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Are you an experienced People leader passionate about driving an organisation forward as an employer of choice? UK Youth is looking for an seasoned Assistant Director of People to co-lead our progressive People strategy and deliver operational excellence that enables our whole team at UK Youth to thrive.

Purpose of the Role

The Interim Assistant Director of People will lead the transformation of the People function and support the COO in overseeing HR operations across the People life cycle. Ensuring compliance with employment laws, strengthening performance and ensuring the delivery of efficient and impactful HR practices. This role will drive strategic and operational improvements, coordinate daily operations, collaborate with departments across the organisation to enhance the People experience, implement a clear action plan to address priorities, and optimise HR systems to enhance data-driven decision-making. Acting as a key advisor to senior leaders and the Board, the postholder will develop the People team while aligning the People function with our strategic goals.

About You

• Demonstrated success in a Head of People/People Experience, Assistant People Director or a Senior HR leadership role, balancing strategic oversight with operational delivery.

• Strong people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, developing and inspiring teams.

• Experience creating high-performing and leading teams through transformation and rebuilding trust.

• Proven expertise in HR systems optimisation, data management, and delivery of key people metrics and reports to support decision-making.

• A track record of advising SLTs and Boards on HR strategy, organisational development, and people priorities.

• CIPD qualification or equivalent HR expertise.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the current streamlined People plan and create objectives that align with organisational priorities and goals.

• Act as a trusted advisor to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board, providing high-level HR insights and solutions.

• Co-lead the development of the 2025/26 People Plan in partnership with the COO and Senior leadership.

• Lead, coach, and develop the People team (3 members), fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and high performance.

• Ensure clarity of roles, professional growth opportunities, and effective team dynamics.

• Overhaul the Moorepay Natural HR (NHR) system to create workflows, streamline people processes, improve data accuracy, and reporting capabilities.

• Establish key People metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and enhance organisational effectiveness.

• Redesign core HR processes and policies to ensure compliance, user-friendliness, and consistency.

• Address capability gaps in the People team and embed a proactive, service-oriented approach.

• Support managers in resolving complex employee relations issues, building their capabilities in handling HR matters effectively.

• Collaborate with SLT to enhance organisational culture and embed UK Youth’s values into day-to-day operations.

• Lead change management and transformation initiatives to improve employee engagement, retention and job satisfaction.

• Develop and deliver learning and development programmes across the organisation that focus on enhancing soft, technical and leadership skills.

• Develop internal communication frameworks and staff recognition programmes to foster alignment and motivation.

• Champion the organisation’s EDI agenda, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and meaningful progress.

• Use data and evidence to implement impactful EDI initiatives, fostering inclusivity at all levels.

Who we are

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that the youth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes.

UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to mass inequality of access to youth services for young people. To find more about us and how we make an impact, please visit UK Youth Website.

Why work at UK Youth? 

UK Youth is a leading charity that exists to ensure all young people are equipped to thrive and empowered to contribute at every stage of their lives. We work with others to ensure that theyouth sector is strengthened, supported, and that provision is youth-led, evidence-informed and delivers high-quality outcomes. UK Youth plays a unique role in addressing; the lack of investment in the youth sector, the lack of cross-sector understanding in how youth work makes a difference and the limited opportunities to embed effective solutions. These factors lead to massinequality of access to youth services for young people.

What we can offer you

We offer a competitive range of benefits, good work/life balance, excellent learning and development opportunities and vibrant organisational culture:

• Flexible/Agile Working

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

• Funded training provided in; Safeguarding, GDPR, Information and Cyber Security & Equality & Diversity

• Other training available in support of your personal and professional development

• Pension scheme (currently UK Youth match employee contributions up to 5%)

• Membership of our life insurance scheme which would pay-out up to 4 times your salary

• Employee Assistance Programme to support employees both professionally and personally

• 20% discount off bookings at Avon Tyrrell, our New Forest Outdoor Centre, including camping, lodges and outdoor activities.

• IT equipment provided for the duration of contract

• CycleScheme and TechScheme

Ready to Make a Difference? 

If you’re a forward-thinking HR leader committed to social impact, we’d love to hear from you! 

UK Youth are offering an initial 6-month fixed term contract for this position, with the potential of extension/permanent contract.

