HR Business Partner

LOCATION: North Shields

CONTRACT TYPE: 37.5 hours, Permanent

SALARY: £35,000 per annum

Who are we?

YMCA North Tyneside is a Voluntary Sector Organisation undertaking youth and community programme work in areas of North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and Teesdale. We are part of the worldwide YMCA movement, which started in London in 1844 has grown to become the world’s largest and oldest youth movement. Now, more than 175 years later, YMCA is operating in 119 countries, with 64 million people reached annually around the world. Guided by our Christian values, we believe everyone has potential, and we serve our communities so that all can hope, belong, contribute and thrive.

Overview

As we embark upon a period of growth for the organisation this is a great time to join a team where our values of Believe, Inspire, Serve and Thrive aren’t just words on a wall but the foundation of our culture and everything we do as a charity. To support these ambitious organisational plans and our newly launched 5 year People Strategy, we are seeking a driven and experienced HR professional to join our team as a HR Business Partner. Following a recent review of our organisational structure to align with this strategy, we have evolved our HR Advisor role that we recently advertised into this more senior position to further support our strategic goals and people management practices.

About You

You will be a proactive and commercially aware HR professional with a strong understanding of best practice and the ability to build effective relationships at all levels. You will be adept at translating business needs into effective HR strategies and providing comprehensive HR support and guidance to managers and employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnering with key stakeholders to understand their business objectives and develop aligned HR solutions.
• Providing expert advice and guidance on a wide range of HR matters, including employee relations, performance management, talent development and reward.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Supporting organisational change initiatives.
• Lead and participate in key HR priority areas and HR projects including the implementation of our new HR & payroll system.
• Working collaboratively with the wider HR team to deliver a high-quality HR service.
• Contributing to the development and delivery of training and development programmes.
• Managing employee relations issues effectively and in line with legal requirements.
• Analysing HR data to identify trends and insights to inform decision-making.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards qualification.
• Minimum Associate CIPD membership.
• Experience working within a charity or not-for-profit environment would be advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience working in a HR Business Partner or similar senior HR role.
• A strong understanding of HR best practices, employment law and current HR trends.
• Proven ability to build strong working relationships and influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse workload.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with an ability to influence change.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience of using HR systems.
• Strong commitment to your own learning and CPD.

The Perks Of The Job

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working with 2 days working from home.
• 5 Weeks Holiday + Bank Holidays.
• Your Birthday Off!
• Flexible Public Holidays.
• Free Gym Membership to YMCA Gym for you and a loved one.
• Discounts at our Cafe’s, including Cafe 1879 and our Community Cafe.
• Discounted fees at YMCA Day Nursery.
• Discounts to holidays at our Patterdale Estate in the Lake District.
• Access to a free and confidential Employer Assistance Programme (suite of legal and health advice).
• Access to 24/7 GP Helpline.
• Access to Salary Sacrifice Schemes.
• Access to Reward Gateway providing 100’s of retail discounts.
• 2 x Paid Volunteering Days.
• Life assurance of 2x annual salary.
• Group Pension Contribution Scheme.
• And more!

Want to find out more about the job?

Please feel free to contact Jeanine Main (Head of HR) for an informal chat about the position by email at jeanine.main@ymcanorthtyneside.org.

To Apply

Visit this link below for our online application form http://bit.ly/YMCAonlineapp.

Closing date: 9.00 am on Monday 21 April 2025

Initial telephone interview: 23 or 24 April 2025

Interview date: Thursday 1 May 2025

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels protected from harm. We have robust procedures in place to prevent and address any concerns about abuse or neglect. All staff and volunteers have a responsibility to report any concerns about the safety or welfare of children, young people, or vulnerable adults. We have clear reporting procedures and we will take all concerns seriously.

As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, all roles that involve working with children, young people or vulnerable adults will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level including checks against the relevant Barred Lists. We are committed to thorough background checks to help ensure that those whom we employ are suitable to work with these groups.

Equal Opportunities

YMCA North Tyneside is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable. Flexible work is supported, and applications from people with disabilities are encouraged. We strive to create local employment opportunities for all.

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders

We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. We recognise that people can change and we are committed to giving individuals with criminal records a fair chance to demonstrate their skills and abilities. We assess each applicant based on their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role, taking into account the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the conviction, and any evidence of rehabilitation. We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusion and supports the successful reintegration of individuals into the workforce. We comply with all relevant legislation and guidelines regarding the employment of ex-offenders and we are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment for all.