At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage trauma education programmes, ensuring quality and impact.
- Company: WAVE, a leading organisation in Trauma Education.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, healthcare cash back plan, and pension contribution.
- Other info: Flexible working options and opportunities for professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in trauma education with a passionate team.
- Qualifications: Experience in education management and a passion for trauma-informed practices.
The predicted salary is between 59624 - 59624 £ per year.
We are recruiting for a Director of Trauma Education. The Director of Trauma Education will provide strategic leadership and operational management of WAVE's Trauma Education department. The postholder will oversee the design, delivery and quality assurance of trauma-informed education and training programmes. The postholder will also represent WAVE as a leading organisation in Trauma Education, regionally, nationally and internationally.
Salary: £59,624 per annum (under review)
Location: There is a requirement to work from our Belfast centre a minimum of 3 days per week with flexibility to work 1 day per week from home and the other day from one of the other regional WAVE centres.
If you are passionate about Trauma Education and excited to work with an amazing team, who are leading specialists in driving a trauma informed movement, across Northern Ireland and further afield a new challenge awaits. This is an interesting and rewarding opportunity where you will receive specialist training and access to a comprehensive employee wellbeing package to include:
- 25 days annual leave, increasing with service
- 11 statutory days
- healthcare cash back plan
- 8% employer pension contribution
To apply please download the attached Applicant Information Pack, Employment Application Form, Guidance Notes and Monitoring Form. Closing date for receipt of applications is 4.30 pm on Friday 26th June 2026. Interviews will be held on 6th July 2026. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an unseen presentation as part of the recruitment and selection process. WAVE is committed to the equality of opportunity and selection will be based on merit.
Director of Trauma Education in Belfast employer: WAVE Trauma Centre
WAVE is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Belfast where you can make a meaningful impact in the field of Trauma Education. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, we provide generous annual leave, a comprehensive healthcare cash back plan, and a robust pension contribution, all while fostering a culture of professional growth and collaboration among leading specialists in trauma-informed practices. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to driving change both regionally and internationally.
