Job summary
This is an exciting time to join the People and Organisational Development Directorate at ULHT on a fixed term contract (end March 2025). We are currently implementing the outcomes of an ambitious People and Organisational Development restructure to reshape our service and deliver an improved People and OD service to the Trust. These roles have become available due to the temporary internal progression of the current post holders as they continue their career progression supporting work on developing a new group model.
Varied and challenging but most of all a hugely rewarding role. Reporting to the Head of Divisional Heads of HR you will be an experienced strategic People Manager who can partner with the organisation to deliver high quality strategic and operational workforce support to ensure best practice people management within your areas of responsibility and across the wider People and OD function.
Divisional Heads of HR will also be the designated lead on various Trust-wide workforce initiatives, projects and programmes, with responsibility for development and implementation. You will be an inclusive and engaging leader with drive and vision to support us in our mission to ensure we are providing a service which is fit for purpose now and also fit for the future.
Main duties of the job
Resourcing, retention and improving employee experience are our top priorities and we are looking for a progressive and creative people expert who champions people above process, displays compassionate and inclusive leadership and is able to develop excellent relationships with key stakeholders.
You will ensure the effectiveness of portfolio facing transactional, operational and strategic business partnering, always ensuring a prioritised, fair, consistent and timely approach to all associated work and projects. Working closely with Leadership, Culture and Organisational Development colleagues to ensure the delivery of portfolio specific people plans and solutions to issues evolving and presenting you will be part of continued journey of embedding a 'just and learning culture' across the Trust. Providing senior level specialist and employment law advice to senior managers and clinicians in the organisation.
With experience of workforce planning, organisational change; use of data and evidence based practice, together with a strong commitment to listening and involving employees in decision making and shaping plans you will have experience of all aspects of the employee life cycle.
The People & OD Directorate are keen supporters in developing and growing their own staff, with plans in place that involves career progression and development opportunities.
About us
Our Trust is situated in the beautiful county of Lincolnshire and is one of the biggest acute hospital trusts in England, serving a population of more than 700,000 people. We provide acute and specialist services to people in Lincolnshire and neighbouring counties.
People and Organisational Development is a key part of ULHT as a Trust, particularly as it aspires to become a University Hospital Teaching Trust. Our People and Organisational Development team has a clear strategic direction, and is now looking for a Divisional Head of Human Resources to help us deliver that agenda.
This is a great time to join our team;
- Our latest CQC inspection and report recognised the widespread improvements we made in the quality and safety of our services since the last inspection in 2019.
- As a result of the improvements made, the Trust has also been taken out of special measures. We were was placed into special measures (now known as the national Recovery Support Programme) in 2017, following concerns around financial management and quality of care.
- We have welcomed our first cohort of 80 medical students from the new Lincoln Medical School.
- We have a top 50 CEO!
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
As Divisional Head of HR you will be accountable for the delivery of a first class HR & OD service to a dedicated business unit, leading a team and partnering with others to achieve this.
Please note this is a hybrid role with a flexible mix of home working and an on-site presence across our sites at Lincoln, Boston, Grantham, Louth and any other satellite sites as may be required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What should you do next?
Have a look at the job description and if you like what you see then apply today. Dont miss this fantastic opportunity to work with a great team in a supportive environment within a great institution. Your NHS needs you!
As Divisional Head of HR you will be accountable for the delivery of a first class HR & OD service to a dedicated business unit, leading a team and partnering with others to achieve this.