How to apply

If you would like to be considered for this fantastic opportunity, please check out our website for more information and the job description. Please complete an application via our completely anonymised recruitment system (provided by Applied)

• Closing date for applications will be 11:59pm, Friday 3rd January 2025

• Interviews are due to take place Thursday 9th January 2025

• Successful candidates must be available to start w/c 13th January 2025

As this role involves working in a regulated environment with young people, any offer will be conditional to satisfactory background checks, which include criminal record check and employment reference.

Background: 

Amna means safe in Arabic - representing the core of our work - supporting communities and frontline workers to bring non-clinical mental health support to every person affected by war, conflict and displacement. At Amna, our core values of respect, understanding, curiosity and connection guide everything we do. Our mission is to build community capacity for healing. Our vision is a world where refugees can determine their future unbounded by the impacts of conflict and displacement. 

We partner with local organisations and institutions working with displaced communities to set up psychosocial healing services in which individuals and groups can discover and connect to practices that promote their healing and wellbeing. We invest in and train people within these organisations to provide this support, and we help partners build psychosocial interventions in collaboration with refugee communities – all with a values-based, trauma-sensitive and identity-informed approach.

Our partnerships are not limited. We connect partners through our global healing network of peer organisations to exchange learnings and enhance their practices as the network strives to support forcibly displaced communities around the world. 

Safeguarding: 

The role-holder will have experience working according to ethical and good practice safeguarding principles. They will be expected to adhere to and promote Amna’s Safeguarding Policies as they will be involved and responsible for programmes working with children and vulnerable groups in different settings. 

How Will you Make a Difference?  

As an Operations Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the effective functioning of our organization. This position encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, including human resources, recruitment, HR administration, office management and providing general support to the Operations team. The Operations Officer will work closely with team members to ensure the smooth execution of daily operations and contribute to the overall success of the organization. 

Responsibilities include: 

Human Resources:  

• Assist the People and Culture Manager in implementing HR policies, procedures, and initiatives, including performance management, staff wellbeing, and employee engagement.
• Handle HR-related inquiries and administrative tasks such as maintaining employee records, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws. 
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding candidates. Collaborate with hiring managers and People & Culture Manager to identify staffing needs, develop job descriptions, and engage with external recruitment agencies. 
• Coordinate staff training, professional development programs, and workshops to enhance employee skills and growth. 
• Support onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring smooth transitions in collaboration with the People and Culture Manager and the Employer of Record. 
• Work closely with the Employer of Record to ensure accurate processing of contracts, payroll, and adherence to local labor laws. Prepare and update HR-related documentation, such as contracts, offer letters, and policy manuals. 

Admin and Logistics: 

• Act as the primary point of contact for the coworking space management team.
• Implement and improve administrative processes for increased efficiency. 
• Arrange and manage staff travel, including flights, accommodations, and transportation, ensuring compliance with organisational policies, budgets, and safety protocols.
• Monitor travel expenses and coordinate reimbursements with the Finance team. 
• Provide pre-travel briefings in collaboration with the Head of Operations and ensure compliance with safety protocols. 
• Provide administrative and logistical support to the Operations team. 
• Handle general inquiries and requests to facilitate smooth operations. 
• Support the Head of Operations with IT needs, maintain knowledge management systems, and ensure effective workflows and internal communication platforms are up-to-date. 
• Manage office assets, including inventory tracking and maintenance. 
• Other ad hoc responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications and Experience:  

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.  
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.  
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations.  
• IT literate with a good working knowledge of Microsoft office.    
• Ability to work quickly, methodically, accurately, independently and to use initiative to problem solve proactively.   
• Methodical and organised with high attention to detail and accuracy.   
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines.   
• Ability to work with tact, diplomacy and complete confidentiality.   
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, including ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders.  

Desirable: 

• Experience at an international NGO and/, budgeting and reporting. 
• Previous experience with logistics coordination will be preferred. 
• Background of working in a diverse cultural setting. 

Skills and Behaviors:   

• Flexible approach and ability to adapt to change in a growing organization.  
• Culturally sensitive and ability to adapt easily.  
• Able to work dynamically and respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected needs.   
• Able to take responsibility for assigned tasks and to respect processes and confidentiality.    
• Capacity to solve problems, to transfer knowledge and to develop new skills.   
• Enthusiastic with a desire to learn and develop.  
• Excellent team working skills.  

