Strategy and Service Development Lead in Cambridge

As we approach our 30th anniversary, we are thrilled to announce a brand-new role that will help shape the future of our organisation. This is an exciting chance for a Brazelton-trained visionary with clinical experience in the infant and perinatal field to make a real impact.

You will bring your expertise in the Brazelton approach, the NBAS and/or NBO, to the forefront of our work, ensuring it continues to guide everything we do. Collaborating with our team and partners in the field, you will help implement a bold strategic plan and play a central role in developing innovative services for the future.

If you are passionate about the Brazelton approach, embedding relationship‑centred care into services and want to be part of an organisation that values compassion, knowledge, and collaboration, this role is for you.

Base: Hybrid with some in person meetings at 66 Devonshire Rd, Cambridge CB1 2BL

Salary: £49,000 to £57,000 pro rata depending on experience (Band 7 AfC)

Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week (equivalent to 3 days per week)

The Brazelton Centre UK aims to support the transition and adjustment to parenthood, focusing on the development and mental health needs of both babies and parents. Holding the baby in mind, the Centre, which is research and practice based, enables health professionals to facilitate relationship building between parents and their newborn at a time that is experienced as a major life event.

The philosophy of the organisation is one of enabling effective service development, appropriate clinical intervention and sharing of expertise. The Centre, established in Cambridge in 1997, is a training organisation for health professionals and researchers who work with babies and parents. We offer training courses in the Newborn Behavioural Observations System (NBO) and Neonatal Behavioural Assessment Scale (NBAS).

The Strategy and Service Development Lead will report directly to the Director and be ultimately accountable to the Board of Trustees. This new post has been created to support the Director and Trustees in delivering this strategy and to lead the development of new programmes, partnerships and services that support the Centre’s mission.

This is a part‑time post in the first instance and may entail some travelling in the UK and abroad for meetings.

Key Responsibilities and accountabilities:

• Support the Director and Board of Trustees in the implementation of the Brazelton Centre UK’s strategic plan.
• Lead the coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives designed to increase the reach, impact and sustainability of the Centre’s work.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and development of services that support professionals working with babies and their families.
• Work collaboratively with the Director and staff team to translate strategic priorities into practical implementation plans and measurable outcomes.
• Monitor progress against strategic objectives and provide regular updates to the Director and Trustees.
• Lead the development of new programmes, services and initiatives in line with the BCUK’s strategic goals.
• Support the development of new training programmes and educational resources for health professionals and practitioners working with parents and babies.
• Work with colleagues, trainers and partners to design, pilot and evaluate new initiatives including antenatal and postnatal programmes.
• Ensure that all programme development reflects current evidence and best practice in infant mental health, early development and parent–infant relationships.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with external organisations including universities, NHS services, local authorities and voluntary sector organisations.
• Support the Director in identifying opportunities for collaborative projects, research partnerships and service innovation.
• Represent the Brazelton Centre UK in meetings, networks and events as appropriate.
• Support the Director and R&D Manager with the development of research collaborations and evaluation projects which strengthen the evidence base for the Brazelton approach.
• Support the Director and Board of Trustees in the development and review of organisational policies, strategies and governance processes.

This job description describes the major responsibilities and accountabilities associated with the post of Strategy and Service Development Lead. It is not intended to be exhaustive and it should not be assumed that other duties of a similar level/nature appropriate to the role of Strategy and Service Development Lead are excluded simply because they are not itemised.

For more information about the post and informal discussions, please contact Inge Nickell, Director of the Brazelton Centre UK.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a CV detailing your relevant experience and qualifications and a cover letter explaining your interest in the role and how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the person specification.

Deadline: Applications must be received by the end of the day 7th May 2026. Late applications may not be considered.

Eligibility: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility to work in the UK will be required from candidates who are shortlisted for interview.

Interviews will be held in person only at the Brazelton Centre UK office (66 Devonshire Road, Cambridge, CB1 2BL) on 30th June 2026.