Job summary
We are seeking a dynamic and values-driven Deputy Chief People Officer to join our senior leadership team at East Cheshire NHS Trust. This is a unique opportunity to play a central role in shaping the future of our workforce and leading large-scale transformation that will make a real difference to our people, patients and community.
As Deputy Chief People Officer for East Cheshire NHS Trust, you will play a crucial role in shaping and implementing the Trust people strategy, driving transformational change and enhancing our people practices to optimise the lived experience of our colleagues and patients.
We are looking for an inspiring leader who is action-oriented, highly motivated, and passionate about building high-performing and engaged teams. Prioritising the wellbeing, safety, and engagement of our colleagues, while ensuring patients remain at the heart of our efforts, is essential.
This presents an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious People and Communications team at a crucial time of change, working with a newly appointed Chief People Officer. If you're ready to be part of a team that's dedicated to continuous improvement, come join us and let's make a difference together!
Apply now and help shape the future of healthcare within East Cheshire.
Closing Date: 11th February
Interviews & Stakeholder Panel: 24th February
Main duties of the job
Your efforts will be pivotal in addressing the workforce challenges within the NHS whilst creating new opportunities surrounded by a team willing to innovate & improve. The difference you can bring will be welcome, NHS experience is not essential. If you have a passion for the people profession & are looking to develop into a Deputy role or you are an established Deputy, we will offer you the support you need to succeed.
- Provide leadership, vision, and direction for the People & Communications Directorate in line with Trust strategy and the longer-term NHS landscape.
- Support & deputise for the Chief People Officer, ensuring the voice of our people is represented and developing & delivering the Trust People Strategy through engagement, involvement and practical operational delivery.
- Offer leadership & strategic direction to team leads, ensuring they are supported to meet their role and team objectives, while maintaining effective and supportive relationships across all areas of the People & & Communications Directorate and beyond.
- Encourage different ways of working and innovation to meet challenging conditions, utilising impactful organisational development and design approaches.
- Support innovative workforce plans that align with new ways of working and meet the assumptions in the workforce strategy.
- Foster a culture where operational HR advice is based on expertise and is supportive, considerate, and value-adding.
- To participate in trust leadership 'on call' arrangements.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Please be aware that this post requires an Standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
This post is subject to the Fit and Proper Person's Test for Directors.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visitVisas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Educated to a Master's degree in Human Resources or Employment Law
- Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
- Formal training or qualification in management and/or leadership
- Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience within the people profession in a complex NHS organisation
- Recognised leader with influence and personal credibility
- Track record of developing, shaping and delivering people strategies
- Significant experience of leading teams across a variety of disciplines within the people profession
- Demonstrable experience of impacting organisational effectiveness through quantifiable performance improvement
- Experience of leading and delivering change
Desirable
- Experience with working with a large medical workforce and understanding of medical contracts and terms and conditions
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the person specification for all other role requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential
- Educated to a Master's degree in Human Resources or Employment Law
- Member of Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
- Evidence of on-going personal and professional development
Desirable
- Formal training or qualification in management and/or leadership
- Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Significant senior leadership experience within the people profession in a complex NHS organisation
- Recognised leader with influence and personal credibility
- Track record of developing, shaping and delivering people strategies
- Significant experience of leading teams across a variety of disciplines within the people profession
- Demonstrable experience of impacting organisational effectiveness through quantifiable performance improvement
- Experience of leading and delivering change
Desirable
- Experience with working with a large medical workforce and understanding of medical contracts and terms and conditions
Other role requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the person specification for all other role requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
