Head of Training and Education

Sands exists to save babies’ lives and ensure that anyone affected by pregnancy loss or baby loss receives the support and care they need.

Our Training and Education team ensure that healthcare professionals and volunteers have the knowledge and skills to offer safe care to families during pregnancy, and the highest quality care and support following the death of a baby. Our vision is for Sands to be the sector leader with a range of flexible, high-quality learning. 

We are looking for an outstanding and people-focused candidate to lead and develop the team, including the promotion and delivery of programmes that positively impact on improving bereavement care and saving babies lives. 

The Head of Training and Education will work with the Director of Research, Education and Policy to develop and deliver an effective strategy. Additionally, the post-holder will develop opportunities to expand our paid-for training provision, improve the accessibility for those who need/want our training and develop our training provision for volunteers and staff. 

With significant experience of leading and motivating a large team, you will be able to plan, create and deliver national training programmes and educational resources. An excellent understanding of different training and education methods, including digital tools and resources is therefore essential. 

An experienced senior manager, you will be able to contribute to the organisations’ strategic direction and have experience of setting individual and team objectives. 

With a track record of providing thought leadership and innovation to develop creative solutions, you will be diplomatic and be able to establish productive working relationships with colleagues, volunteers and external stakeholders. 

An understanding of the issues surrounding the death of a baby for healthcare professionals, parents and families is essential. You will also need to have an excellent understanding of the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion.