Job Description

If you have the passion, skills, and mind-set to deliver a proactive and supportive HR function -- or if you already have the knowledge, experience, and drive to help shape our organisation -- this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Join our dedicated Workforce & OD team and support colleagues who deliver front-line mental health and disability services across a large geographical footprint. This role will see you embedded within one of our Community Care Groups, allowing you to tailor your support to local populations and their unique needs.
Main duties of the job
What will you be doing?

• Delivering a proactive HR service, aligned to operational priorities.
• Supporting staff wellbeing, in an environment where all colleagues feel valued.
• Working collaboratively with managers and staff to ensure positive staff experiences.
• Promoting health & wellbeing initiatives, ensuring staff feel supported and acknowledged.
• Supporting workforce development and organisational change in a dynamic environment.

In addition, the post holder will:

• Provide operational human resources and organisational development support.
• Manage and support a group of stakeholders as the first point of contact for their Workforce and OD needs.
• Deliver effective guidance on an array of employee relations matters and provide invaluable workforce policy guidance.
• Build a caseload to support managers with absence management, performance management, flexible working, adjustments, and ad hoc employment matters.
• Support the Workforce and OD Manager in implementing organisational development and change processes across the Trust, fulfilling legal requirements and developing the effectiveness of teams and services.

About us
We aim to attract and retain a diverse, talented and committed workforce, who are caring and compassionate, and therefore able to meet the demands of the modern NHS now and in the future. In return we can offer a dynamic working environment in which to build a career.
Why join us?

• Be part of a supportive and inclusive Workforce & OD team.
• Play a vital role in supporting front-line mental health and disability services.
• Contribute to creating a workplace where staff feel valued and can thrive.
• Enjoy opportunities to develop your role in line with operational priorities and personal career aspirations.

Details
Date posted
10 June 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
29,970 to 36,483 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
263-SS25-045-LB
Job locations
Hopewood Park Hospital
Ryhope
SR2 0NB
Job description
Job responsibilities
What are we looking for?

• An aspiring HR or OD practitioner with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and organisational development,OR an experienced HR professional looking for a new and exciting challenge.
• Someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build strong relationships and trust.
• A positive, proactive, and solution-focused attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

We strive to make a difference to the working lives of all staff by encouraging, supporting, and promoting health & wellbeing.
If youre passionate about people, thrive on making a positive impact, and are looking for a rewarding career in HR and OD wed love to hear from you!
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 10th June 2025
Closing date : 24th June 2025
We welcome your application. Job description
Job responsibilities
What are we looking for?

• An aspiring HR or OD practitioner with a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and organisational development,OR an experienced HR professional looking for a new and exciting challenge.
• Someone with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to build strong relationships and trust.
• A positive, proactive, and solution-focused attitude, with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.

We strive to make a difference to the working lives of all staff by encouraging, supporting, and promoting health & wellbeing.
If youre passionate about people, thrive on making a positive impact, and are looking for a rewarding career in HR and OD wed love to hear from you!
Please find attached job description for full details.
Advertising date : 10th June 2025
Closing date : 24th June 2025
We welcome your application.
Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential

• Knowledge of a range of Workforce related topics acquired through a relevant degree or equivalent qualification/experience (or working towards).
• Student or Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Workforce knowledge, including current Employment and Data Protection legislation.
• Experience of supporting the people management issues relating to significant change processes, leadership initiatives and projects.
• Experience of successfully building effective relationships and networks, including within the Workforce profession and with trade unions/staff side organisations.
• Organisational Development knowledge or awareness.
• Evidence of continual professional development.
• Up to date knowledge of employment law
• Experience of working effectively within a highly unionised environment.

Desirable

• Previous Public Sector Experience

Skills and Competencies
Essential

• Excellent organisational skills

Person Specification
Education and Qualification
Essential

• Knowledge of a range of Workforce related topics acquired through a relevant degree or equivalent qualification/experience (or working towards).
• Student or Associate Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Workforce knowledge, including current Employment and Data Protection legislation.
• Experience of supporting the people management issues relating to significant change processes, leadership initiatives and projects.
• Experience of successfully building effective relationships and networks, including within the Workforce profession and with trade unions/staff side organisations.
• Organisational Development knowledge or awareness.
• Evidence of continual professional development.
• Up to date knowledge of employment law
• Experience of working effectively within a highly unionised environment.

Desirable

• Previous Public Sector Experience

Skills and Competencies
Essential

• Excellent organisational skills