Job summary
1x Permanent & 1 x 12 month Fixed term ( Mat leave cover)
Associate HRBP - Band6/7 - Development Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join our people relations team.
The successful candidate will be based at the Trust Head Quarter in Euston Road with the expectation of visiting assigned service sites.
We are seeking applications from experienced HR professionals who are passionate about patient care; strive for excellence whilst continuously seeking opportunities for improvement.
Interview date: Week commencing 6th January 2025
Main duties of the job
As a key member of the Divisional team, you will work in partnership with the Division and People Partners to deliver service/divisional workforce plan.The Associate People Partner will be part of the People Relations team and will be responsible for providing a high quality, comprehensive, customer focused and service to managers and staff within the Trust.
The postholder will work with the People Partner, Divisional Head of People and the broader People and Culture team in supporting the implementation of the Trust's Workforce Strategy working with the wider HR team to address development issues for the workforce. Act as the employee relations lead to co-ordinate, manage and ensure delivery on specific agreed areas of work. Provideadvice and support to managers on dealing with people management issues through the various stages of the employee's life cycle informal/formal stages.
You must be proactive and customer focused with the ability to work autonomously and effectively to meet the needs of the service.
You will be experienced in supporting managers with complex and sensitive employee relations case, developing and monitoring recruitment and retention strategies and change management processes within a strategic HR Business Partner model.
In return, we will offer a supportive environment to develop your knowledge, skills and experience supported by a great People Partnering team, committed to making CNWL the best place to work.
About us
CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 7,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond. We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. We're proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.
We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.
We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles. See attached Staff Reward and Wellbeing Handbook detailing our benefits, discounts and wellbeing initiatives for staff.
Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others.
Job description
Job responsibilities
CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 7,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond.We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. Were proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.
We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles.
Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care forothers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Some elements of the role that the successful candidate will be involved in include:
- work with the HRBP, Divisional Head of HR and the broader HR team in supporting the implementation of the Trusts Workforce Strategy working with the wider HR team to address development issues for the workforce.
- act as the employee relations lead to co-ordinate, manage and ensure delivery on specific agreed areas of work.
- provide advice and support to managers on dealing with people management issues through the various stages of the employees life cycle informal/ formal stages.
- compile reports for the HRBP and Service Management Teams on HR activity and attend agreed service management meetings.
- coach and upskill managers to proactively manage staff within Trust policy.
- provide data to the HRBP and Service/ Clinical Managers on the management of formal processes to ensure they are being undertaken within the agreed timescales as set out in Trust policy.
- support the training and development of managers in the development of their people management skills, knowledge of Trust policies & procedures and HR best practice.
- support the organisational change agenda working collaboratively with key decision makers, senior managers and directors to inform and influence organisational development.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Job description
Job responsibilities
CNWL (Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust) has almost 7,000 staff providing integrated healthcare to a third of London's population, Milton Keynes and areas beyond.We involve service users, carers, the public, staff and partner organisations in the way that we are run.
Our catchment area spans diverse communities, with over 100 first languages spoken. It contains areas of great affluence as well as areas of much deprivation. We are committed to providing services that meet the needs of the people who use them, and we actively encourage involvement from local people who can help make a difference. Were proud of our diversity and we continue to undertake new initiatives to advance equality for LGBT+, BME and people with disabilities to promote good relations and understanding between our staff.We are recognised locally, nationally and internationally for providing high quality, innovative healthcare. We aim to employ only the best people, and our experts are frequently called upon to contribute to national health strategy and policy, and many models of our care have been adapted for use in other countries.
We offer a generous relocation package (subject to eligibility assessment) and flexible working options, including bank assignments for most roles.
Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care forothers.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Some elements of the role that the successful candidate will be involved in include:
- work with the HRBP, Divisional Head of HR and the broader HR team in supporting the implementation of the Trusts Workforce Strategy working with the wider HR team to address development issues for the workforce.
