Director - People & Purpose

TN United Kingdom; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director of People and Purpose to lead their HR initiatives. This pivotal role involves shaping a positive culture, driving recruitment strategies, and promoting equality and diversity within the college. You will be part of a dedicated team, making a significant impact on the lives of students and staff. With a commitment to professional development and employee well-being, this position offers a supportive environment for innovative ideas. If you're passionate about education and want to contribute to a thriving community, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

30 days holiday entitlement

Access to free training

Flexible working policy

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven senior HR management experience in education or related sectors.
• Ability to drive recruitment strategies and promote diversity.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership in human resources and organizational development.
• Ensure HR practices align with the college's mission and values.

Skills

Senior HR Management

Recruitment Strategies

Strategic Planning

Change Management

Employee Relations

Equality and Diversity Advocacy

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

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Are you passionate about transforming lives through education? Do you have the vision and leadership skills to drive a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture? Buckinghamshire College Group is seeking a dynamic and inspirational Director of People and Purpose to join our College Leadership Team.

At Buckinghamshire College Group, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Our purpose is to provide high-quality further education that empowers individuals to achieve their full potential. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where both staff and students can thrive.

As the Director of People and Purpose, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our College. Reporting directly to the Principal and Chief Executive Officer, you will provide strategic leadership in all aspects of human resources, organisational development, and staff well-being. Your efforts will ensure that our values are embedded in every HR practice and policy, creating a culture that aligns with our mission and strategic objectives.

You should have proven senior HR management experience, including driving forward recruitment strategies, strategic planning, change management, and leading employee relations. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, innovative, and committed to equality and diversity, demonstrating a passion for challenging inequality and promoting diversity within the College.

At Buckinghamshire College Group, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a difference. Your leadership will directly impact the career prospects of our students and the well-being of our staff. We offer a supportive and collaborative environment where your ideas and initiatives will be valued and encouraged. We are interested in hearing from those with experience within and/or outside of the education sector.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to the success of our College and community, we want to hear from you! We look forward to receiving your application and please do contact Emma Child, EA to the Principal and CEO at if you would like to arrange an informal discussion or a visit to the College in advance. Interviews are currently scheduled to take place on 12 June 2025.

While working at Buckinghamshire College Group you can also take advantage of a host of employee benefits including:

• 30 days holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays & Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• A wide range of learning - access to free training & continuous professional development
• A bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support
• Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing
• Discounts in the Aylesbury Day Nursery & Aylesbury Hair & Beauty (HAB) Salon
• 24hrs/7days a week access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to work and local business employee corporate discount schemes

Buckinghamshire College Group is a Further Education college with three campuses located in Aylesbury, Amersham and Wycombe. We are proud to be a skills-based college supporting over 5000 learners each year to achieve their study and career goals and play a pivotal role in the Buckinghamshire community working with a wide range of employers for example, Pinewood Studios, NHS Trusts and Flannery Plant Hire to name but a few.

You will have an unwavering passion for learning and for supporting learners and staff to achieve more than they ever thought possible - we call this the Bucks College Factor!

If you have the Bucks College Factor, this sounds like a role for you and Buckinghamshire College Group sounds like a place you'd like to be part of, then we'd love to hear from you.

Commitment to Safeguarding

BCG is committed to equal opportunities for all, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike; all posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Only completed applications will be considered for this role.

For more information on the role please contact HR directly.

Closing date for applications is the 30 th May 2025, with interviews taking place on the 12 th June 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive sufficient applications or source a suitable candidate. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.