Director of People

Tile Hill Executive Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Bolton Cares is on a transformative journey and seeks a confident and compassionate leader as the Director of People. This role includes leading people strategy, workforce planning, and ensuring compliance and inclusivity within the organization. Candidates should have substantial experience, a CIPD qualification, and a strong commitment to championing diversity. Join this growing organization and lead the change in a key strategic position.

Qualifications

• Substantial senior-level experience in People Strategy.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality services.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of people strategy and workforce planning.
• Oversee HR, occupational health, and volunteer functions.
• Work closely with senior leaders to shape the culture.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership

Diversity and Inclusion

Education

CIPD Qualification

Degree in HR or related field

Job description

Bolton Cares is on an exciting journey of transformation and growth and we’re looking for a dynamic, people-focused leader to help shape our future.

As our newDirector of People, you’ll be a key member of the Executive Team leading the development and delivery of our People Strategy. This is a unique opportunity to influence the culture, capacity, and capability of a growing care organisation that puts people at the heart of everything it does.

About the Role
You’ll lead on all aspects of people strategy, including workforce planning, recruitment and retention, learning and development, employee engagement, and internal communications. You’ll also oversee our HR, occupational health, and volunteer functions, ensuring we remain compliant, inclusive, and forward-thinking.

This is a strategic and operational leadership role, where you’ll work closely with the Chief Executive and senior leaders to ensure Bolton Cares is a great place to work and a great place to receive care.

About you
We’re seeking a confident and compassionate leader with:

• Substantial senior-level experience in People Strategy
• A proven track record of delivering high-quality services and outcomes
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice
• Experience of leading workforce transformation and growth
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• A CIPD qualification and a degree in HR or a related field

You’ll be someone who leads by example, champions diversity and inclusion, and inspires others to thrive.

Bolton Cares is a Local Authority Trading Company with a strong social mission and a commitment to growth, innovation, and inclusion.

Interested?
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact: Helen Alwell on 07931 543 313 / [e-mail] or Anita Denton on 07725 554 802 / [e-mail].

Apply via our dedicated microsite: www.leadingboltoncares.co.uk

Closing date: Sunday 3rd August at midnight

To apply:

To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (four sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (four sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements.Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only.If you experience any issues whilst applying, please [e-mail].

Applications should include:

• Full contact details;
• Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees);
• Details of your current salary and notice period
• Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview.

Recruitment Timeline:

• Applications close:Midnight Sunday 3rd August
• Longlist meeting: Monday 11th August (no candidate involvement)
• Technical interview (virtual):Thursday 14th & Friday 15th August
• Shortlist meeting:Afternoon of Friday 15th August (no candidate involvement)
• Final Panel Process: Thursday 21st / Friday 22nd August

At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please [e-mail].