Work Location and Environment  

This role is open to applicants in London, UK.  Amna offers a hybrid working environment to its employees allowing for a blend of remote and in-person work.  

Please note that the nature of working environment and hybrid schedule may be adjusted as per the organisation’s evolving needs.  

Remuneration Package  

Remuneration: 32,000 GBP per annum.

At Amna we are committed to attracting and retaining top talent by offering competitive compensation and benefit packages. We believe in rewarding talent and expertise at a level that corresponds with the local market conditions, ensuring that all our team members are fairly compensated for their skills and contributions.   

In compliance with international standards, Amna utilizes a global payroll provider to ensure seamless and efficient compensation processes for our diverse team. 

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion  

Amna is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.   

As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disabilities status.   

Applications are strongly encouraged from people with personal or family lived experience as refugees and displacement. 

Recruitment timeline: 

Written task: week of January 13th. 

Interviews: week of January 20th. 

Only Shortlisted candidates will be contacted.  

We are recruiting for a charity based in South London, to help recruit to a new role as People Partner on a permanent basis.

Reporting into the Director of People, this role will lead on the people and culture function across the charity to support the implementation and delivery of an exceptional people and culture function across the organisation. The new CEO is firmly committed to people and culture as a key pillar for the organisation.

This is a unique opportunity to work alongside a forward thinking, influential HR Director to develop and implement people and culture strategies, gain invaluable exposure in strategic and leadership skills in HR and work alongside in a passionate and inspiring charity..

You will be a real self-starter, able to coach and support managers, with an eye for detail and a proactive approach to managing change.

Hybrid working is available with 2 days in the office minimum required.

As the People Systems Implementation Manager, you will lead the implementation project to replace our current people-related systems, including our ATS, LMS, and core HRIS. Working on a fixed term contract from Feb/March 2025 until December 2026, you will collaborate closely with a broader project team, including IT colleagues and subject matter experts, to ensure the new systems align with our policies and deliver a positive user experience.

St Mungo’s is embarking on an exciting transformational project to review and enhance our systems across the organisation. This project aims to improve our support for colleagues, enabling them to deliver the best possible service to our clients experiencing homelessness and to help end rough sleeping for good.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of new HR systems, ensuring alignment with policies and efficient processes.
• Collaborate with IT colleagues and subject matter experts to deliver a positive user experience.
• Support continuous improvement in People processes and systems, including testing and integration.
• Work collaboratively with the Project Manager and Subject Matter Experts to create governance papers and communication materials
• Set up and manage the People Systems reporting suite.
• Deliver training for People Systems to colleagues and end-users.
• Keep stakeholders informed and involved throughout the project.
• Monitor and optimise the performance of the new HR system post-implementation.

About You 

You will have experience working as part of a People team, with experience in leading the successful planning and implementing of new systems and modernising practices to enhance HR and People services within a complex organisation. You will have the ability to quickly build positive relationships and work collaboratively to achieve shared objectives. Strong communication and influencing skills are essential, enabling you to build relationships with a variety of people across the organisation. Additionally, you will have:

• Experience of using People systems and processes, with a track record of continuous improvements.
• Strong project management skills and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Ability to evaluate and improve service delivery by implementing change.
• Experience of managing large data sets and creating reports.
• Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills.

In this role you will be required to work flexibly for at least 2 days per week from our Central Office in Tower Hill, London. This allows for training, in person collaboration, team building, line management and other relationship building opportunities. We support a flexible approach to work with opportunities for agile working for the rest of your week; from home, or other St Mungo’s London or regional locations. 

How to apply 

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Closing date:  Wed 8 January 2025

Interviews: Thurs 16 or Fri 17 January 2025

St Mungo's are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from all under-represented groups.

I am currently recruiting an experiences Recruitment and People & Culture Operations Manager for a renowned business-focused membership organisation, on an initial 6-month fixed term salaried contract (although there is a possibility that this may be extended further down the line or possibly become a permanent position). The role will pay £50,000 to £60,000 per year (FTE) depending upon experience and will require travel into the City of London office a minimum of 2 days per week as part of hybrid working. This role is preferred on a full time (5 day per week basis) but there may be consideration to work on a 4-day per week basis.