- act as the employee relations lead to co-ordinate, manage and ensure delivery on specific agreed areas of work.
- provide advice and support to managers on dealing with people management issues through the various stages of the employees life cycle informal/ formal stages.
- compile reports for the HRBP and Service Management Teams on HR activity and attend agreed service management meetings.
- coach and upskill managers to proactively manage staff within Trust policy.
- provide data to the HRBP and Service/ Clinical Managers on the management of formal processes to ensure they are being undertaken within the agreed timescales as set out in Trust policy.
- support the training and development of managers in the development of their people management skills, knowledge of Trust policies & procedures and HR best practice.
- support the organisational change agenda working collaboratively with key decision makers, senior managers and directors to inform and influence organisational development.
For further details / informal visits contact:
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CIPD qualified
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification on Human Resources
Experience
Essential
- Substantial HR experience, including relevant NHS or other healthcare environment
- Experience of managing employee relations issues in a unionised environment
- Experience of dealing with senior managers and staff
- Experience of working in a customer- focused service
- Experience of using word processing and database software packages
- Experience of participating in and advising on performance management investigations and hearings
- Experience of undertaking Job Evaluation in the NHS
- Experience of providing advice on employee relations and recruitment issues
Desirable
- Experience of maintaining an HR/Payroll system
- Experience of working as a business partner
- NHS Experience
- Experience of Workforce development action plans
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS terms & conditions, particularly Agenda for Change
- Good and up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and best HR practice
- Computer literate with standard keyboard skills
- An understanding of compliance and process re-engineering
Desirable
- Knowledge of ESR
- Job Design/Evaluation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability/willingness to learn new skills
- Negotiation skills
- Understanding, Knowledge and commitment of Trust values
- Understanding and knowledge of equal opportunities
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and accept responsibility
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal demonstrating tact/sensitivity and understanding
- Able to deal with complex and sensitive situations and information
- Able to effectively communicate with and influence all levels of the multi-disciplinary team and build effective working relationships with managers and staff
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Effective Negotiating and Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work flexibly and make a positive contribution to team working
- Excellent organisational, time and administration skills - prioritising, meeting deadlines and setting standards
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintain a high quality of work.
- Good Analytical skills and ability to interpret data/information from a variety of sources
- Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
- Ability to travel between Trust sites
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- CIPD qualified
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
- Educated to degree level or equivalent
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification on Human Resources
Experience
Essential
- Substantial HR experience, including relevant NHS or other healthcare environment
- Experience of managing employee relations issues in a unionised environment
- Experience of dealing with senior managers and staff
- Experience of working in a customer- focused service
- Experience of using word processing and database software packages
- Experience of participating in and advising on performance management investigations and hearings
- Experience of undertaking Job Evaluation in the NHS
- Experience of providing advice on employee relations and recruitment issues
Desirable
- Experience of maintaining an HR/Payroll system
- Experience of working as a business partner
- NHS Experience
- Experience of Workforce development action plans
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of NHS terms & conditions, particularly Agenda for Change
- Good and up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and best HR practice
- Computer literate with standard keyboard skills
- An understanding of compliance and process re-engineering
Desirable
- Knowledge of ESR
- Job Design/Evaluation
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability/willingness to learn new skills
- Negotiation skills
- Understanding, Knowledge and commitment of Trust values
- Understanding and knowledge of equal opportunities
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work on own initiative and accept responsibility
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal demonstrating tact/sensitivity and understanding
- Able to deal with complex and sensitive situations and information
- Able to effectively communicate with and influence all levels of the multi-disciplinary team and build effective working relationships with managers and staff
- Effective interpersonal skills
- Effective Negotiating and Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work flexibly and make a positive contribution to team working
- Excellent organisational, time and administration skills - prioritising, meeting deadlines and setting standards
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines whilst maintain a high quality of work.
- Good Analytical skills and ability to interpret data/information from a variety of sources
- Excellent verbal and written presentation skills
- Ability to travel between Trust sites
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
