HR Business Partner

Prior’s Court; Newbury; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prior's Court is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to empower autistic young people with complex needs through education, care and support. The role partners with senior leaders across Care, Education and Corporate Services to shape people strategies and deliver HR solutions that align with organisational objectives.

You will lead talent management, recruitment and development, provide expert employee relations guidance, and support change programmes while promoting engagement and

Qualifications

• Experience as a senior HR partner or advisor.
• Proven ability to coach managers and leaders.
• Experience with workforce planning and change management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders across Care, Education and Corporate Services to develop and deliver people strategies, workforce plans and HR solutions that support organisational objectives.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including recruitment, retention, succession planning, performance management and the development of managers and employees.
• Provide expert employee relations support, managing complex casework, investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes, absence management and immigration-related requirements.
• Support organisational change and growth, guiding managers and teams through change programmes, restructures and service developments while promoting employee engagement and wellbeing.
• Analyse HR data and insights to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives and provide recommendations that support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement through effective policy implementation, risk management, HR projects and strategic support to the Director of People.

Skills

HR strategy

Employee relations

Workforce planning

Coaching

Job description

Are you an experienced HR professional who is passionate about making a meaningful impact? At Prior's Court, we are committed to empowering autistic young people with complex needs through exceptional education, care and support.

We are looking for a proactive and collaborative HR Business Partner to join our People Team. Working closely with leaders across Care, Education and Corporate Services, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, helping to shape and deliver people strategies that support Prior's Court's vision and objectives. You will play a key role in workforce planning, talent development, employee relations, organisational change and performance management.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You will provide expert HR guidance, coach managers and drive initiatives that improve employee engagement and organisational performance.

Key responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leaders across Care, Education and Services to develop and deliver people strategies, workforce plans and HR solutions that support organisational objectives.
• Lead talent management initiatives, including recruitment, retention, succession planning, performance management and the development of managers and employees.
• Provide expert employee relations support, managing complex casework, investigations, disciplinary and grievance processes, absence management and immigration-related requirements.
• Support organisational change and growth, guiding managers and teams through change programmes, restructures and service developments while promoting employee engagement and wellbeing.
• Analyse HR data and insights to identify trends, measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives and provide recommendations that support informed decision-making.
• Ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement through effective policy implementation, risk management, HR projects and strategic support to the Director of People.

Please note: applicants must be drivers due to our remote location near Newbury. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship. All positions are subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check, references and proof of right to work in the UK.