In this newly created position, you will report to the Chief People Officer, and your role will consist of about 60% talent acquisition / recruitment-focus and 40% HR operations work. At an interesting time for the organisation, who have recently launched a new strategy and restructured, your role will involve recruiting to the roles that will bolster their new strategy and support them in rebuilding.

The ideal candidate will have solid experience across both Talent Acquisition and HR Operations. Working with the Director of People and Culture, the People and Culture Manager and People and Culture Administrator, you will lead on an be responsible for: -

- primarily focusing on sourcing, screening and onboarding top talent

- ensure the core HR processes are streamlined and compliant

- confidently partner with hiring managers at all levels to understand staffing needs , develop effective recruitment approaches to attract high quality candidates

- have a continuous improvement mindset with strong attention to detail and excellent process management skills

- lead internal and external recruitment operations end-to-end

- lead HR operations processes including supporting the P&C Administrator with payroll covering issues such as parental, annual leave and sickness

- ensuring the integrity of employee data including on the HR system and using this to compile and prepare regular reports and metrics

If you are an experienced Talent Acquisition and HR Operations specialist and you are available within a 1-month notice period for a start early in the New Year, please apply now by submitting you up to date CV.

We are looking for a People Coordinator to join the National Theatre People Team.

As our People Coordinator you will be the first point of contact for People related queries maintaining a positive, proactive, and outward-facing operational service in a fast-paced environment.

Delivering excellent day to day administration for the full employee lifecycle including payroll and recruitment this role undertakes a broad range of administrative activities working in close collaboration with colleagues across the National Theatre.

Contributing and supporting process improvement this role works alongside other People Coordinators to deliver an exceptional People service.

The successful candidate will have the following: 

• Experience of working in a busy administrative environment.

• An understanding of HR/People administrative processes and practices.

• Experience of working effectively under pressure with an ability to maintain meticulous attention to detail.

• Experience of using an HR system to support tasks and working within defined processes.

• Excellent time management skills with experience of organising and delivering multiple tasks to completion successfully.

• Experience of communicating confidently in a clear and professional way with colleagues across an organisation; in person, remotely and in writing.

If that sounds like you, this may be the role for you!

Working with us will give you...

• Complimentary staff tickets for shows and backstage tours, subject to availability and policy

• 25 days annual leave increasing up to 32 with length of service (plus bank holidays)

• Training and Development Programme via e-learning platform, and specialist in-person training relating to role

• Hybrid and flexible working, subject to agreement and policy

• Access to interest-free season ticket loan and cycle scheme partnership

• Generous sick pay

• Family-friendly employer – we are a member of Parents and Carers in the Performing Arts (PiPA)

• Pension schemes with Legal & General and NEST

• Sabbatical option, subject to agreement and policy

• On-site staff canteen and social facilities

• On-site Occupational Health support

• In-House Mental Health and Wellbeing Advisors providing workplace counselling and support

• Wellbeing programme of events including mental health awareness, financial wellbeing, skills sharing and opportunities to get active

• Exclusive staff talks to hear more about NT productions, past and present, from some of the world’s leading practitioners

• Discounted access to NT at Home

• Volunteer Leave – paid day a year to volunteer for your chosen charity

• Discounts in the NT’s bars, cafes, restaurants, and bookshop, as well as in local businesses (from Wagamama to gyms, on and around the South Bank)

• Access to retailer discounted gift cards and a cash-back-on-spending card

Please note 

The closing date for the receipt of a completed application is Friday 17th January 2025 at 12 noon.

Unfortunately, we are unable to progress an application for this role if you do not currently have (or would be able to obtain) an ongoing right to work in the UK. We cannot sponsor candidates under a work visa for this role because the role is ineligible for sponsorship under the UK government’s requirements for the Skilled Worker visa route. 

We support and encourage people from a variety of backgrounds, experiences and skill sets to join us and help shape what we do. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for our vacancies.

People Department 2024

Do you have experience of providing proactive, professional support in Recruitment and HR? Are you looking to take the next step in your career? If so, this could be just the role for you...

