People Business Partner – Workforce Development

Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization seeks a People Business Partner for Workforce Development to enhance management skills and foster a coaching culture. The role involves designing programs, supporting employee development, and ensuring effective people management practices. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a degree-level education, and significant HR experience.

Benefits

Good annual leave entitlement

Employee Assistance Programme

Occupational Health

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR focusing on coaching and mentoring.
• Experience managing training procurement processes.

Responsibilities

• Designing and managing a programme for managers in people management.
• Implementing a coaching and mentoring programme across the service.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Education

Degree-level education

Award in Education and Training (AET)

Level 5 Coaching

GCSE in Maths and English

Job description

People Business Partner – Workforce Development

Join to apply for the People Business Partner – Workforce Development role at Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Are you passionate about developing people, supporting them to be their best, and enthusiastic about learning new skills?

Do you enjoy being part of a dynamic, high-performing team? If so, we want to hear from you!

About the role:

You will be responsible for:

1. Designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive programme that equips managers with the skills and tools necessary to excel in their people management responsibilities. This role ensures that managers are held accountable for their performance in managing their teams and fostering a positive, productive work environment.
2. Creating, implementing, and managing a coaching and mentoring programme that supports employee development and fosters a coaching culture across the service. This involves working closely with leaders, managers, and employees to promote coaching practices that enhance performance, engagement, and career growth.

About you:

We are looking for a focused, self-starting individual who is driven to influence change, with:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including presenting to audiences at all levels, writing reports, business cases, and procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail with a positive approach to problem solving.
• Ability and skills to design and deliver reward & recognition programmes.
• Great interpersonal skills.
• Great customer service and a ‘can do’ attitude.
• The ability to work confidently within a busy team and interact with individuals in a friendly, courteous manner, demonstrating tolerance in their approach.

Qualifications required:

• Degree-level education and/or extensive experience within the learning and development field.
• Award in Education and Training (AET) (PTLLS), working towards or prepared to achieve.
• Level 5 Coaching or equivalent level of experience.
• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent in Maths and English.

Experience required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR, focusing on coaching, mentoring, and workforce development.
• Experience of implementing and delivering successful partnership projects with internal and external partners.
• Experience managing training procurement processes.
• Experience coaching and supporting managers.

The Package:

• Full-time – 37-hour week.
• Fixed-term contract – 9 months.
• Good annual leave entitlement.
• Employee benefits, including Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health.

Additional information:

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Anna Collett at [e-mail].

How to Apply:

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applications from people of any colour, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability are welcome. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or recruitment process, please contact us via email or phone.

All employees are required to have a DBS check. For queries or concerns regarding this, please contact [e-mail].

For further information about the role, please review the job description.

(Internal applicants should log in using their iTrent Self Service username and password.)

Applications should be submitted via the e-recruitment system here.

Additional notes:

If you are in receipt of a Firefighter’s pension, please notify Human Resources before taking up employment with Buckinghamshire & Milton Keynes Fire Authority, as Abatement Rules may apply.