About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a People Resource Manager to join our Recruitment team at Rotherham, Doncaster and South Humber Trust based at Tickhill Road Hospital.
Our Recruitment team is fully centralised and provides an efficient, comprehensive and timely recruitment service to all areas and services across the RDaSH footprint.
The People Resource Manager will ensure the Trust is provided with a first class recruitment service which is responsive to both current and future service needs meeting NHS Employer standards.
They will lead and develop the resourcing function at RDASH, providing specialist recruitment advice and guidance to managers and establish a healthcare workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve with a strong emphasis on widening access to employment.
Main duties of the job
The successful applicant will:
Lead on resourcing and recruitment for the Trust providing a specialist consultancy service to managers, actively developing and promoting best practice and delivering resourcing initiatives in response to operational and corporate needs Lead initiatives to widen access to employment opportunities, ensuring inclusive recruitment practices that attract and support candidates from diverse backgrounds Create and develop resourcing and recruitment initiatives to attract high calibre staff at all levels of the Trust ensuring talent is utilised to support strategic and operational objectives Work with managers to identify internal 'talent' pools and opportunities for career development Proactively develop working relationships and work collaboratively with community partners in supporting the local community to find employment, promoting RDaSH as an employer of choice Work collaboratively with the Human Resources Team to ensure staff who are affected by transformational change are provided with redeployment opportunities and support packages Work with the Cultural Improvement Team to ensure that Trust values are embedded within all recruitment practices and interview panels have appropriate representation Understand and promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring these are integral to the work being undertaken by the team Provide advice and guidance around pre employment checks including UKVI regulations in relation to visas and sponsorship
About us
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are dedicated to the development of our our people and hold a learning half day every month for our colleagues.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/about-us/getting-involved/work-with-us/
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4Q
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/publications/tchandbook
Job description Job responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Educated to HR degree level or equivalent plus training and/or experience in recruitment practice to postgraduate level Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
CIPD qualified/accredited QSIR or equivalent project management qualification
Experience Essential
Experience of designing and delivering recruitment processes including assessment centres/attraction campaigns Experience of designing and delivering training programmes and presentations Management experience Experience of working collaboratively with external networks Experience of working with senior manager including Director level Proven success in instigating and facilitating change in culture, behaviour, thinking and processes Experience of leading projects
Desirable
Experience of using electronic recruitment systems [e.g. NHS Jobs/Trac] Experience of using the UKVI sponsorship management system
Knowledge Essential
Breadth of knowledge of operational recruitment or resourcing and areas of best practice and awareness of their contribution to organisational success Knowledge of continuous improvement and its contribution to the delivery of strategic roles Current and broad knowledge of the NHS operating context Knowledge of employment legislation and NHS employment check standards Understanding of UKVI regulations and compliance requirements for Right to Work in the UK
Desirable
Knowledge of appropriate Trust policies
Skills Essential
Confident in negotiating at a senior level on difficult or contentious issues Highly developed problem-solving skills supporting swift progress Ability to identify and assess risk anticipating potential difficulties and developing plans to proactively resolve Ability to lead, support and motivate a team Exceptional relationship building skills and ability to gain credibility in professional relationships Ability to work collaboratively with other teams and external partners effectively Highly developed oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills to ensure effective relationship building supporting partnership working Good presentational skills with the ability to adapt communications for the targeted audience Ability to extract, interpret and analyse complex information and produce reports Ability to innovate and find solutions Ability to manage and deliver services Excellent organisation and planning skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities Developed project management skills Competent in the use of IT Able to exercise independent judgement in a professional and competent manner Demonstrates confidence, resilience and self-belief when under pressure Positive about change and committed to delivery of strategic vision Role model for openness and inclusion, actively promoting diversity Demonstrates personal integrity, commitment and openness Driven, self-motivated, autonomous worker, able to set clear direction for self and others Is acutely self-aware, including an awareness of impact on others
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHSFT
Address Tickhill Road Hospital Site
Weston Road
Doncaster
DN4 8QN
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)