About this role
Job summary You will bring strategic thinking, strong employee relations experience and practical HR expertise as well as a values-led approach
Main duties of the job You will bring strategic thinking, strong employee relations experience and practical HR expertise as well as a values-led approach
About us
St Christophers, in our experience, is an extraordinary place to work.
Our aim at St Christophers is to deliver care and support that is of the highest quality to our patients, their families and carers and anyone else who looks to us for help. We know that people working across our organisation will only be able to provide this if they in turn, feel supported in their endeavours.
Job description Job responsibilities
People Business Partner
Department: People Directorate
Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Working Pattern: Hybrid working
Reporting to: Head of People & Organisational Development
Location: Sydenham
Salary: £65,854 per annum
Help shape a positive, inclusive and high-performing people experience at St Christopher’s.
We are looking for an experienced People Business Partner to join our People Directorate. This is a key role for someone who can help leaders create a great experience for our staff and volunteers, so they can deliver outstanding care for patients, families and communities.
You will bring strategic thinking, strong employee relations experience and practical HR expertise as well as a values-led approach.
About the role
As the People Business Partner, you will act as a trusted partner working closely with senior managers offering specialist guidance and coaching managers to drive changes across the organisation.
You will lead on employee relations matters, support workforce planning, organisational restructures, policy development, performance management.
The role will also be our Freedom to Speak Up Lead and will contribute to projects to improve our culture and people experience.
About you
You will be an experienced HR professional with a strong ER and business partnering background, confident advising senior managers and handling complex employee relations, organisational change, policy development.
MCIPD qualified, or with equivalent experience, you’ll use data insight and clear communication to influence decisions and build trusted relationships across the organisation.
You will be approachable, collaborative and values-driven, with empathy, sound judgement and a practical, solutions-focused mindset.
Why join St Christopher’s
At St Christopher’s, our people make it possible for us to deliver high-quality care and support to patients, families and communities. This is an opportunity to make a genuine organisational impact by helping to create the conditions in which staff and volunteers can thrive.
We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity, positive challenge and different perspectives. Our values are Collaborative, Empowering, Expert, Inclusive and Innovative, and we welcome applications from people who share our commitment to making a difference.
How to apply
If you are an experienced HR professional who is passionate about people, culture and organisational improvement, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Please have a look at our website for further information on all aspects of St Christopher’s at www.stchristophers.org.uk and to apply for this position, please click the ‘Apply Online’ button below.
St Christopher’s is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and identities and actively encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups. Reasonable adjustments are available at any stage of the recruitment process.
Closing Date: Wednesday 8th July
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
ESSENTIAL: MCIPD qualification (or equivalent experience) and evidence of continued professional development relating to HR best practice and employment law.
Desirable
DESIREABLE: N/A
Experience Essential
ESSENTIAL: Significant experience of managing, and supporting managers with, complex employee relations cases.
Desirable
DESIRABLE: Line management experience within human resources, including management of HR professionals
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name St Christopher’s Hospice
Address St Christopher's - Sydenham
51-59 Lawrie Park Road
Sydenham
London
SE26 6DZ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stchristophers.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)