Job summary
- Main area
- Human Resources
- Grade
- Band 8a
- Contract
- 11 months (Fixed Term/Secondment - Until 30 June 2027)
- Hours
- 37.5 hours per week (Full time - 37.5 hours per week)
- Job ref
- 040-AC356-0726
- Employer
- Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Llanfrechfa
- Town
- Cwmbran
- Salary
- £58,379 - £65,723 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 30/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Medical and Dental Workforce Manager
Band 8a
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Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join our Workforce and Organisational Development team as a Medical & Dental Senior Workforce Manager.
This fixed-term opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in shaping the future of the Medical and Dental workforce, leading on strategic workforce initiatives and ensuring the Health Board continues to meet national standards and contractual requirements.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
Working as part of the Workforce and OD senior leadership team, you will provide expert leadership and specialist advice across all aspects of the Medical and Dental workforce agenda.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the delivery of specialist Medical and Dental workforce services across the Health Board.
- Providing expert advice on Medical and Dental terms and conditions, job planning, workforce policy and complex pay matters.
- Ensuring compliance with national contractual obligations, such as the new Resident Doctor Contract Implementation
- Leading the implementation of changes arising from national agreements and workforce policy developments.
- Building strong partnerships with senior clinical leaders, operational managers, trade unions and colleagues across NHS Wales.
- Leading workforce improvement projects, using workforce intelligence to identify efficiencies and support service transformation.
- Managing and developing a high-performing team while promoting continuous improvement and innovation.
- Supporting the delivery of the Health Board's Workforce Strategy.
This post is available as a fixed-term contract or secondment until 30 June 2027 to cover the needs of the service. Applicants wishing to apply on a secondment basis should discuss the opportunity with their current line manager and obtain the necessary approval before submitting an application
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click "Apply now" to view in Trac.
We're looking for an experienced and credible HR professional with extensive knowledge of Medical and Dental workforce management.
You will have:
- Significant experience providing strategic HR advice to senior leaders.
- A thorough understanding of Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.
- Experience of leading complex workforce projects and organisational change.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills.
- The ability to interpret national policy and translate it into effective local practice.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the confidence to make sound decisions in complex situations.
- A relevant HR or Management qualification at Master's level, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
Membership of the CIPD and previous NHS or public sector experience would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity to work at the heart of a strategic workforce function, influencing organisational change and helping to shape the future Medical and Dental workforce.
You'll join a supportive and collaborative Workforce and OD team committed to continuous improvement, innovation and delivering high-quality services that support excellent patient care. You'll have the opportunity to work with senior leaders across the organisation and NHS Wales, contributing to projects that make a real difference.
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
If you're looking for a rewarding leadership opportunity where you can influence strategic workforce planning and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: This post is available as a fixed-term contract or secondment until 30 June 2027. Applicants wishing to apply on a secondment basis should discuss the opportunity with their current line manager and obtain the necessary approval before submitting an application
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Thorough working knowledge of Medical & Dental Terms & Conditions of service.
- Experience of working at a high level with local and regional unions on industrial relation matters
- Experience of providing advice and guidance on a range of workforce issues to senior managers
Desirable criteria
- Experience of NHS/Other Public Sector employer
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Professional HR or Management Qualification at Masters level or equivalent demonstrable knowledge and extensive professional experience in the field of senior HR Management, evidence by delivery and outcomes.
- Knowledge and understanding of a range of issues across the NHS and OD, Workforce and HR agenda
Desirable criteria
- Membership of the CIPD
To work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route. Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK. If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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Applicant requirements
Welsh language skills are desirable
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Joanne G
- Job title
- Assistant Director of Workforce and OD
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01633623639
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