Head of People
Salary: £90,000 £100,000 per annum
Location: Kent (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Permanent Full Time
Join Our Leadership Team
We are an established, values-driven and ambitious Ofsted-regulated children's residential care provider committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking an exceptional Head of People to join our Executive Leadership Team. Reporting directly to the Group CEO, this strategic leadership role will shape our people strategy, organisational culture and workforce development, ensuring we continue to attract, develop and retain exceptional talent.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR leader to influence organisational performance, lead transformational change and create a high-performing, values-led culture across a growing organisation.
Why Join Us?
The Role
As Head of People, you will lead the organisation's people strategy, ensuring our workforce is engaged, motivated and equipped to deliver exceptional care and support.
Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team, you will oversee all aspects of Human Resources, organisational development, employee relations, talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management and workforce planning.
You will provide strategic leadership while ensuring the organisation remains compliant with employment legislation, regulatory requirements and best practice.
Key Responsibilities
About You
You'll be an experienced senior HR leader with a proven track record of delivering strategic people initiatives within complex organisations.
You'll be confident influencing Executive Leaders, driving organisational change and creating high-performing, inclusive workplace cultures.
Experience within children's services, social care, healthcare or another regulated environment would be highly advantageous.
Qualifications
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background.
