Head of People and Workforce

Head of People and Workforce

Permanent

22.5 hours per week

£55,000 full time equivalent (£33,000 pro rata for 22.5 hours per week)

Site based, with some flexibility to work from home

Closing date: 8th March 2026

The Shakespeare Hospice, based in Stratford upon Avon, offers a diverse range of services to patients, and their families/carers across South Warwickshire and surrounding areas. The Hospice is not just about end-of-life care, we provide support and compassion alongside our patients and their families throughout their journey from diagnosis through to treatment, and survivorship.

Patients and their families can access one or more specialised services, day hospice, hospice at home, adult and children's counselling for pre and post bereavement, and provide spiritual, emotional and complementary therapies. We pride our offer as one that is all inclusive and embraces not only the patient but their complete support system, family and loved ones.

Job Summary

The Shakespeare Hospice is seeking an experienced and forward thinking Head of People and Workforce to join our Senior Management Team.

This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for delivering a comprehensive and inclusive people strategy aligned to Hospice values, and for supporting all aspects of stretegic decision making in relation to the development of our workforce, including volunteers.

You will have significant senior-level experience as an HR specialist, with a strong track record in leading workforce initiatives that support organisational goals and drive engagement, high-performance and staff wellbeing. You will also have excellent influencing and communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and strategic insight to senior leaders across the Hospice.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in an organisation that places people at the heart of everything we do. You will play a central role in shaping a compassionate, inclusive and resilient workforce that supports exceptional care for our community.

Further details of the role can be found on our website by clicking apply .

We can offer:

• Competitive salary
• Generous annual leave entitlement 35 days including statutory bank holidays, rising to 37 days after 5 years continuous service and 39 days after 10 years continuous service (pro rata for part-time)
• Contributory pension scheme
• Free on-site car parking
• Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity, adoption and paternity pay
• Occupational sick pay
• Free 24-hour confidential advice and support via our Employee Assistance Programme
• Flexible working
• Staff Wellbeing Programme
• A comprehensive induction plan
• Training and development opportunities for staff where relevant to role
• Free eye tests

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK.

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