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Are you an outstanding HR professional with a passion for delivering high quality care?
Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.
With us, you’ll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.
We need a HR Business Partner to join our team on a full time, 40hrs per week basis.
This is an autonomous role with the requirement to travel to services in line with business need. It is anticipated that the post holder will be on site at least 3 days per week.
At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.
You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts – as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits – to support you both in and out of work.
So if you care about making a difference – every day – we want to hear from you.
The Role:
You will cover a range of services within Scotland and the North East region of England.
You will report into the HRM for Social Care and will work closely with the operations teams in the regions in which you support to drive the people agenda.
The HRBP is the go-to person for employee-related issues. This means that duties will involve managing activities such as employee relations, change management, recruitment, retention, job design, performance management, training & development and talent management. You will also be expected to be involved with HR projects.
The job of the HRBP is important to business success. People are our most important asset and the role will support initiatives working towards a positive culture and productive workplace where everyone works to realise their personal best. Promoting corporate values is a vital aspect of a complete HRBP job description and specification.
Person Specification:
• Proven relevant HR generalist experience of three to five years is expected, with a strong background in employee relations.
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills is required together with proven leadership capabilities and solid knowledge of employment legislation and its application.
• HRBP’s should be proactive team players with strong customer service and problem solving skills.
• Experienced in developing and supporting line managers through change to include: restructures, redundancy processes and new site / service openings.
• An ability to maintain confidentiality and act with discretion and diplomacy is crucial.
• Self-motivated and able to work under own autonomy or as part of a team.
Qualifications and Experience
• CIPD level 5 or above or at least 3 years’ relevant experience in a HR Regional role.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software.
• Ideally previous experience in a Health or Social Care setting, however not essential.
• Understanding of Safeguarding, CQC regulations with regard to employment or a willingness to learn.
Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
If you care about making a difference – we want to talk to you.
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