The Head of Emergency Preparedness, Resilience and Response (EPRR) leads the Trust’s planning and readiness for major incidents, emergencies, business disruption and resilience risks. The role requires strong knowledge of NHS EPRR standards, civil contingencies, business continuity, emergency planning, risk management and relevant legislation. The successful candidate will develop and test response plans, coordinate exercises, advise senior leaders, maintain partnerships with emergency services and regional organisations, and support compliance with national requirements. Applicants are expected to demonstrate substantial experience in emergency planning or resilience, excellent leadership and communication skills, sound judgement under pressure, and the ability to work collaboratively across clinical, operational and external teams.
North Cheshire and Mersey NHS Foundation Trust, commonly associated with Warrington and Halton Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, provides hospital and specialist healthcare services across the Cheshire and Mersey area. Its services include emergency care, medical and surgical treatment, maternity, diagnostics, outpatient care and specialist clinical services. The Trust operates in a complex healthcare environment involving hospitals, community partners, local authorities and emergency-response organisations. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it is responsible for delivering safe, effective and accessible care while meeting national standards for quality, governance, resilience and financial management. Staff generally benefit from NHS terms and conditions, professional development opportunities, pension arrangements and a strong focus on patient safety, service improvement and partnership working.
The United Kingdom offers opportunities across healthcare, technology, engineering, finance, education and public services, with particularly strong demand for qualified NHS professionals and emergency-planning specialists. British culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, fairness and clear communication. Lifestyle ranges from busy cities such as London, Manchester and Liverpool to quieter rural and coastal communities; public transport is widely available, although housing costs vary considerably. Overseas workers normally need the appropriate visa, commonly the Health and Care Worker visa where the role and employer qualify, or another Skilled Worker route. Applicants should confirm sponsorship eligibility, registration requirements and salary thresholds before accepting an offer. Relocation planning should include accommodation, tax, National Insurance, healthcare arrangements and right-to-work documentation. The UK’s four nations have distinct local cultures, services and some differing employment rules.
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