Job summary
We are seeking a person who has experience as a leader in People & Culture (or HR) and looking to expand on these skills alongside delivering a multitude of exciting projects to become our next People & Culture Projects Manager,
The posts primary importance is in the innovative approach to the delivery of our People & Culture Services in line with our Trust Strategy.
A keen interest to identify, explore and deliver automation into our services is essential.
The post holder will be responsible in the creation and delivery of all new People & Culture service projects whilst supporting the People & Culture Service Desk Team Leader and Team with any complex People & Culture issues or queries.
Main duties of the job
As the People & Culture Systems Project Manager you will act as a People & Culture ''system expert'' for both the staff e-rostering system and ESR (payroll database system commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Care for the NHS). Possessing the ability to use the systems at a complex level, utilising the high-level understanding in the systems capability to ensure maximum usage and recognising future systems development and utilisation, benefitting the Trust and all system users.
You will deputise in the absence of the e-Roster or ESR Manager to oversee both day to day and the implementation of projects and delivery plans. You will also manage the People & Culture Service Desk, answering all first point of contact HR queries for both the Trust and 2gether Support Solutions.
You will analyse complex data, reports and interpret statistical (including financial) data and draw conclusions. You will possess the ability to think strategically, analysing complex issues whilst multi-tasking various projects in line with all deadlines.
About us
We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference'. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
Please note that if you require a Certificate of Sponsorship to work in the UK you must declare this on your application form, even if you currently have a certificate of sponsorship or a work permit for another role and are already working in the country.
Applications for this role should be written by the applicant. If artificial intelligence (AI) programmes are used then the application may be rejected due to this document being an important part of the assessment process. This does not prevent applicants seeking appropriate support with applications should they need to for the purposes of any declared disability.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please scroll down to access the full Job Description and Person Specification located in Documents to download.
If you have further queries please dont hesitate to contact the line manager using the contact details below.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A* - C GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English
Desirable
- Level 5 CIPD qualification (or working towards)
- PRINCE2 Qualified or working towards
- Project Manager Qualification or equivalent experience
Skills
Essential
- Using electronic systems that benefit the strategic direction of the organisation.
- Excellent customer service experience, evidence of working at all levels.
- Experience in complaint resolution
Desirable
- Understanding of Agenda for Change and Medical Terms and conditions.
- Confident in all MS Office programmes to deliver clear and concise reports and project trajectories.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of managing a team and managing staff outside of own remit
- Minimum of 2 years in a Management/ Team Leader role
- A minimum of 3 years in a HR role
- Excellent customer service experience, evidence of working at all levels
- Experience of working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Desirable
- Previous NHS Experience
- Familiar with NHS based systems e.g. ESR Self-Service
- Delivery of service transformation to automation
- Successful rollout of Medics Rostering project
- Project management and project completion
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to multi-task various projects whilst adhering to deadlines
- Ability to critically assess the quality and delivery of complex planning
- Able to analyse complex data, reports and interpret statistical (including financial) data and draw conclusions. Able to think strategically and to analyse complex issues
Desirable
- Strong presentational and inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, working on a wide-range of challenges simultaneously, to demanding timescales
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A* - C GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths & English
Desirable
- Level 5 CIPD qualification (or working towards)
- PRINCE2 Qualified or working towards
- Project Manager Qualification or equivalent experience
Skills
Essential
- Using electronic systems that benefit the strategic direction of the organisation.
- Excellent customer service experience, evidence of working at all levels.
- Experience in complaint resolution
Desirable
- Understanding of Agenda for Change and Medical Terms and conditions.
- Confident in all MS Office programmes to deliver clear and concise reports and project trajectories.
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of managing a team and managing staff outside of own remit
- Minimum of 2 years in a Management/ Team Leader role
- A minimum of 3 years in a HR role
- Excellent customer service experience, evidence of working at all levels
- Experience of working under pressure and to tight deadlines.
Desirable
- Previous NHS Experience
- Familiar with NHS based systems e.g. ESR Self-Service
- Delivery of service transformation to automation
- Successful rollout of Medics Rostering project
- Project management and project completion
Attributes
Essential
- Ability to multi-task various projects whilst adhering to deadlines
- Ability to critically assess the quality and delivery of complex planning
- Able to analyse complex data, reports and interpret statistical (including financial) data and draw conclusions. Able to think strategically and to analyse complex issues
Desirable
- Strong presentational and inter-personal skills with the ability to communicate at all levels, working on a wide-range of challenges simultaneously, to demanding timescales
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).
