HR Business Partner

WILDERNESS WAY; Penrith; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join their dedicated People Team. This role involves collaborating closely with Operations Managers to implement impactful people strategies that align with the organization's mission of supporting children who have faced trauma. The successful candidate will leverage their HR expertise and data insights to enhance employee engagement and retention while fostering strong relationships across the organization. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and have a solid background in HR, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Flexible working pattern

In-depth induction and training

Monthly recognition awards

Health and wellbeing benefits

Life assurance

Discount schemes

Qualifications

• Proven HRBP experience across multiple sites.
• Strong generalist HR knowledge including UK employment law.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and understand their teams.
• Provide practical HR advice and manage employee relations cases.

Skills

HR Business Partner experience

UK employment law knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Relationship building

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Supporting those who support children - HR with heart and impact

At Wilderness Way we provide care, support, and stability to children who’ve experienced trauma, abuse, and exploitation. Our specialist teams work tirelessly to create safe spaces where children can recover, grow, and thrive.

We’re looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our passionate People Team. You’ll work closely with Operations Managers across our services, acting as a trusted advisor and driving impactful people strategies that support our mission.

Your role at a glance

• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders and understand their teams inside out.
• Use people data and metrics to drive insight and action.
• Provide practical, clear HR advice and coaching across all people matters.
• Manage employee relations cases confidently and in line with best practice.
• Lead and support people initiatives in areas like engagement, retention, and performance.
• Collaborate across the wider People Team to enhance the employee experience.
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Proven HRBP experience, ideally across multiple sites.
• Strong generalist HR knowledge, including UK employment law.
• Commercial mindset with an interest in using data to drive decisions.
• Skilled in building strong relationships and influencing at all levels.
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent.
• Driving licence and flexibility to travel across sites.
• Social care experience is a bonus, but not essential.
  
  

What We Offer

• Working Pattern: Monday to Friday flexible hybrid working.
• Annual Leave:You will receive 33 days per annum with additional leave gainedat 2 and 5 years’ service.
• Training Academy:An in-depth induction and welcome programme.
• Bonuses:A bonus of £1000 every time you successfully refer a friend.
• Pension:Auto enrolment into our Company pension.
• Recognition Awards:Our monthly Wilderness Heroes Awards celebrate you and your team’s success.
• Your Wellbeing: Excellent health and wellbeing benefits via Medicash and Aviva including Private Medical Insurance.
• Life Assurance: of 2 times annual salary.
• Discounts: A range of discount schemes with access to savings on high street brands, restaurants, cinemas, and other leisure outlets, including local businesses following feedback from our employees.
  
  

We are an equal opportunities employer and have a commitment to safeguarding children. We follow Safer Recruitment practices. The successful candidate will be subject to necessary background checks, governed by regulation, including obtaining an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland.