Head of HR Advice and Operations - Ref: RT01226 Grade: SMG1; £81,501 - £92,483 per annum Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR leader to join our HR and OD Leadership Team as Head of Service - HR Operations and Advice. This key leadership role will provide strategic and operational direction for HR advice, employee relations, HR operations, employment policy, schools HR support and workforce services. You will lead the development of a modern, customer-focused HR service that enables managers to manage people confidently, fairly and consistently while improving outcomes for employees, services and residents. You will: Lead and develop HR Operations and Advice services across the Council. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations and employment matters. Drive service improvement, digital transformation and modern HR practices. Use workforce data and insight to inform decision-making and improve performance. Build strong relationships with senior leaders, schools, trade unions and partners. Support organisational change, workforce planning and the delivery of the Council's strategic priorities. Ensure HR services are legally compliant, customer-focused and value-driven. You will be an experienced HR professional with: Significant senior HR leadership experience. Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations. A track record of leading service transformation and change. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience of using data and technology to improve services and workforce outcomes. A commitment to inclusive leadership and continuous improvement. Join us and help build a modern, responsive and people-centered HR service for Walsall. Closing Date:6th September 2026 Interviews will be held mid September. View: This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. Legislation imposes restrictions on political activity for certain local government employees. This position is designated as a politically restricted (sensitive) post as set out in Part 1 the Local Government & Housing Act 1989 and the Local Government (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 (LGO(PR)R 1990) SI 851 and S.30 of the Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.
Aug 28, 2026
Full time
Head of HR Advice and Operations - Ref: RT01226 Grade: SMG1; £81,501 - £92,483 per annum Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR leader to join our HR and OD Leadership Team as Head of Service - HR Operations and Advice. This key leadership role will provide strategic and operational direction for HR advice, employee relations, HR operations, employment policy, schools HR support and workforce services. You will lead the development of a modern, customer-focused HR service that enables managers to manage people confidently, fairly and consistently while improving outcomes for employees, services and residents. You will: Lead and develop HR Operations and Advice services across the Council. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations and employment matters. Drive service improvement, digital transformation and modern HR practices. Use workforce data and insight to inform decision-making and improve performance. Build strong relationships with senior leaders, schools, trade unions and partners. Support organisational change, workforce planning and the delivery of the Council's strategic priorities. Ensure HR services are legally compliant, customer-focused and value-driven. You will be an experienced HR professional with: Significant senior HR leadership experience. Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations. A track record of leading service transformation and change. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience of using data and technology to improve services and workforce outcomes. A commitment to inclusive leadership and continuous improvement. Join us and help build a modern, responsive and people-centered HR service for Walsall. Closing Date:6th September 2026 Interviews will be held mid September. View: This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. Legislation imposes restrictions on political activity for certain local government employees. This position is designated as a politically restricted (sensitive) post as set out in Part 1 the Local Government & Housing Act 1989 and the Local Government (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 (LGO(PR)R 1990) SI 851 and S.30 of the Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009.
