Deputy Head of Operations - South-West

Hours

37.5 hours per week

Contract

Full-time Permanent Salary

£49,382 - £56,515 per annum (pro rata), plus a full range of Marie Curie benefits.

Location

Home-based, with regular travel to Tiverton and services across the South-West.

You'll be someone who

Takes ownership and follows through on commitments. Enjoys solving problems and removing barriers to progress. Can balance multiple priorities and remain focused on delivery. Uses data and insight to drive decision-making. Builds strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders. Thrives in environments where priorities evolve and change.

What success looks like

In this role, success will mean that work moves more clearly and more quickly. New services are mobilised with better grip. Existing services have stronger follow-through on performance and improvement. Operational problems are identified earlier and resolved more practically. Senior leaders have better visibility without needing to chase every detail. Teams experience the role as helpful because barriers are removed, decisions are followed through, and work does not keep returning to the same conversations.

Key responsibilities include

Supporting the mobilisation and implementation of new services and service developments. Driving operational improvement and service redesign initiatives. Monitoring performance data and identifying opportunities for improvement. Working with operational and clinical colleagues to resolve complex challenges. Developing effective processes, systems and ways of working that support sustainable service delivery. Supporting services to achieve quality, operational and performance objectives. Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of operational priorities. Using insight and data to support decision-making and service planning.

What were looking for

We're particularly interested in people who can bring structure without creating bureaucracy, are comfortable working in complex environments where priorities shift, and have the judgement to unblock problems while staying close to the detail. You'll be someone who notices when work is drifting, clarifies ownership and follows things through to completion.

What's in it for you

Annual leave allowance 27 days plus 8 public holidays (pro rata) Hybrid working Competitive Policy for parental/sick Leave Continuous Professional development Industry leading training programmes Season ticket loan for travelling to and from work Defined contribution schemes for Pension Marie Curie Group Personal Pension Scheme Loan schemes for bikes; computers and satellite navigation systems Introduce a friend scheme Help with eye care costs Entitled to Marie Curie Blue Light Card Entitled to Benefit-Hub Discount Scheme Life assurance for all employees To apply, please send us your most recent CV and a cover letter detailing your experience, how you meet the person specification and why you would like to work for Marie Curie.

Advert closes

7th August 2026 For more information or an informal chat please contact Ben Gadd on Ben.Gadd1@mariecurie.org.uk Marie Curie is committed to its values, which underpin our work. We take stringent steps to ensure that the people who join our organisation through employment or volunteering, are suitable for their roles and are committed to safeguarding all our people from harm. This includes our staff, volunteers and all those who use or come into contact with our services. We are dedicated to creating not just a safe place to work but also a supportive and rewarding one. We believe that diversity makes us stronger. Join Marie Curie and be part of an inclusive and equitable workplace where everyones unique perspectives and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and walks of life. Apply today to bring your talents to our diverse and inclusive charity. Were committed to making reasonable adjustments to support you throughout the application and selection process. You can request support viarecruitment@mariecurie.org.uk This role will be subject to receiving an enhanced DBS criminal record check. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Agencies need not apply.