Head of People

National health service; Manor Park; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate bonus scheme

Defined contribution pension

Equity after 12 months

Job summary

SELDOC Group is seeking an experienced Head of People to lead our People function across SELDOC Healthcare and Verve Healthcare. You will develop the People Strategy, strengthen capability, and create an environment where colleagues can thrive.

This is a hands-on leadership role combining strategic thinking with practical delivery in a healthcare context. You will oversee recruitment, payroll, appraisals, and absence management while advising on employment law, TUPE and organisational change.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading a People/HR team to deliver business outcomes in a healthcare setting.
• Up-to-date knowledge of workforce legislation and NHS operations.
• Experience building workforce development plans aligned with business strategy.
• Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive change.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver our People Strategy and workforce development plans.
• Lead a comprehensive People service covering recruitment, contracts, onboarding, development, performance, reward and retention.
• Oversee payroll, appraisals and absence management with reliable processes.
• Provide expert advice on employment legislation, off-payroll working, TUPE and organisational change.
• Support managers to handle people matters effectively and turn staff feedback into improvements.
• Contribute to organisational strategy and risk management as a member of the Executive Leadership Team.

Skills

People leadership

HR strategy

Employee relations

TUPE

Change management

Healthcare knowledge

Education

CIPD Level 7

Chartered Membership

Related HR degree

Job description

Reporting to the CEO and joining our Executive Leadership Team, you will develop our People Strategy, strengthen organisational capability and create an environment where colleagues can thrive. This is a varied, hands-on leadership role. You will combine strategic thinking with practical delivery, supporting our employees and off-payroll workforce while helping managers become confident, effective people leaders. Main duties of the job Main duties of the job Develop and deliver our People Strategy and workforce development plans, supporting business priorities and growth. Lead an effective People service covering recruitment, contracts, onboarding, development, performance, reward and retention. Oversee reliable processes for payroll, appraisals and absence management. Provide expert advice on employment legislation, off payroll working, employee relations, TUPE and organisational change. Support and develop managers to handle people matters effectively. Turn workforce feedback and staff surveys into meaningful improvements. Improve People systems and processes through effective use of technology. Contribute to organisational strategy, risk management and decision-making as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. The role may also involve supporting service operations during periods of urgent need, with potential participation in a director on call rota. About us For 30 years, SELDOC has served patients across London and the South East. Our services include urgent treatment centres, out of hours appointments, community services, home visits and remote clinical services. We are a people focused organisation that values practical leadership, supportive relationships and high-quality patient care. Our values underpin everything we do: Patient First, Compassionate, Competence, Empowering, Adaptable, Help shape our workforce and the future of healthcare delivery. SELDOC Group is seeking an experienced, approachable Head of People to lead our People function across SELDOC Healthcare and Verve Healthcare. Reporting to the CEO and joining our Executive Leadership Team, you will develop our People Strategy, strengthen organisational capability and create an environment where colleagues can thrive. This is a varied, hands on leadership role. You will combine strategic thinking with practical delivery, supporting our employees and off payroll workforce while helping managers become confident, effective people leaders. Main duties of the job Develop and deliver our People Strategy and workforce development plans, supporting business priorities and growth. Lead an effective People service covering recruitment, contracts, onboarding, development, performance, reward and retention. Oversee reliable processes for payroll, appraisals and absence management. Provide expert advice on employment legislation, off payroll working, employee relations, TUPE and organisational change. Support and develop managers to handle people matters effectively. Turn workforce feedback and staff surveys into meaningful improvements. Improve People systems and processes through effective use of technology. Contribute to organisational strategy, risk management and decision-making as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. The role may also involve supporting service operations during periods of urgent need, with potential participation in a director on call rota. SELDOC Group is seeking an experienced, approachable Head of People to lead our People function across SELDOC Healthcare and Verve Healthcare. Experience developing and delivering workforce development plans aligned with business strategy. Strong experience across core People functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, TUPE and organisational change. Up to date working knowledge of relevant workforce legislation. CIPD Level 7, Chartered Membership or equivalent, with a relevant and current professional qualification. Understanding of healthcare, NHS operations and the factors influencing operational decisions, or the ability to develop this quickly. Understanding of workplace behaviour and how to support positive workforce, patient and business outcomes. Effective leadership skills and the ability to build strong relationships with senior colleagues. Desirable Bachelors or masters degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related subject. Person Specification Qualifications Essential CIPD Level 7 or Charted Membership or equivalent Proven experience of leading a People and HR team to deliver required business outcomes in an organisation where revenues are at leave 5m pa. Experience of building and delivering workforce development plans in line with business strategy Experience of leading the core People Management processes and functions outlined in this job description An up to date working knowledge of pertinent workforce legislation Deep experience in and understanding what matters most in a healthcare business, or the ability to develop this quickly A relevant and current professional qualification Experience of operating effectively as a senior leader in an organization with multi-million revenues Clear understanding of NHS operations and protocols and the key factors which drive operational decision making on major issues or the ability to develop this quickly Clear understanding of what drives peoples behaviour in the workplace and how this can be influences to maximise patient and business outcomes Proven ability to build and nurture relationships with senior colleagues to underpin the delivery of business outcomes An effective leader CIPD Level 7 or Charted Membership or equivalent Desirable Bachelors/Masters Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related subject Qualifications Essential CIPD Level 7 or Charted Membership or equivalent Proven experience of leading a People and HR team to deliver required business outcomes in an organisation where revenues are at leave 5m pa. Experience of building and delivering workforce development plans in line with business strategy Experience of leading the core People Management processes and functions outlined in this job description An up to date working knowledge of pertinent workforce legislation Deep experience in and understanding what matters most in a healthcare business, or the ability to develop this quickly A relevant and current professional qualification Experience of operating effectively as a senior leader with multi-million revenues Clear understanding of NHS operations and protocols and the key factors which drive operational decision making on major issues or the ability to develop this quickly Clear understanding of what drives peoples behaviour in the workplace and how this can be influences to maximise patient and business outcomes Proven ability to build and nurture relationships with senior colleagues to underpin the delivery of business outcomes An effective leader CIPD Level 7 or Charted Membership or equivalent Desirable Bachelors/Masters Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or related subject Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. For 30 years, SELDOC has served patients across London and the South East. Our services include urgent treatment centers, out of hours appointments, community services, home visits and remote clinical services. We are a people focused organisation that values practical leadership, supportive relationships and high quality patient care. Our values underpin everything we do: Patient-First Compassionate Competence Empowering Adaptable We offer a corporate bonus scheme, a defined contribution pension and equity after 12 months, subject to progress against agreed plans. Person specification Essential Proven experience leading a People or HR team to deliver business outcomes in an organisation with annual revenues of at least 5 million. Salary: 80,000 basic per annum, plus corporate bonus scheme Working pattern: Full time or four days per week, subject to agreement Lo cation: The Smith, 145 London Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6SR Working arrangements: At least 60% of the working week in the office & on site