We are looking for a full time People Services Coordinator to join our friendly and busy team, providing a range of Recruitment and HR services across Tearfund.

You will be working as part of the People Services team to provide support to our HR Business Partners. You will be involved in arranging recruitment processes from advertising to offer, as well as HR administration over the employee lifecycle. You will also play a key role in providing advice and training to managers and HR staff globally on the recruitment process, and take ownership of the day-to-day usage of Tearfund's recruitment system. 

Some previous experience of recruitment/HR is required. You will be an excellent administrator who enjoys working collaboratively, and is able to communicate well with candidates and staff at all levels of the organisation. You should be organised and able to prioritise your own work. The role requires high levels of accuracy, and you will be comfortable producing reports and data, and facilitating training. 

This role will primarily support recruitment for our UK-based teams, so knowledge of UK recruitment and excellent written and verbal communication in English is required.

You will be working for a values-driven, global organisation and be a member of a team which contributes to the provision of a high quality HR service to the organisation.The People Team seeks to enable each staff member to thrive and contribute to Tearfund's vision.

We particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities and those from Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds (in our UK workforce) as these groups are currently under-represented at Tearfund.

Applicants must be committed to Tearfund's Christian beliefs.

The recruitment process will include specific checks related to safeguarding issues. In addition, personal identification information will be submitted against a Watchlist database to check against criminal convictions as a counter-terror measure.

About Us

The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve.

We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve.

As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris.

To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the page.

Main Areas of Responsibility

This is a brand-new position which will play a pivotal role in helping to transform our learning and development initiatives to a centralised model as well as streamlining our onboarding, induction and wider retention initiatives for staff across the Federation.

As the central Learning & Development Manager, you will oversee a centralised L&D offering which supports all job types and staff groups in the Federation and ensure high quality training is delivered to develop our staff. You will oversee the creation and curating of learning content and opportunities helping our staff to identify opportunities for development and progression.

The role will involve supporting the Head of Talent Acquisition in delivering a cohesive approach to staff training and a longer-term strategy for learning and development which is aligned with our Federation goals. You will successfully implement our learning and education programmes, ensuring Harris Federation has a competent and well-trained workforce capable of delivering our operational, statutory, and professional performance targets.

Qualifications & Experience

We would like to hear from you if you have:

• CIPD qualification or Learning & Development or HR related degree.
• Previous experience in a learning and development or HR management 
• Experience in a L&D area: e-learning development, coaching, leadership development or related fields
• Experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating learning and development programs
• Experience assisting in course development, design, delivery and facilitation, including blended learning approaches.
• Experience of analysing and presenting data
• Experience of working with a learning management system

For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack.

Professional Development & Benefits

If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation.

Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date.

When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. 

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This is an exciting opportunity to work with Darbar Arts Culture and Heritage Trust, one of the UK’s most dynamic and cutting-edge Indian arts organisations.  Established as a charity nineteen years ago, we have helped shape the landscape of South Asian classical arts in the UK.

We believe in the power of Indian classical music to stir, thrill and inspire global audiences. Our work to widen access to this genre is focused on producing innovative live events, digital content for streaming, social media and television and music education in schools and online.

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Head of People to join our Leadership Team. In this role, you will be responsible for shaping and leading our people function, ensuring that our people strategy aligns with our mission and values. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in a dynamic, creative, and growing organisation.

Primary Job Purpose

To lead on all aspects of HR within the organisation, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management and organisational development. You will be responsible for creating and implementing strategies that enhance employee engagement, diversity and wellbeing, while ensuring legal compliance and fostering a positive workplace culture.

Key Areas of Responsibility

To serve as a member of the Leadership Team, contributing to Darbar’s vision and organisational strategy, advising on issues directly affecting people and shaping culture.

Develop and implement talent management strategies on all aspects of the employee lifecycle to from attracting top talent, onboarding, driving performance, employee development and engagement as well as retention. 

Design and implement operating models that enable efficacy – establishing and maintaining systems for measuring performance and ensuring employees are held accountable for their work and cultivating a positive employee experience.

Implementing strategies to embed Darbar’s culture and values – together with the Leadership Team.

Duties and responsibilities

1. To serve as a member of the Leadership Team, contributing to Darbar’s vision and organisational strategy, advising on issues directly affecting people and shaping culture.

