Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Head of Human Resources

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Job summary

We are looking for a Head of Human Resources to lead our employee relations, recruitment and workforce wellbeing teams across the Trust. The role will report to the Deputy Director of Human Resources and Organisational Development.

You will demonstrate confident, values-led operational HR knowledge to coach and support a team of people professionals in all aspects of the Head of HR portfolio.

The successful candidate will be welcomed into a team with strong values at its heart. Our values at Chesterfield Royal are articulated by 'Proud to CARE' and evidenced in action through our most recent staff survey results where we were rated among the top acute Trusts in the country with 72% of colleagues recommending #TeamCRH as a place to work and 73% telling us they would be happy with the standard of care should a friend or relative need it.

You will be an inclusive, experienced and values-led senior leader who can demonstrate effective working across all areas and levels of the organisation, system and region using excellent communication and engagement skills to build relationships and influence culture.

We expect you to bring a sound understanding of employment law, experience of handling a range of complex employee relations issues and experience of leading a team. There will be many opportunities to get involved in various projects and workstreams too.

Our friendly and caring colleagues are ready to welcome you to #TeamCRH, helping you to flourish from day one.

Main duties of the job

As an experienced HR professional, you will offer the following:

Recent experience of delivering a customer and values-focused HR service at a senior level, providing advice on a range of complex employee relations issues including informal resolution and Just Culture, disciplinary, grievance, attendance support, organisational change and TUPE
Experience of leading a team with the ability to coach, motivate and build sound working relationships
Experience of working effectively with trade union colleagues
Ability to develop personal credibility with leaders and stakeholders at all levels and influence outcomes
Ability to think conceptually and pragmatically in problem solving
Strong project management and work planning skills and ability to deliver objectives to deadlines
Ability to effectively handle conflict and work collaboratively with others to seek a joint resolution
Strong interpersonal skills with effective influencing style and proven ability to handle complex and difficult issues.

About us

We have a long-standing history of supporting our community and making a difference in people's lives daily. We employ more than 5,000 colleagues in a group structure model which also includes several primary care practices.

We value the strength of a diverse workforce. We are committed to a fair and inclusive culture, where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We particularly welcome applications from people who are currently underrepresented in our senior leadership team. This year we launched our anti-racism strategy, the success of which is judged by demonstrable actions.

We prioritise health and wellbeing and have a free purpose-built fully-accessible hub on-site, supporting colleagues with 24/7 gym, classes, and access to psychological support. Your work/life balance is also important to us and we are open to discussing options for flexible working.

Please note the selection process will take place on Tuesday 10 December.

Date posted

15 November 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8b

Salary

£62,215 to £72,293 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

166-W&OD-6772373

Job locations

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of this post.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for full details of this post.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Masters level, or equivalent experience, in HR or related topic
Post-graduate diploma in HRM

Experience

Essential

Significant senior experience working in complex and unionised organisation.
Recent experience of delivering a values-led and customer focused HR service at a senior level, providing advice on a range of complex employee relations issues including informal resolution, disciplinary, grievance, attendance management, organisational change and TUPE
Experience of working in partnership with trade unions
Line management experience
Well-developed knowledge and understanding of current employment law
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including making judgements surrounding complex, sensitive and contentious situations
Ability to think conceptually and pragmatically in problem solving
Ability to understand, interpret and articulate complex issues verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively handle conflict and work collaboratively with others to seek a joint resolution
Ability to work autonomously
Ability to use own initiative to drive a continuous improvement approach.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to deliver project/tasks to agreed deadlines
Proficient IT skills

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Masters level, or equivalent experience, in HR or related topic
Post-graduate diploma in HRM

Experience

Essential

Significant senior experience working in complex and unionised organisation.
Recent experience of delivering a values-led and customer focused HR service at a senior level, providing advice on a range of complex employee relations issues including informal resolution, disciplinary, grievance, attendance management, organisational change and TUPE
Experience of working in partnership with trade unions
Line management experience
Well-developed knowledge and understanding of current employment law
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including making judgements surrounding complex, sensitive and contentious situations
Ability to think conceptually and pragmatically in problem solving
Ability to understand, interpret and articulate complex issues verbally and in writing
Ability to effectively handle conflict and work collaboratively with others to seek a joint resolution
Ability to work autonomously
Ability to use own initiative to drive a continuous improvement approach.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to deliver project/tasks to agreed deadlines
Proficient IT skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

Certificate of Sponsorship

Employer details

Employer name

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

Employer's website

https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Chesterfield

S44 5BL

Employer's website

https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)