit family or other commitments.
Eligible for the NHS pension scheme.
Interview date: 14 April 2026
Main duties of the job
Lead strategic development, planning, and delivery
of transformation programmes across Gloucestershire, working with system
partners including the ICB, NHS providers, local authorities, and
voluntary/community sectors.
Shape and implement strategic direction and drive
high-impact change programmes on behalf of Gloucestershire GP Collaborative.
Identify strategic
opportunities in Neighbourhood Health, ensuring the Collaborative is well
placed as an equal and trusted system partner
Reports to: Chief Executive, Gloucestershire
GP Collaborative
The Care Quality Commission requires us to have a complete employment history from the age of 16, including explanations for any gaps in employment
About us
G DOC LTD is a unique, GP-owned organisation all GP
surgeries in Gloucestershire are our shareholders. We operate with a
not-for-profit ethos, ensuring every decision and service is focused on
improving patient outcomes and reinvesting in local Primary Care across the
county.
We directly manage several GP surgeries in Gloucester
and the Forest of Dean, providing patient-centred care to more than 45,000
patients. We value continuity of care and practice teams are at the heart
of all we do. In addition to our surgeries, we deliver a range of countywide
commissioned services designed to improve access, increase capacity, or provide
specialist support. Our teams are committed to delivering sustainable,
high-quality primary care while fostering innovation and collaboration across
the local health system.
By joining us, youll be part of an organisation that
puts people first supporting staff wellbeing, professional development, and a
collaborative culture. Youll benefit from the stability, support, and career
opportunities of a larger organisation, while still working in close-knit,
community-focused teams.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead
development of GGPC strategy aligned with local System transformation goals.
Oversee major cross-sector transformation programmes as agreed with System
partners
With the
GGPC Summit and Boards direction, establish annual planning cycles, with
effective delivery structures in place for agreed goals.
Ensure
governance and monitoring systems are in place to support management of GGPCs
strategic development and plan, and to provide assurance to the GGPC Board.
In
collaboration with System partners, ensure governance and monitoring systems
are in place to support management of System transformation goals, and to provide
assurance to the GGPC Board and to System oversight mechanisms.
Build
strong relationships with NHS partners and wider sectors.
Lead business cases, governance, and programme delivery.
Manage and develop transformation and strategy teams.
Working conditions
Frequent, prolonged VDU use
Time-pressured environment
High levels of accuracy and attention to
detail essential at all times
Job Description for all G DOC workers
The job
description for all G DOC workers also forms part of your job description (attached)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Lead
development of GGPC strategy aligned with local System transformation goals.
Oversee major cross-sector transformation programmes as agreed with System
partners
With the
GGPC Summit and Boards direction, establish annual planning cycles, with
effective delivery structures in place for agreed goals.
Ensure
governance and monitoring systems are in place to support management of GGPCs
strategic development and plan, and to provide assurance to the GGPC Board.
In
collaboration with System partners, ensure governance and monitoring systems
are in place to support management of System transformation goals, and to provide
assurance to the GGPC Board and to System oversight mechanisms.
Build
strong relationships with NHS partners and wider sectors.
Lead business cases, governance, and programme delivery.
Manage and develop transformation and strategy teams.
Working conditions
Frequent, prolonged VDU use
Time-pressured environment
High levels of accuracy and attention to
detail essential at all times
Job Description for all G DOC workers
The job
description for all G DOC workers also forms part of your job description (attached)
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Strategic thinking and long-term planning
- Ability to lead through ambiguity
- Influencing and negotiation across organisations
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical skills for complex data interpretation
- Programme management expertise
- Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Financial analysis and budget oversight
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Alignment with NHS values and commitment to equity
- Compassionate, collaborative leadership style
- Flexible and cooperative
- Resilience, adaptability, and solution focus
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
- Ability to challenge constructively
- Flexible and responsive to system priorities
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Programme/project management qualification (MSP, PRINCE2, Agile)
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience operating at Director or Assistant/Deputy Director level or equivalent
- Leading large-scale transformation or service redesign programmes
- Experience working within, or in partnership with, primary care
- Cross-sector system leadership experience
- Leading and developing diverse teams
- Developing strategies, business cases, transformation plans
- Budget management and financial planning
- Programme governance and risk management
Desirable
- Use of improvement methodologies (QI, Lean)
Other
Essential
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Able to travel independently and in a timely manner between multiple sites within Gloucestershire on a frequent basis and at short notice.
- Able to travel independently and in a timely manner to sites outside Gloucestershire (though within the U.K.) on occasion.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS structures and primary care
- Knowledge of ICS prioritisation processes and system integration
- Knowledge of national NHS policy and contracts
- Awareness of digital transformation and data-driven improvement
- Knowledge of change management and OD
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Strategic thinking and long-term planning
- Ability to lead through ambiguity
- Influencing and negotiation across organisations
- Excellent communication skills
- Analytical skills for complex data interpretation
- Programme management expertise
- Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands
- Ability to work as a team member and autonomously
- Financial analysis and budget oversight
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Alignment with NHS values and commitment to equity
- Compassionate, collaborative leadership style
- Flexible and cooperative
- Resilience, adaptability, and solution focus
- High levels of integrity and loyalty
- Commitment to innovation and continuous improvement
- Ability to challenge constructively
- Flexible and responsive to system priorities
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
- Evidence of continuous professional development
Desirable
- Programme/project management qualification (MSP, PRINCE2, Agile)
- Postgraduate qualification in a relevant field
Experience
Essential
- Experience operating at Director or Assistant/Deputy Director level or equivalent
- Leading large-scale transformation or service redesign programmes
- Experience working within, or in partnership with, primary care
- Cross-sector system leadership experience
- Leading and developing diverse teams
- Developing strategies, business cases, transformation plans
- Budget management and financial planning
- Programme governance and risk management
Desirable
- Use of improvement methodologies (QI, Lean)
Other
Essential
- Disclosure Barring Service (DBS) check
- Able to travel independently and in a timely manner between multiple sites within Gloucestershire on a frequent basis and at short notice.
- Able to travel independently and in a timely manner to sites outside Gloucestershire (though within the U.K.) on occasion.
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of NHS structures and primary care
- Knowledge of ICS prioritisation processes and system integration
- Knowledge of national NHS policy and contracts
- Awareness of digital transformation and data-driven improvement
- Knowledge of change management and OD
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.