· Advising and supporting senior leadership on all people and culture matters, including employment law, best practice and organisational development

· Partnering with the Leadership Team to ensure human resources initiatives align with organisational objectives

· Monitoring and regular reporting on key metrics, including employee turnover, engagement and performance to inform Leadership Team decision making

· Ensuring effective communication between leadership and staff

· Ensuring legal compliance including employment law, health and safety and GDPR

2. Develop and implement talent management strategies on all aspects of the employee lifecycle to from attracting top talent, onboarding, driving performance, employee development and engagement as well as retention.

· Developing and implementing a people strategy

· Developing and implementing HR policies in line with sector good practice and to align with Darbar’s values; socialising these amongst staff and providing training where necessary

· Consistently recruiting top talent and maintaining an effective onboarding system

· Leading on employee relations, ensuring that staff are supported and engaged

· Coaching employees at all levels, building trust and rapport to provide support in areas such as leadership development, line management and effective employee relations

· Conducting regular salary and performance reviews

3. Design and implement operating models that enable efficacy – establishing and maintaining systems for measuring performance and ensuring employees are held accountable for their work.

· Cultivating a positive employee experience, ensuring an enabling environment for employees to succeed in their roles

· Leading on disciplinary and grievance procedures when necessary.

· Handling workplace investigations when necessary.

· Resolving conflicts through positive, professional mediation

4. Implementing strategies to embed Darbar’s culture and values – together with the Leadership Team.

· Championing equity, diversity and inclusion

· Being the staff lead for Darbar on safeguarding

· Driving a learning culture that embraces vertical and horizontal feedback

 

About The Role
Contract: 2 x Fixed-Term for 12 Months

We are looking for 2 People Advisors to join our Society!
As a key member of our People Partnering team, reporting to the ER & Change Lead, you will play an important role in the delivery of the Society’s People experience. Your expertise will help enable an inclusive and high performance culture by supporting the resolution of all employee relation matters.
You’ll bring your knowledge of employment law and HR expertise to provide the necessary support and guidance to our managers to navigate challenges and achieve success. With your analytical skills you’ll use data and insights to identify trends and root cause issues, as well as opportunities to mitigate risks and make improvements.
Building trusted partnerships with your aligned directorate across the Society, you’ll offer advice to your stakeholders on a wide range of people-related matters, including organisational change programmes and TUPE transfers. You’ll also play an essential role in supporting change leads and People Business Partners in ensuring that the Directorate objectives are met.
In this role, you will:

- Deliver a highly effective and people centred service to managers.
- Use data and insight to identify trends and root causes.
- Coach and develop people managers, building their knowledge and capability to mitigate employee relations risks and manage performance.
- Build trust-based relationships with managers across the Society, offering guidance as a critical friend when needed.
- Provide support and advice to employees in relation to terms and conditions, change programmes, Society policies and procedures and general employee relation related queries.
- Ensure roll out of people policy changes are understood and adopted by people managers across the Society.

About you
We’re looking for someone with strong experience of providing generalist advice to managers on all aspects of HR. You’ll use your coaching and influencing skills to foster excellent people practices. Your demonstrable knowledge of employment law and HR best practice will be a key element to your success in this role.
You’ll also have a good experience in supporting with change management and organisational design, including handling TUPE transfers. Your ability to analyse and interpret data will be essential as you draw out insights and deliver concise reports and presentations to a variety of stakeholders.
At the Society we value proactive problem solvers who take initiative and thrive in a collaborative environment, so you’ll be a great team player, while also knowing when to ask for help and seek feedback.
Your agility and flexibility will be essential as you collaborate across different teams within the wider People Partnering function.
Additionally, you’ll also have:

- A CIPD qualification or relevant HR experience
- A proactive approach to work and problem solving
- Great listening skills 

About Alzheimer's Society
Dementia is the biggest health and social challenge of our time.

There are currently estimated to be 900,000 people in the UK with dementia. Many are undiagnosed and facing the realities of their condition alone.

At Alzheimer’s Society we’re working towards a world where dementia no longer devastates lives. We do this by giving help to those living with dementia today and providing hope for the future. We’re here for everyone living with dementia.
 