Youth Justice Officer - Ref: CH05526 Grade: G8; Salary Range: £39,152 - £41,771 This is an exciting opportunity to join the Youth Justice Service (YJS) in Walsall. We are a multi-agency service with the principal aim of preventing and reducing youth offending in Walsall in line with our 'Child First' vision. Walsall YJS is continually improving and striving for excellence, and we are keen that the successful candidate achieves the best outcomes for children and young people in Walsall, whilst keeping victims at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for practitioners who are enthusiastic, committed and up for the challenge of working with some of the most disadvantaged children and families in our communities who often have multiple and complex needs. If you're able to assess children's needs, develop intervention plans, review their progress and work within a complex multi-agency context including courts, this role may be perfect for you! Walsall YJS are committed to giving you lots of learning and development opportunities to help you achieve your goals. Additionally, your well-being is important to us, so we offer a flexible and supportive working environment that provides a positive work-life balance, including generous annual leave and a 9-day fortnight. Closing Date: Sunday 27th September 2026 Interview are likely to take place w/c 12th October 2026 This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. Walsall Council's Children's Services are the only Ofsted 'Outstanding' local authority in the Black Country. During a visit in May 2025, Inspectors described Walsall Council as a place where children were at the heart of. The council's journey of continuous improvement started in 2017 and has since transformed into a service with a clear vision, clear priorities and a clear plan, all informed by the views of our staff and children. Staff are at the core of delivering great outcomes for children and young people in Walsall, which is underpinned by our Walsall Right 4 Children vision. The latest Ofsted inspection demonstrated that staff in children's services are proud to work for Walsall Council and feel supported to do great work.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Youth Justice Officer - Ref: CH05526 Grade: G8; Salary Range: £39,152 - £41,771 This is an exciting opportunity to join the Youth Justice Service (YJS) in Walsall. We are a multi-agency service with the principal aim of preventing and reducing youth offending in Walsall in line with our 'Child First' vision. Walsall YJS is continually improving and striving for excellence, and we are keen that the successful candidate achieves the best outcomes for children and young people in Walsall, whilst keeping victims at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for practitioners who are enthusiastic, committed and up for the challenge of working with some of the most disadvantaged children and families in our communities who often have multiple and complex needs. If you're able to assess children's needs, develop intervention plans, review their progress and work within a complex multi-agency context including courts, this role may be perfect for you! Walsall YJS are committed to giving you lots of learning and development opportunities to help you achieve your goals. Additionally, your well-being is important to us, so we offer a flexible and supportive working environment that provides a positive work-life balance, including generous annual leave and a 9-day fortnight. Closing Date: Sunday 27th September 2026 Interview are likely to take place w/c 12th October 2026 This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. Walsall Council's Children's Services are the only Ofsted 'Outstanding' local authority in the Black Country. During a visit in May 2025, Inspectors described Walsall Council as a place where children were at the heart of. The council's journey of continuous improvement started in 2017 and has since transformed into a service with a clear vision, clear priorities and a clear plan, all informed by the views of our staff and children. Staff are at the core of delivering great outcomes for children and young people in Walsall, which is underpinned by our Walsall Right 4 Children vision. The latest Ofsted inspection demonstrated that staff in children's services are proud to work for Walsall Council and feel supported to do great work.
Walsall Council is seeking a Youth Justice Officer to join the Youth Justice Service in Walsall. The role works to prevent and reduce youth offending in line with the 'Child First' vision and involves multi agency collaboration, including courts, to support children and young people. The successful candidate will engage with some of the most disadvantaged families, undertake assessments, create intervention plans, and review progress while benefiting from learning and development opportunities
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Walsall Council is seeking a Youth Justice Officer to join the Youth Justice Service in Walsall. The role works to prevent and reduce youth offending in line with the 'Child First' vision and involves multi agency collaboration, including courts, to support children and young people. The successful candidate will engage with some of the most disadvantaged families, undertake assessments, create intervention plans, and review progress while benefiting from learning and development opportunities
Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR leader to join our HR and OD Leadership Team as Head of Service - HR Operations and Advice. This key leadership role will provide strategic and operational direction for HR advice, employee relations, HR operations, employment policy, schools HR support and workforce services. You will lead a modern, customer-focused HR service that enables managers to manage people confidently, fairly and consistently while improving outcomes
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR leader to join our HR and OD Leadership Team as Head of Service - HR Operations and Advice. This key leadership role will provide strategic and operational direction for HR advice, employee relations, HR operations, employment policy, schools HR support and workforce services. You will lead a modern, customer-focused HR service that enables managers to manage people confidently, fairly and consistently while improving outcomes
