- Army Officer either DE or LE
- role, such as Unit or Sub-Unit Command or Unit Welfare Officer
- of welfare support requirements for veterans.
- and understanding of the needs of older people.
- of working within a multi-disciplinary environment including military and civilian workforce.
- and delivery of effective Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion management.
- for references from those you have listed on your application form.
- your right to live and work in the UK.
- any declarations you have made on your application form.
- you to complete a medical form.
- out an Enhanced DBS application.
Company Captain - London, United Kingdom - Royal Hospital Chelsea
Description
Job Description
The Royal Hospital Chelsea (RHC) is a historic institution providing supported accommodation (Long Wards) and residential and nursing care where necessary (within the Margaret Thatcher Infirmary) for some 300 retired soldiers, known as In-Pensioners (IPs). It ensures Army veterans are provided with the support and comradeship they need in recognition of their service to the Nation and safeguards their historic home for the veterans of tomorrow.
We are looking for a dedicated, experienced, energetic, and passionate individual to work at the Royal Hospital Chelsea as one of 4 Captains of Invalids. You are pivotal in the delivery of a comprehensive and responsive welfare service where the rights and needs of the IPs are met from the point of admission to end of life.
The Captain of Invalids plays a crucial role in preserving the military ethos, discipline, values and standards and culture at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Leadership of a company of 70 IPs is core to the role but it is more nuanced than command and control and is more achieved through influence, consensus, consent and good will.
Examples of some the knowledge, skills and experience, we seek include:
The role is challenging but very satisfying and you will not be alone in managing the its complexities as we have a very well developed multidisciplinary team with experts from a wide range of backgrounds who will be there to support you and help you develop into the role. Accommodation is subject to availability.
About the Royal Hospital Chelsea
The ethos of the Royal Hospital is one that puts a premium on selflessness and companionship. Our values of nurturing belonging, respect individuals, encourage pride and enjoy life underpin that ethos. We are united in a shared purpose, living and working together and ensuring everyone has a place in our diverse social and military community.
The Royal Hospital Chelsea is dedicated to equality, diversity, and inclusion, where all backgrounds and abilities can reach their full potential. We pride ourselves on attracting a wide range of talent, removing potential barriers, and promoting equal opportunities. We know, the more varied and inclusive our teams are, the better our organisation will be for our community. We are a Disability Confident employer dedicated to hiring diverse talent and ensuring you are treated with respect throughout the recruitment process and upon joining our community.
Our selection process.
Should your application be successful you will be invited to a formal interview, where you will be asked questions relating to your experiences and key requirements of the role. If you are successful after the interviews, we will: