HR Business Partner

Salutem Care & Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Salutem Care & Education in Lancashire is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to deliver the people strategy, coach managers and lead HR projects across the business.

This senior role requires strong employment law knowledge, CIPD Level 7 or equivalent, and the ability to manage complex employee relations while driving a positive culture.

Qualifications

• Senior HR experience, preferably in the care sector.
• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and TUPE.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the delivery of the People Plan and HR projects.
• Coach managers to improve performance and culture.
• Manage complex disciplinaries, grievances and ER issues.

Skills

Strategic HR

Employee Relations

People Management

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Policy Compliance

Employment Law

Coaching & Mentoring

Education

CIPD Level 7 or equivalent

Job description

Reporting to: Director of HR and Resourcing

Join us in making a difference!

We believe everyone should have the opportunity to live a healthy, active, and fulfilling life, regardless of their background or disability. Our services provide safe and stimulating environments for adults and young people, and we're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to help us deliver on this mission.

About The Role

As a HR Business Partner, you'll play a key role in delivering our people strategy and supporting the business to achieve its objectives. You'll lead on HR projects and change initiatives, while coaching and empowering managers to create a positive culture and manage performance effectively. This is a senior‑level role requiring strong commercial awareness, experience and the ability to handle complex employee relations issues.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive the implementation of the People Plan to meet business goals.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are compliant, consistent, and up to date.
• Lead strategic HR projects and integrations.
• Coach and train managers on HR processes and best practice.
• Manage complex disciplinary, grievance, and performance cases.
• Oversee change initiatives such as TUPE transfers and restructures.
• Produce insightful HR reports and analyse trends to drive improvement.
• Line manage HR Officers and mentor team members.
• Build strong relationships across the organisation and with external stakeholders.
• Deputise for the Director of HR & Resourcing when required.
• CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience in a senior HR role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, including TUPE and redundancy.
• Proven experience in generalist HR at a senior level (care sector experience desirable).
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, under pressure, and to deadlines.
• Proactive, dynamic, and results‑focused with a collaborative approach.

Our Core Values

• Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
• Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
• Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
• Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
• Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
• Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
• Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.

Why Choose Us?

• Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
• Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
• Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
• Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.