Head of People

Head of PeopleWe are seeking an experienced Head of People to drive forward the HR Strategy, manage the People Team, and support a growing Network of Youth Zones.This is a permanent role offering hybrid working.Position: Head of PeopleLocation: Hybrid working. Blend of home-based and office (you must live within regular commutable distance of Bolton or White City, London)Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 (dependent upon experience)Contract: PermanentHours: Full time – 37.5 hours per weekBenefits: Agile working with flexibility in working hours; 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (rising to a maximum of 30 days); birthday leave, additional annual leave purchase scheme; company matched pension; company sick, maternity, paternity & adoption pay; Employee Assistance Programme, active and engaged networks to join (including Equity, Diversity & Inclusion) and access to Charity Worker discounts.Closing Date: 5pm, Monday 8 JulyFirst Stage Interviews: w/c 15 July (likely to be 15 July & 17 July – online)Second Stage Interviews: 24 July (Location TBC)About the RoleReporting to the Director of People, a key focus of this role will be to provide hands-on management to an experienced People consisting of a People Support Manager and Talent Acquisition Coordinator.However, it is much wider than team management; it is about relationships. Relationships with internal colleagues, relationships with Network contacts, and relationships with third party suppliers. The role is seen as a crucial support function for the youth zones, and it is imperative that you are able to build rapport quickly and be an approachable and knowledgeable source of expertise and support for colleagues.Some of your key duties include:Providing professional management, support and development to the People teamSupporting the delivery and implementation of the Equity, Diversity and Inclusion StrategyCoaching, supporting and advising on complex ER matters; upskilling managers with regular training and supportSupporting senior level recruitment across the charity’s NetworkSupporting the continued launch of PeopleHRAbout YouYou must have proven HR Leadership experience and have managed varied HR Teams. If this experience has been gained from organisations that service young people – even better!Other experience and skills you will need include:Experience of managing and overseeing HR systems and budgetsExperience of promoting and supporting a coaching cultureIn-depth knowledge of employment lawThe ability to develop and nurture relationships across the organisationA proactive and agile work ethicA curious mindset, to think innovatively and rationally about concerns and come up with creative solutionsThe ability to accept and provide feedback, be challenged on your advice, and work well under pressureTo apply, please submit a CV and cover letter (of not more than one page), explaining clearly why you are interested in the role, and answering ALL points as outlined on the role profile.About the OrganisationA national charity that believes all young people should have the opportunity to discover their passion and their purpose that fund and build state-of-the-art, multimillion-pound youth centres called Youth Zones in the country’s most economically disadvantaged areas. The organisation trains the amazing people that run them and offers continuing support to youth zones nationwide through a national network of independent youth charities,As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from under-represented groups; in particular from Black, Asian, Mixed Race & other ethnically diverse individuals, people with disabilities, and members of LGBTQ+ communities. Our dedicated Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Group, with support from the Senior Leadership Team, is actively promoting and advancing diversity and inclusion, ensuring a culture where everyone can be themselves and thrive.The charity recognises that the workforce is under-represented in certain areas and are committed to addressing this. Therefore, they actively encourage applicants to submit anonymous applications; in practice this means removing your name and email address from your CV and cover letter. The HR Lead will have these details from your submission, but they will not be available to the selection panel when they are considering your application.The charity is committed to the safeguarding of young people. In accordance with their Child Protection and Safeguarding procedures, this position requires a basic DBS check.Other roles you may have experience of could include Head of Human Resources, Head of HR, Head of HR and Resources, HR Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, Head of Department, Human Resources Director, Head of People, Head of Personnel, Personnel Manager. #INDNFPPLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

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