As a Society, we are made up of people with dementia, carers, trusted experts, campaigners, researchers and clinicians. We are the UK’s largest collective force of people with unparalleled knowledge and over 40 years of experience addressing the biggest challenges facing people living with dementia.

Our Values

We are Determined to make a difference when and where it matters most, by being passionate, focussed and making a lasting impact for people affected by dementia.

Every one of us is a Trusted expert, listening, learning and using evidence and experience. We are Better together by being open, combining our strengths, helping us to achieve more together. We are Compassionate, we are kind and honest, and we don’t shy away from challenges.

Through our values we will make the greatest difference for people affected by dementia.

Equal Opportunities

We want everyone we work with, as a colleague, volunteer, supporter, or someone we support, to feel included and that they belong at Alzheimer's Society.

We are committed to building a diverse organisation that represents the communities we serve and ensuring inclusion in everything we do. During your recruitment process we want to make sure that you bring your whole self and be at your best.

Are you an experience Employee Relation Advisor with a passion for the education sector?

Do you have experience of change management?

Job title: Employee Relation Advisor

Duration: 3 months

Contract time: Interim

Location: A short walk from Canary Wharf station

Hours: 35 hours, 3 days home, 2 days in the office

Pay - £25 - £28 an hour + holiday pay

In this exciting role, you will play a pivotal role to see academic institution through a period of change. Working as part of wider HR team, you will lead on a variety of ER cases and change management.

Your day to day duties as Employee Relations Advisor will include;

• Overseeing a variety of Employee Relations cases such as grievances, sickness and performance issues
• Leading on change management including restructures and redundancies
• Building effective relationships with managers and external stakeholders to properly understand their needs
• Lead on conduct meetings and effectively managing the relevant paper work
• Effectively advise and communicate managers with policies and procedures, coaching and mentoring where necessary to resolve and settle disputes

The skills you will bring to the role of Employee Relations Advisor will include;

• Prior experience in managing a variety of Employee Relation cases including, disciplinaries, grievances, sickness, performance issues etc
• Experience of working in large organisations and managing a high volumes of stakeholders
• Experience of working with unions

This is a busy and dynamic role and ideally we are looking for someone to start before the Christmas breaks.

If you are interested in applying for the position of Employee Relations Advisor through TPP Recruitment by sending your CV to

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.

About Us

My Black Dog is an online peer to peer charity that supports people who are struggling with their mental health. We are committed to making a positive impact on mental health in the UK as we tackle an epidemic that millions of people in the UK face. As we continue to grow and expand our reach, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Community and People Manager with a background in HR, administration and people supervision and support.

Position Overview

As a people professional, you will develop initiatives across the charity’s volunteer base to ensure a positive and educational programme for volunteer development. You will provide organised and effective onboarding and training processes to engage and retain volunteers, and volunteer leaders and mentors, ensuring they thrive at My Black Dog. You will organise initiatives and volunteer events that foster positive volunteer engagement nationwide. All Volunteers at My Black Dog have lived experience of mental health challenges. Ensuring the wellbeing of volunteers as they deliver our web-chat service to Guests, is an important part of this role. You will work with volunteers on both a collective and individual basis to ensure they feel supported.

 Who are we looking for? 

We are seeking a motivated, experienced and enthusiastic individual who is looking to develop their HR career. You will be a people person, committed to delivering excellent customer service for our guests and be able to work and communicate well with different individuals and internal teams.

You will work collaboratively with the CEO and COO to ensure an excellent, nurturing environment for volunteers and assisting the SMT with general administrative duties.

Responsibilities:

• To be primary contact for all volunteers, providing support and assistance, dealing with all enquiries from start to successful completion, escalating when necessary.
• To manage the process of volunteer recruitment using the charity’s database to manage the volunteer pipeline, from application, to selection and training and retention.
• Develop My Black Dog’s understanding of trauma-informed practice through briefings, training & support to volunteers
• To support volunteer leaders and mentors with training, guidance and structure for their roles through meetings, feedback and group sessions. 
• To implement a high-quality volunteer training programme for regular volunteer roles, including: organisation of a training schedule, facilitation of training and reviewing training processes and facilitation
• To deliver guidance and training to support volunteers
• To manage volunteer and guest enquiries and feedback.
• Ensure volunteers have access to adequate support services and resources during their volunteering.
• Drop into shifts to remain present and interact with volunteers.
• Provide debriefing for all volunteers outside of their shift hours.
• Facilitating regular feedback from volunteers

