Chief People Officer

TEC Partnership; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational organization seeks a Chief People Officer to lead and shape its people strategy. This pivotal role involves driving culture transformation, enhancing employee engagement, and ensuring compliance across HR and Wellbeing initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong vision and integrity, fostering an environment where staff feel valued and empowered. If you are passionate about making a difference in education and have the skills to inspire others, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of a vibrant institution.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading people strategy in an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead on all aspects of people strategy, focusing on culture transformation.
• Oversee HR, Learning and Development, and Wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

People Strategy

Employee Engagement

HR Management

Culture Transformation

Compliance

Operational Excellence

Learning and Development

Health and Safety

Wellbeing

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Professional HR qualification

Job description

The TEC Partnership consists of the Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education (GIFHE), East Riding College, Colleges at Scarborough and Skegness, a Regional Employment Training Team, a National Apprentice Training team, a Maritime and Logistics Company (Modal), and other satellite offices throughout Lincolnshire and Yorkshire. TEC Partnership is a successful and ambitious educational organisation offering excellent education at all levels to our learners. We are a very large Further Education institution with a significant Higher Education presence and degree-awarding powers.

We are now seeking a Chief People Officer. You will be pivotal in shaping the culture and capabilities of TEC Partnership. Reporting directly to the CEO, you will take the lead on all aspects of people strategy, from culture transformation and employee engagement to compliance and operational excellence. You will oversee HR, Learning and Development, Health and Safety, and Wellbeing, ensuring our people strategy aligns with our mission to enrich lives and deliver outstanding education.

The college has a bright future, and we are committed to appointing an inspirational individual to help lead the college at this pivotal point in our development. We are seeking an individual with integrity, who prioritises collaboration, empowers others, and is visible and accessible to staff and students. You will create a culture where staff can develop, flourish, and feel valued at all levels.

If you believe that you have the vision, skills, expertise, and enthusiasm to make a difference and help us realise our ambitions, we want to hear from you.

The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal-opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.

All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and other checks may also be required.