The Kind Brave Leader
NHS Training & Development Framework Supplier
The Kind Brave Leader is an approved supplier on the NHS East of England Collaborative Procurement Hub Training & Development Services Framework (Ref: C363130) for:
Lot 1 – Coaching & Mentoring
Lot 2 – Training Programmes
This framework provides a compliant, pre-approved route to market. NHS and other eligible public sector organisations may commission services via direct award or further competition, in line with the framework rules.
Framework term:
12 January 2026 – 11 January 2028, with a possible 12-month extension
Being appointed to this framework does not imply endorsement, preference or exclusivity by the NHS or the NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub.
Who can use this framework?
This framework is available to:
NHS Trusts & Foundation Trusts
Integrated Care Systems (ICSs)
GP Federations
Arm’s length bodies
Social enterprises delivering NHS services
Public bodies across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland
It is designed specifically for health, care and public sector environments.
What you can commission
Lot 1 — Coaching & Mentoring
You can commission:
Executive coaching
Manager and leadership coaching
Frontline staff coaching
Programme & project manager coaching
Change & transition coaching
Burnout and wellbeing coaching
Neurodiversity-affirming coaching
Group coaching for shared challenges
Maternity, parental leave and return-to-work coaching
All coaching is delivered by ICF-accredited, trauma-aware, NHS-experienced coaches under professional supervision
Lot 2 — Training Programmes
You can commission:
Leadership and management development
Kind, compassionate and inclusive leadership
Burnout prevention and recovery
Psychological safety and team culture
Neuroinclusive leadership
Coaching skills for managers
Change, resilience and wellbeing
Bespoke away days and team programmes
Training is co-designed with commissioners, grounded in adult learning, behaviour change and health-sector experience, and delivered in psychologically safe, inclusive ways
MEET THE FOUNDER & CEO
Our people
All NHS delivery is led by Helen Rimmer and a network of approved Associates.
Helen Rimmer is:
ICF Associate Certified Coach (ACC)
Qualified Systemic Team Coach
Licensed Strengthscope® Master Practitioner
Certified Burnout Coach (trauma-aware)
PGCert Psychology of Kindness & Wellbeing at Work
PGCert Academic Practice (Technology-Enhanced Learning)
Former senior leader in public and academic services with 20+ years’ experience
Our Associates include NHS clinicians, educators, wellbeing leads, OD specialists and accredited coaches, ensuring every contract is delivered by people who understand health and care systems .
How we work with NHS commissioners
Every contract is:
Co-designed with the commissioning team
Adapted to service pressures, workforce mix and context
Delivered using adult learning and behavioural science
Accessible to neurodivergent and diverse learners
Focused on real-world application and impact
We regularly adjust delivery during programmes using live feedback, confidence checks and learning reviews, ensuring high engagement and strong outcomes
Social value and workforce progression
Under the NHS Social Value Model (Fair Work – In-Work Progression), we deliver:
Person-hours of leadership and skills upskilling
Coaching, mentoring and career development support
Bespoke leadership and wellbeing workshops
Support for progression into senior and specialist roles
We track and report this transparently as part of framework reporting
Governance, quality and assurance
We operate under:
ICF Code of Ethics
Professional coaching supervision
Trauma-aware and safeguarding-led practice
GDPR and NHS information governance
NHS values alignment
Formal Business Continuity Plan
Insurance and compliance
We meet all NHS framework insurance requirements:
Public Liability: £2 million
Professional Indemnity: £2 million
Confirmed as a framework condition prior to call-off
How to commission us
You can commission The Kind Brave Leader by:
Issuing a direct award under Lot 1 or Lot 2
Running a mini-competition if required
Requesting a call-off proposal from us
We will provide:
A tailored proposal
Pricing within framework rates
Delivery plan
Social value commitments
Outcome and reporting measures
Framework reference
NHS East of England Collaborative Procurement Hub
Training & Development Services Framework
Reference: C363130
Supplier: The Kind Brave Leader
Lots: 1 (Coaching & Mentoring), 2 (Training Programmes)
Live from 12 January 2026
About the Hub
The NHS Collaborative Procurement Hub is a procurement and advisory partner supporting
NHS and wider public sector organisations to achieve value, efficiency and specialist expertise
where it’s needed most. By bringing together people, insight and innovation, we strengthen the
organisations and communities we serve. From trusts and ICSs to local authorities and
emergency services, we work collaboratively to turn complex challenges into shared
achievements. Our frameworks provide compliant, pre-approved routes to market designed to
improve outcomes and maximise value.
Route to market
Organisations can access services via direct award or further competition in accordance with the Training & Development Services Framework rules. We are happy to support commissioning teams with scoping and call-off documentation.
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