Head of HR

SeeMeHired.com; Ormskirk; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as Head of HR, responsible for driving HR strategies that support employee growth and the organization’s mission. Your role will include managing the HR team, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, and leading recruitment efforts. Exceptional Care focuses on creating a safe environment for young people and values their staff's development fully.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work program

Free Gym Membership

Long Service awards

Length of Service Holiday Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Head of HR, Business Partner or HR Manager role.
• Experience of managing compliance under Safer Recruitment.
• Confident in using Microsoft Office and Applicant Tracking platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR function and manage employee lifecycle.
• Develop employee wellbeing initiatives and manage performance.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and compliance with employment law.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Influencing Stakeholders

Resilience

Motivation

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Applicant Tracking Systems

Job description

To lead the organisation within the Senior Management Team responsible for all aspects of Human Resources and reward strategies across the organization. Responsible for leading and managing the HR function to provide support and advice to managers within the organization in support of the employee lifecycle. Overseeing safer recruitment to ensure compliance with relevant legislation and support the business growth strategy.

Main Responsibilities (but not exhaustive)

Key Duties:

Drive action to ensure the right level of management capability is in place by advising, coaching and supporting the managers in the application of developed strategies for conduct and performance management.

Contribute and Influence Organisational strategies to support the full employee lifecycle, steady growth, organisational development and a high quality of care to those within the service.

Lead the HR Team consisting of a HR Officer, HR and Recruitment Co-Ordinator and Recruitment Administrator.

Overseeing and facilitating key people functions including performance management, learning and development, disciplinary, grievance, redundancy, TUPE, SOSR, as necessary.

Develop employee wellbeing initiatives and complete regular benchmarking on compensation packages to support retention and attracting new talent.

Be a point of contact for management at all levels on all matters related to HR.

Manage and facilitate the recruitment and selection process in accordance with Safer Recruitment, including creating and maintaining job descriptions, placing of advertisements, liaising with recruitment agencies and managing the PSL.

Create, maintain and update employee files/HR records, including tracking of holidays for the organisation.

Oversee the learning and development function to ensure training is sourced and delivered efficiently and within cost constraints across the organisation, sourcing suitable funding wherever possible

Support with creating and maintaining an effective induction process for any new employee that the organisation recruits.

Create and maintain Employment Contracts, Employee Handbook and other Policies and Procedures to any employee of the organisation and endure effective roll out of any documentation.

Keep up to date with any changes in employment law legislation that may affect the company and its employees and review the potential impact on the organisation and suggest strategies to be implemented to other stakeholders.

Engage in and complete any training the organisation deems necessary in order to fulfil the role

Complete and oversee all general office administration tasks as required

Manage a hybrid working function effectively, ensuring policies and procedures are adhered to and work output is effective.

Provide Monthly Reports to the Board to ensure they are kept up to date with key HR metrics and recruitment.

Carry out any other duties / tasks within reasonable capability as directed by the Managing Director and/or key stakeholders.

Responsible for Health and Safety at Head Office to ensure a safe working environment.

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Location: Headquarters, Exceptional Care Ltd, Malthouse Business Centre, 48 Southport Road, Ormskirk, England, Lancashire, L39 1QR

Closing Date: 31st July 2025

Job Type: Full time

About the role

Committed to providing a safe environment for the young people in our care

Minimum 5 years’ experience in Head of HR, Business Partner or HR Manager role

Ability to lead and influence key stakeholders

Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to develop positive relationships with key stakeholders

Committed to own personal development and remaining up to day on key legislation and case law changes

Resilience, motivation and determination

Experience of managing compliance under Safer Recruitment

Inclusive to all, promoting equality and diversity

Confident in using Microsoft Office, social media and Applicant Tracking platforms (i.e. Indeed)

Apply for enhanced DBS disclosure and if applicable, overseas criminal records checks

Full UK driving licence and a car available for work use with business insurance

· CIPD Level 7 qualification

· Experience of working within the Residential Childcare Sector

· Knowledge of Ofsted

Experience of Bright HR

Our company benefits

- Consistent support, training and development within our organisation

- Employee Assistance Programme

- Paid Blue Light care on completion of induction for the first year of employment

- Cycle to work program

- Long Service award - £200 for 2 years, £400 for 5 years and £600 for 10 years (all of which include increased annual leave and will be paid by a gift voucher of your choice)

- Length of Service Holiday Scheme – Awarding up to an additional 3 days paid leave per year with continued service, above Statutory Entitlement

- Refer a Friend Scheme offering £100 for every person you successfully recommend.

- Free Gym Membership, including group classes

Every member of staff within our company is highly valued and fully supported with in their role, so this is a great opportunity to achieve ultimate job satisfaction.

What you will need

Required criteria

• • Minimum 5 years’ experience in Head of HR, Business Partner or HR Manager role
• • Experience of managing compliance under Safer Recruitment
• • Confident in using Microsoft Office, social media and Applicant Tracking platforms (i.e. Indeed)

Desired criteria

• • Experience of working within the Residential Childcare Sector
• • Knowledge of Ofsted
• • Experience of Bright HR

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Exceptional Care is a children’s care home provider based in the Northwest of England. We work with children from ages 8 to 17 years with complex needs.

We believe that children spending time at Exceptional Care should find it an enjoyable experience, where the Young People can form positive attachments, giving them a sense of inner security, worth and adding to their emotional and physical well-being.

Our aim is to identify, understand and meet the needs of the individual Young People in our care. Exceptional Care believes that consistency in care is paramount to Young People with complex needs, to this end we are committed to developing and maintaining good communicative relationships with the Young People in our care.

At Exceptional Care, we are devoted to providing unparalleled healthcare and support services tailored to the unique needs of our community. With a deep-rooted commitment to excellence, our team of dedicated professionals strives daily to enhance the well-being and quality of life of every individual we serve.

Passionate about making a difference, we believe that exceptional care is more than just a service – it's a commitment to fostering trust, compassion, and resilience. Join us in our mission to transform lives, one exceptional care moment at a time.

At Exceptional Care, we pride ourselves on cultivating an environment where our employees feel valued, heard, and inspired. Recognized as a great place to work, our organisational culture promotes professional growth, fosters collaboration, and encourages continuous learning.

We believe that when our team is empowered and passionate about what they do, it resonates in the exceptional care they provide. With a focus on work-life balance, mutual respect, and inclusivity, we're not just building a team, but a family dedicated to making a profound impact on the lives of those we serve.

We believe that when our team is empowered and passionate about what they do, it resonates in the exceptional care they provide. With a focus on work-life balance, mutual respect, and inclusivity, we're not just building a team, but a family dedicated to making a profound impact on the lives of those we serve.

Performance bonuses

Retirement plan and/or pension

Gym membership or wellness programs

Free parking

Open office

Company retreats

Long service recognition

Employee Recognition Scheme

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