Administration:

• To support CEO and COO with administration both in relation to the management of volunteers within the organisation and for the Charity’s general administration
• Manage all volunteer paperwork and records
• Arrange staff and volunteer DBS checks
• Arrange meetings and co-ordinate diaries for the Senior Management Team
• Manage all correspondence to volunteers

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven HR knowledge and expertise
• An understanding of, and positive attitude towards, mental and physical health; community and social inclusion; and a strength and assets-based approach to engaging participants
• Confident communication with people at all levels, with a style that is clear, engaging, supportive and collaborative whilst at times of challenge can hold your own.

Required experience

• 3+ years’ experience in a HR role
• Experience in providing psychological safety in a work culture 

Preferred experience

• CIPD qualified

Skills

• Experience in applying a pragmatic approach to providing HR risk-based solutions to difficult issues that arise within challenging situations
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Emotional resilience when dealing with challenging issues

 

One-year contract (maternity cover)

Full-time, 35 hours per week

A world class drama school and educational charity, LAMDA – the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art – delivers exceptional vocational training in the performing arts. LAMDA’s core aim is to train and develop the best artists regardless of social or financial background. The Academy is at an exciting time in its evolution, paving the way for drama school training in the 21st century and developing multi-skilled creative artists and technicians. In order to ensure that its work is accessible to all, LAMDA is passionately committed to widening participation and operates a robust scholarship scheme, awarding significant support to one in five full-time students each year.

The Role

We are currently looking for an outgoing, enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to develop and manage LAMDA’s access and widening participation programme.

The ideal candidate will be able to build strong relationships with schools and youth communities within the west London area. Working with the Head of Academic Affairs and Research, they will lead and deliver LAMDA’s AWP programme. With proven experience in engaging with young people particularly in an access, outreach, or education role, they will have strong communication skills.

Application Process

For a full job description, please visit our website.

We want you to have the opportunity to really tell us about yourself and explain to us why this opportunity is right for you. All applications will be judged on content, not on format.

To apply, please complete:

• Application form together with the Equality and Diversity monitoring form
• All applications should address the following questions:

1. Tell us a little about yourself and why this position interests you
2. Tell us what experience you have had that means you meet the person specification outlined in the job description, include practical examples

To be considered for this role, please send the above information by email to the HR Department.

Closing date: 5.00pm on Friday 3rd January 2025.

Interviews will be held w/c 13th January 2025.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are essential values at LAMDA and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to have a diverse and inclusive workforce and value the benefits that a diverse workforce can bring to the Academy. We welcome applications from the Global majority, those with disabilities and from other under-represented groups.

Registered Charity No: 312821.

We're seeking TWO People Coordinator’s to join our team and make a significant impact on our organisation.

Asthma + Lung UK is the only charity in the UK fighting for everyone with a lung condition, aiming for a world where everyone can breathe with healthy lungs. We fund cutting-edge research, provide advice and support for the 12 million people who will get a lung condition during their lifetime. We also campaign for clean air and for better NHS diagnosis and treatment.

This role is key to the People function in helping the organisation in its fight for breath.  You will play a impactful role in helping to deliver a winning people experience through making sure the foundations of the People Team are strong. 

You will ensure our systems and administration are well managed and responsive to the needs of the organisation. You will be able to produce regular reporting from our systems to aid the People Team in enabling the organisation’s performance.  You will be involved in supporting recruitment and learning and development activities, HR related projects and the coordination of the team’s work.

As well as a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), membership of a health cash plan, employee assistance programme, cycle-to-work scheme, interest-free annual season Travelcard loan and pension scheme. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation committed to being the driving force behind the transformation of lung health.

Location:  Hybrid working between the Aldgate, London office and home

Salary:  £27,000 per annum pro-rata (at 21 hours per week £16,200 per annum)

Contract: Permanent and part-time

Closing date:  11.59pm on Thursday 02 January 2025

Interview Date/s: Wednesday 08 and Thursday 09 January 2025