About this role
Job summary
Permanent | Part Time 35 Hours | Interview Date - Monday 7th September
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to join our People and OD Directorate. Working closely with senior leaders across designated Care Groups and Directorates, you will provide strategic HR expertise and support to help deliver the Trust's vision of outstanding patient care, being a brilliant place to work, and a leader in child health.
As a trusted advisor, you will support the development and delivery of workforce strategies that align with Trust objectives and the People Plan. You will play a key role in driving colleague wellbeing, engagement, inclusion, and organisational performance, ensuring our people agenda supports the delivery of high-quality services.
Working collaboratively with the Resourcing Team and wider People and OD Directorate, you will contribute to the development of workforce solutions that meet both current and future service needs.
Main duties of the job
Reporting into the Head of People Business Partnering, some of your responsibilities will include:
Lead HR Business Partner support for designated Care Groups and Directorates. Provide strategic HR advice to leaders and managers, supporting the delivery of the Trust's People Plan. Develop workforce strategies to improve engagement, wellbeing, inclusion, recruitment, and retention. Monitor and report on workforce performance indicators and people objectives. Act as a key member of the Care Group leadership team, contributing to wider operational and strategic discussions. Analyse workforce data and support managers to implement effective workforce solutions.
About us
At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.
We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.
We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.
Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.
As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.
We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.
Job description Job responsibilities
For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.
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Diversity Statement
At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.
Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Specialist HR knowledge and experience, at Masters level or equivalent level of experience CIPD qualification and membership
Desirable
Chartered MCIPD or equivalent CIPD advanced diploma (Level 7) with commitment to upgrade within 12 weeks
Experience Essential
Significant and varied experience in People and OD activity, working with managers to deliver high quality HR services with proven successful outputs Experience of contributing to workforce planning, setting project vision, objectives, monitoring and reporting progress Significant experience working in large/complex unionised organisations at senior level (NHS or equivalent)
Desirable
Experience of working in the NHS Experience of workforce analysis and benchmarking
Skills Essential
Strategic planning and delivery, including development of strategic HR plans which impact across an organisation Must be able to make an impact at all levels within the organisation to motivate and enthuse others of the need for change Expert knowledge of key current issues in human resources, across local, regional and national networks and the ability to apply this knowledge to the Trust's people strategy
Desirable
A skilled facilitator Strong coaching skills
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Employer details Employer name Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Address Napier Street
100 Napier Street
Sheffield
S11 8HD
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)