HR Business Partner

NHS; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to mental health and learning disability services, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing the employee experience. As part of a dynamic People and OD team, you will develop strategic people plans that foster talent development, organizational design, and a positive workplace culture. This permanent part-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to an outstanding Trust recognized for its commitment to excellence in care. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of staff and service users alike, this could be the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• Masters degree or equivalent required.
• CIPD qualified essential, with HR experience in a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop workforce strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Enhance people experience in inclusive workplaces.

Skills

HR management experience

Understanding of contemporary HR practices

Knowledge of employment law

Experience with strategic workforce projects

Partnership working with managers

Education

Masters degree or equivalent

CIPD qualified

Working towards MCIPD

Job description

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to support the Children and Young People's team with their people and OD needs. Join our People and OD team and contribute to a Trust recognized as one of the top 5 mental health and learning disability trusts to work for in England. We are seeking a dedicated individual to help deliver excellent care and outcomes for service users, carers, and families as a key member of our team.

Main Duties

You will partner with the Divisional Director for CYP services to enhance the people experience in compassionate and inclusive workplaces that enable staff to thrive and provide excellent care.

Your role involves interpreting NHS & HPFT strategies and working with divisional leadership to develop evidence-based strategic people plans. These plans will include:

1. Talent Development: supply, demand, succession planning, career pathways, training & development
2. Organisational Design: workforce planning, innovative role development, digital innovations, staff deployment, change projects
3. Culture: leadership development, team development, wellbeing, engagement, OD diagnostics, inclusion & belonging

You will be a vital member of the People and Organisational Development Directorate, maintaining effective communication and relationships to meet operational and strategic goals.

About Us

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is one of only five mental health trusts rated 'Outstanding' by the Care Quality Commission. Our staff of over 4,500 provides health and social care across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, and Norfolk, emphasizing voice, recovery, and co-production. Our core values are: Welcoming, Kind, Positive, Respectful, Professional.

Details

• Date Posted: 07 May 2025
• Pay Scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 8a
• Salary: £55,877 to £62,626 per annum (including 5% HCAS, pro rata)
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Part-time
• Location: The Colonnades, Beaconsfield Road, Hatfield, AL10 8YE

Job Responsibilities

Work with the Divisional senior team to develop workforce strategies and plans aligned with the business objectives. These include talent development, organisational design, and culture initiatives, ensuring risk management and achievement of divisional and Trust priorities.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Education (Essential)

• Masters degree or equivalent
• CIPD qualified

Desirable

• Working towards MCIPD

Knowledge & Experience (Essential)

• Understanding of contemporary HR practices
• HR management experience in a large, complex organization
• Experience providing senior-level HR advice
• Knowledge of employment law
• Experience with strategic workforce projects and change management
• Partnership working with managers, staff, and Trade Unions
• Understanding NHS policies and issues

Desirable

• HR experience in the public sector

Additional Requirements

This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check, UK professional registration, and eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship. Further details are available on the UK Visas and Immigration website and NHS Careers.

Employer Details

Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Address: The Colonnades, Beaconsfield Road, Hatfield, AL10 8YE

Website: https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/