Chief Operating Officer

Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead (On-site)
£70,000 - £75,000 per year
Full-time
Temporary (12 month fixed term contract (initially))
Job description

The role

We are seeking an experienced and values-driven Chief Operating Officer to support our non-clinical operations.

Reporting to the Chief Executive, you will:

  • Lead governance, compliance and risk management
  • Ensure adherence to all regulatory and statutory requirements
  • Drive operational performance, efficiency and continuous improvement
  • Support delivery of strategic objectives and organisational growth
  • Lead business continuity and organisational resilience planning
  • Act as Data Protection Officer
  • Work closely with Trustees, NHS partners and external stakeholders

This is a key senior leadership role, critical to ensuring safe, effective and sustainable service delivery.

About you

You will bring:

  • Significant senior leadership experience in an operational role
  • Strong expertise in governance, compliance and risk management
  • Experience within a regulated environment (e.g. charity, healthcare, public sector)
  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to deliver operationally
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

 

Why join us?

  • A supportive, values-led organisation
  • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day
  • Generous annual leave (plus birthday off)
  • Pension, EAP and life assurance
  • Free on-site parking

 

Safeguarding & inclusion

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS where appropriate.

We welcome applications from underrepresented groups and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Organisation
Alexander Devine Children's Hospice View profile Organisation type Registered Charity Company size 21 - 50

We provide specialist care and support to children with life-limiting and life-threatening conditions, and their families, across Berkshire

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Posted on: 25 March 2026
Closing date: 20 April 2026 at 12:00
Tags: Policy, Operations, Facilities, Health and Safety, Governance / Management