Head Of HR

Brook Street; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-led organisation in care and education is seeking a Head of HR & Training in Cheadle. The role involves leading HR strategy, compliance, and workforce development. Candidates should have strong HR leadership experience, ideally in the care sector, and hold a CIPD Level 7 qualification. This position offers a salary between £50,000 - £60,000 and requires office-based work with regional travel.

Benefits

33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)

Pension scheme

Professional development opportunities

Health & wellbeing support

Free parking + mileage allowance

Staff referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in the care or education sector is ideal.
• Ability to lead HR and training strategy aligned with goals.
• Familiarity with compliance and workforce development.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR and training strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Oversee recruitment, retention, and employee relations.
• Ensure compliance with care sector regulations.

Skills

Strong HR leadership experience

Experience working at senior management level

Proven track record in ER

Policy development

Talent management

Education

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent

Job description

Head of HR & Training

Location: Cheadle (with regional travel)
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE
Contract: Full-time, Permanent | Monday-Friday - OFFICE BASED due to nature of the role

We're working with a values-led organisation in the care and education sector to find a strategic Head of HR and Training. This is a key leadership role driving people strategy, compliance, and workforce development in a trauma-informed environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead HR and training strategy aligned with organisational goals
• Oversee recruitment, retention, and employee relations
• Drive EDI and staff wellbeing initiatives
• Ensure compliance with care sector regulations and employment law
• Lead workforce planning and leadership development

Requirements

• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent
• Strong HR leadership experience, ideally in the care or education sector
• Proven track record in ER, policy development, and talent management
• Experience working at senior management level

Benefits Include

• 33 days annual leave (incl. bank holidays)
• Pension scheme
• Professional development opportunities
• Health & wellbeing support
• Free parking + mileage allowance
• Staff referral bonuses

An excellent opportunity for a passionate HR leader ready to make a real impact.

To apply or find out more, get in touch today

Or call - Emma Smith
07483919913
Brook Street (UK) Limited