Head of People

  • Bright Selection Ltd
  • Watford, Hertfordshire
  • Feb 12, 2025
Full time HR / Recruitment

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of People to join a respected care provider. We are seeking a passionate and experienced HR professional to lead and manage the company's HR strategy and operations across its care homes.



Role Overview:

As Head of People, you will oversee the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, right-to-work compliance, sponsorship management, staff retention, and training and development. This is a strategic role with the opportunity to shape the company's culture and employee experience.



Key Responsibilities:

  • Recruitment: Lead the company's centralised recruitment strategy, overseeing internal and external hiring processes.
  • Right to Work & Sponsorship: Manage all aspects of sponsorship licenses, compliance, and right-to-work checks.
  • Employee Relations: Support complex employee relations cases and oversee the grievance and disciplinary processes.
  • Compliance: Ensure HR policies are up-to-date and conduct regular HR audits aligned with CQC, GDPR, and employment laws.
  • Retention & Culture: Drive retention strategies and support the company's goals of achieving B-Corp accreditation.
  • Training & Development: Conduct comprehensive inductions, provide HR training, and support new managers.


Requirements:

  • Ideally CIPD Level 7 or working towards.
  • Experience in HR management within the elderly care sector.
  • Knowledge of right-to-work regulations and sponsorship procedures.
  • Effective leadership and communication skills.
  • Flexibility to travel across care homes within the organisation.


Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
  • Work within an organisation that values contribution, offers work-life balance, and provides professional development opportunities.

Interested? Contact Lisa-Maria Kirwan at Bright Selection for more information.

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