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RBL’s Recovery Services support members of the Armed Forces community as they recover from physical and psychological injury. Through sport, art, wellbeing activities and tailored recovery pathways, we help people build confidence, develop skills and move forward.
We are looking for a National Recovery Frameworks and Quality Manager to bring consistency, clarity and evidence-led thinking to our Recovery Services programmes.
Working closely with the Recovery Services Senior Leadership Team, you will ensure our programmes are well designed, delivered consistently and able to demonstrate the difference they make. You will develop practical frameworks, quality approaches and evaluation methods that teams can apply in their day-to-day work.This includes creating a recovery framework, quality assurance model, competency framework, evaluation approach and clear governance processes that support effective delivery across Recovery Services.
Drawing on evidence, insight and best practice, you will create practical tools that enable colleagues to deliver high-quality, consistent services. You will use data and feedback to identify what is working well, where improvements can be made and how our support continues to meet the evolving needs of the Armed Forces community.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence Recovery Services nationally and embed lasting approaches that strengthen the quality, consistency and impact of our work. Previous experience of designing and leading on structured programmes within health and social care, military/veteran or similar services is essential for this role.
The role is 12 month fixed term contract based at Lilleshall, Shropshire, with flexible working options available where suitable.
Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life.
Employee benefits include -
- 28 day’s paid holiday (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with optional annual leave purchase scheme of up to 5 working days
- Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Generous pension scheme with employer contributions ranging from 6% to 14%, depending on length of service
- Range of flexible working options may be available, depending on your role
- Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
- Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives
- Opportunities to volunteer
- Travel loans, Cycle to Work, and more!
For more detailed information about the role, please see the Job Description attached to our direct advert. Our teams take a personalised approach to shortlisting, which is carried out without the use of AI and is based on the evidence provided in your application against the essential and desirable criteria in the Person Specification.
RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics.
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer interview schemes for candidates who declare an Armed Forces connection and/or a disability. However, candidates are only eligible for this scheme if their application clearly demonstrates that they meet all of the essential criteria listed in the Person Specification for the role.
Interview Dates: 7th - 9th September at the Battleback Centre in Lilleshall.
We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
About The Company
Since 1921, the Royal British Legion has been dedicated to supporting members of the Armed Forces community, and we will continue to be there for as long as we are needed, ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten.
As the UK's largest Armed Forces charity, we are proud to have over 180,000 members, 110,000 volunteers, 1,900 employees, and a wide network of partners and charities working together to provide lifelong support, whatever the need and whenever it is required.
We are committed to supporting our people through flexible and hybrid working where possible, a strong focus on wellbeing, and opportunities to develop skills and grow careers while making a meaningful impact.
Visit ourCareers Pageto discover more about the Royal British Legion, including our departments, employee benefits, values, candidate guidance, and the strategy that underpins our work and impact.
Operational Standards and Performance Manager
Location: Great Horwood, Buckinghamshire / Hybrid working as agreed
Salary: £37,000 - £45,000 DOE
Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time
Medical Detection Dogs trains dogs to save lives.
We train specialist dogs to detect the odour of human disease, providing life-saving Medical Alert Assistance Dogs to people with complex health problems across the UK and collaborating with NHS Trusts and other researchers and Universities both in the UK and internationally to advance the early diagnosis of disease. We have an exciting new opportunity to join this small, but ambitious charity that is a world leader in its specialist, innovative field.
MAIN PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE ROLE:
The Operational Standards and Performance Manager will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of operational standards, quality assurance processes and performance reporting across Medical Detection Dogs. The postholder will help ensure that services, systems and ways of working are consistent, evidence-based, efficient and aligned with the charity’s mission to train dogs to save lives. Working across canine training and client services, the role will oversee the training and development of all operational staff in Training and Partnership Services.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
You will act as the central point for operational standards and performance across Training and Partnership Services, ensuring consistency in how services are delivered, measured and improved.
Working across training and client delivery functions, you will provide oversight of processes, support staff development and ensure that quality and compliance requirements are met.
You will design and embed performance frameworks, using data and insight to inform decision-making and support service improvement.
This role requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail and the ability to influence and support colleagues across a specialist, multi-disciplinary environment.
Responsibilities of the Role:
Operational Standards & Staff Development
- Develop, review and embed operational standards, procedures and service frameworks
- Ensure ways of working and competencies are clearly defined, documented and consistently applied
- Responsible for staff induction, training and ongoing development of operational staff
- Provide coaching and guidance to promote best practice across teams
- Maintain training materials and manuals, ensuring alignment with ADUK / ADI standards
- Promote a culture of learning, accountability and continuous improvement
Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Support ADI accreditation requirements and inspection readiness
- Monitor adherence to operational standards and identify areas for improvement
- Ensure appropriate documentation, record-keeping and process consistency
Performance, Data & Reporting
- Design and implement performance frameworks, KPIs and reporting tools
- Analyse operational data to identify trends, risks and opportunities
- Produce clear, concise reports and performance summaries for the Head of Training and Partnership services
- Provide actionable insights to support service improvement and decision-making
Operational Development & Projects
- Contribute to process redesign and efficiency improvements
- Identify gaps or inefficiencies and recommend practical solutions
- Support wider organisational projects where operational input is required
Essential
- Project management and process improvement experience.
- Experience with KPIs, reporting, and operational processes.
- Strong analytical, organisational, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and reporting systems.
- Commitment to the values and mission of Medical Detection Dogs.
Desirable
- Knowledge of puppy training and development.
- Understanding of assistance dog users and their needs.
- Coaching and people development skills.
- Resilient, adaptable, and comfortable in a growing charity environment.
Comfortable working in a growing charity environment
To Apply
If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Medical Detection Dogs, please do not hesitate to apply.