HR Business Partner
Midlands Based (Hybrid with travel across the Midlands and East of England)
Full-time | Permanent
£45,000 - £50,000 per annum
Summary
Tide Partnership is proud to be working with a values-led residential children’s care provider, looking to expand their People team with an experienced HR Business Partner.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation where safeguarding, compliance, and leadership development are at the heart of their work. You’ll be part of a people-first culture where HR is trusted to lead, influence, and shape the future.
The Role
Aligned to the Regional Managing Director, you’ll be the key strategic HR lead across a group of residential services.
With multiple acquisitions and differing service cultures across the patch, we’re looking for someone adaptable – a true chameleon – who can flex their style, build strong relationships, and provide tailored support to leaders at all levels.
You’ll be confident working in regulated care environments, with a strong grip on employment law, safeguarding, and risk management. You'll also be someone who enjoys rolling up your sleeves – designing and facilitating leadership sessions, coaching new managers, and helping embed a consistent, positive culture.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with the Regional MD and operational leaders to drive cultural alignment and people strategy
* Build leadership capability by coaching and supporting newly appointed and developing managers
* Design, facilitate and roll out leadership development programmes when required
* Provide expert advice on safeguarding-related HR issues and safer recruitment practices
* Manage complex employee relations and long-term absence cases
* Support risk and compliance by contributing to audits, inspections, and risk registers
* Present people insights to senior stakeholders in a confident, narrative-led way
* Deliver tailored HR support across a diverse, multi-site organisation
Benefits Include
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* High-trust, values-led working culture
* Close partnership with regional leadership
* Career development opportunities and L&D ownership
* Generous annual leave
Travel Requirements
This is a regional role. You’ll need to travel regularly across the North-West, so a valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
Essential Criteria
* Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior Advisor role within care, healthcare, education or another regulated sector
* Strong knowledge of employment law and safeguarding responsibilities
* Experienced facilitator with a track record of delivering leadership or management development initiatives
* Comfortable navigating complex ER issues and organisational risk
* Adaptable communicator able to work across multiple service cultures
Desirable Criteria
* Background in residential children’s services
* CIPD Level 5 or above
* Experience of HR in organisations with acquisition, merger, or cultural integration challenges
* Familiarity with risk registers and regulatory inspections
* Strong analytical skills with experience using people data to shape decisions
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