Regional Development Lead (RDL) - East Midlands & Anglia

We’re looking for a compassionate and strategic individual to join our Rail Team as the Regional Development Lead (RDL) for the East Midlands & Anglia routes. This is a pivotal role, responsible for building strong, collaborative relationships across the rail industry and leading on local delivery of Samaritans’ suicide prevention activities within the region. As RDL, you will work closely with industry partners such as Network Rail, train operating companies (TOCs), and the British Transport Police, to drive forward meaningful change and support those impacted by suicide. From developing Joint Suicide Prevention Plans (JSPPs) to representing Samaritans at regional meetings and organising post-incident support, your work will help save lives and support communities. You’ll represent Samaritans Rail Programme at a regional and local level, attending regular suicide prevention meetings and providing guidance and support both within and external to the rail industry, focusing on industry specific priorities. Act as a central point of contact for rail contacts, sharing information on national campaigns, internal communications, crisis signage, policy, and research. Manage regional suicide prevention activities, collaborating with various stakeholders to deliver impactful results. Lead community activities and post-incident support, ensuring local applicability of national guidelines and strategies. Promote responsible and ethical language around suicide and foster a culture change within the rail industry.