Please note this is a hybrid role with a flexible mix of home working and an on-site presence across our sites at Lincoln, Boston, Grantham, Louth and any other satellite sites as may be required.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 7 standard of education (e.g. masters) or equivalent experience
- CIPD Level 7 (Advanced Diploma) or equivalent qualification or experience
- Evidence of continuing academic and professional training and development (CPD)
Desirable
- Formal training in workshop/ meeting facilitation
- Accredited coach
- Trained mediator
- Trained mentor
- Level 2 Certified English and Maths (GCSE/Functional Skills) as this is a requirement for many learning programmes/professional development pathways
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of Business Partnering in a complex organisational environment
- Extensive current knowledge of Employment Law, TUPE and HR best practice. Sound and strategic knowledge of HR casework complexities and of employment law and regulation
- Substantial experience of delivering advice and guidance to senior managers, advising on complex employee relations issues which may have a significant level of ambiguity, exploring options and associated risks
- Significant experience of leading negotiation and consultations with Trade Unions and Staff Associations together with evidence of partnership working that has had positive outcomes
- Experience of leading on, or providing the HR support and expertise to, organisational change/ transformation projects. Sound knowledge and experience of workforce and service redesign and associated techniques
- In depth and highly specialised knowledge over a range functions acquired through both management training and learning to an appropriate level combined with broad experience gained over an extended period including an understanding and knowledge of HR and Workforce issues and theories
- Understanding the people and workforce agenda in the NHS
- Experience of strong leadership, inspiring others to deliver transformational projects and impactful results
- Experience of managing changing priorities and complex situations. Ability to take responsibility for and resolve complex issues, undertaking research to develop options and taking appropriate advice and guidance
- Experience of successful management at a senior level and developing and leading high performing teams
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- High level verbal and written communication skills, sufficient to write policy, plans, complex reports and engage with employees, managers and partners
- Capable of leading programmes, projects or initiatives, which have significant resources and strategic impact
- Can effectively balance own work, priorities and deadlines against conflicting priorities and strategic delivery
- The ability to influence, network and use professional judgement and diplomacy to make outcome focussed decisions
- High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and manage team(s) and articulate the vision for the directorate
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly - some evening work may be required
- Contribute to a positive working environment ensuring commitment to equality and diversity
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and ?Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Level 7 standard of education (e.g. masters) or equivalent experience
- CIPD Level 7 (Advanced Diploma) or equivalent qualification or experience
- Evidence of continuing academic and professional training and development (CPD)
Desirable
- Formal training in workshop/ meeting facilitation
- Accredited coach
- Trained mediator
- Trained mentor
- Level 2 Certified English and Maths (GCSE/Functional Skills) as this is a requirement for many learning programmes/professional development pathways
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Experience of Business Partnering in a complex organisational environment
- Extensive current knowledge of Employment Law, TUPE and HR best practice. Sound and strategic knowledge of HR casework complexities and of employment law and regulation
- Substantial experience of delivering advice and guidance to senior managers, advising on complex employee relations issues which may have a significant level of ambiguity, exploring options and associated risks
- Significant experience of leading negotiation and consultations with Trade Unions and Staff Associations together with evidence of partnership working that has had positive outcomes
- Experience of leading on, or providing the HR support and expertise to, organisational change/ transformation projects. Sound knowledge and experience of workforce and service redesign and associated techniques
- In depth and highly specialised knowledge over a range functions acquired through both management training and learning to an appropriate level combined with broad experience gained over an extended period including an understanding and knowledge of HR and Workforce issues and theories
- Understanding the people and workforce agenda in the NHS
- Experience of strong leadership, inspiring others to deliver transformational projects and impactful results
- Experience of managing changing priorities and complex situations. Ability to take responsibility for and resolve complex issues, undertaking research to develop options and taking appropriate advice and guidance
- Experience of successful management at a senior level and developing and leading high performing teams
Skills & Aptitudes
Essential
- High level verbal and written communication skills, sufficient to write policy, plans, complex reports and engage with employees, managers and partners
- Capable of leading programmes, projects or initiatives, which have significant resources and strategic impact
- Can effectively balance own work, priorities and deadlines against conflicting priorities and strategic delivery
- The ability to influence, network and use professional judgement and diplomacy to make outcome focussed decisions
- High level of interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire and manage team(s) and articulate the vision for the directorate
Specific Requirements
Essential
- Willingness to work flexibly - some evening work may be required
- Contribute to a positive working environment ensuring commitment to equality and diversity
- Ability to evidence/demonstrate key values and behaviours in line with the Trust framework: ?Patient Centred ?Safety ?Compassion ?Respect and ?Excellence
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.
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
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).
