Gill Rooke has stepped into the role of Deputy Director at the NHS Management and Leadership Centre of Excellence, situated within NHS England. With an extensive background spanning over two decades in healthcare, Gill brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new position.
Gill's journey within the health sector commenced with various pivotal policy roles at the Department of Health and Social Care. Her dedication and acumen led her to embrace business management at the national Communicable Disease Surveillance Centre, where she efficiently oversaw ten regional units across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland.
Despite taking a break to raise her three children, Gill's passion for healthcare persisted. Armed with a Master's in healthcare leadership, she transitioned into programme management at the Health Protection Agency, spearheading its national workforce development programme.
Her tenure at NHS Digital showcased her collaborative prowess, working hand in hand with digital teams across England to enhance their organisational development and workforce capabilities. Subsequently, Gill's journey led her to the NHS Commissioning Board, where she played a pivotal role in the leadership development requirements of the newly established Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs). Collaborating closely with the NHS Leadership Academy, she crafted and implemented tailored development programmes for CCG staff, ensuring their readiness for the evolving healthcare landscape.
For over five years, Gill has been an instrumental figure at the NHS Leadership Academy, where she has led the delivery of flagship leadership development programmes, coaching and mentoring initiatives, system leadership development, bitesize curated learning, and apprenticeships. Her relentless pursuit of excellence has been evident in her efforts to continuously review and enhance the design, delivery, and accessibility of these development programmes, ensuring they remain tailored to nurture NHS leaders across all levels, both now and in the future.
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