Head of HR Advice and Operations - Ref: RT01226 Grade: SMG1; £81,501 - £92,483 per annum Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR leader to join our HR and OD Leadership Team as Head of Service - HR Operations and Advice. This key leadership role will provide strategic and operational direction for HR advice, employee relations, HR operations, employment policy, schools HR support and workforce services. You will lead the development of a modern, customer-focused HR service that enables managers to manage people confidently, fairly and consistently while improving outcomes for employees, services and residents. You will: Lead and develop HR Operations and Advice services across the Council. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations and employment matters. Drive service improvement, digital transformation and modern HR practices. Use workforce data and insight to inform decision-making and improve performance. Build strong relationships with senior leaders, schools, trade unions and partners. Support organisational change, workforce planning and the delivery of the Council's strategic priorities. Ensure HR services are legally compliant, customer-focused and value-driven. You will be an experienced HR professional with: Significant senior HR leadership experience. Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations. A track record of leading service transformation and change. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience of using data and technology to improve services and workforce outcomes. A commitment to inclusive leadership and continuous improvement. Join us and help build a modern, responsive and people-centred HR service for Walsall. Closing Date: 6th September 2026 Interviews will be held mid September. This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. Legislation imposes restrictions on political activity for certain local government employees. This position is designated as a politically restricted (sensitive) post as set out in Part 1 the Local Government & Housing Act 1989 and the Local Government (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 (LGO(PR)R 1990) SI 851 and S.30 of the Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009. At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole - particularly your 'Supporting Information' - reflects your own voice.
Aug 23, 2026
Full time
Head of HR Advice and Operations - Ref: RT01226 Grade: SMG1; £81,501 - £92,483 per annum Walsall Council is looking for an experienced and forward-thinking HR leader to join our HR and OD Leadership Team as Head of Service - HR Operations and Advice. This key leadership role will provide strategic and operational direction for HR advice, employee relations, HR operations, employment policy, schools HR support and workforce services. You will lead the development of a modern, customer-focused HR service that enables managers to manage people confidently, fairly and consistently while improving outcomes for employees, services and residents. You will: Lead and develop HR Operations and Advice services across the Council. Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations and employment matters. Drive service improvement, digital transformation and modern HR practices. Use workforce data and insight to inform decision-making and improve performance. Build strong relationships with senior leaders, schools, trade unions and partners. Support organisational change, workforce planning and the delivery of the Council's strategic priorities. Ensure HR services are legally compliant, customer-focused and value-driven. You will be an experienced HR professional with: Significant senior HR leadership experience. Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations. A track record of leading service transformation and change. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience of using data and technology to improve services and workforce outcomes. A commitment to inclusive leadership and continuous improvement. Join us and help build a modern, responsive and people-centred HR service for Walsall. Closing Date: 6th September 2026 Interviews will be held mid September. This post is covered by the Government's Code of Practice on the English Language Fluency Duty for public sector workers. The post holder will be required to communicate verbally with customers and provide advice and/or information in accurate spoken English. Walsall Council takes seriously the responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of all the children, young people and vulnerable adults entrusted to our care and it is our expectation that all staff will share this commitment. We will ensure continuous development and improvement of robust recruitment processes and procedures that promote a culture of safeguarding amongst our workforce. Completion of an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check is a requirement for working with children, young people and vulnerable adults. Note: Applicants appointed to posts that require an enhanced DBS clearance must declare any periods of time that they have lived, studied or worked abroad and be prepared to provide an Overseas Criminal Records Certificate (OCRC) or a Statement of Good Conduct (SOGC) relating to anytime they were overseas. Legislation imposes restrictions on political activity for certain local government employees. This position is designated as a politically restricted (sensitive) post as set out in Part 1 the Local Government & Housing Act 1989 and the Local Government (Political Restrictions) Regulations 1990 (LGO(PR)R 1990) SI 851 and S.30 of the Local Democracy Economic Development and Construction Act 2009. At Walsall Council, we appreciate that AI can be a useful tool for ideas or guidance. However, we encourage you to make sure your application reflects your own voice and experiences. Over-reliance on AI can make responses feel less personal, and we really want to understand what makes you unique. Your experiences, skills, and perspective are what set you apart, so please ensure your application as a whole - particularly your 'Supporting Information' - reflects your own voice.
