Job overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to step into a HR Business Partner role on a maternity cover basis. This role is ideal as a development opportunity for an existing HR professional looking to progress, and we actively welcome applications for acting up or secondment. You will support one of our Clinical Divisions, working closely with senior leaders to provide expert HR advice that directly supports workforce performance, staff experience, and patient safety. This post is offered as a Fixed term or secondment opportunity. Advert You will support one of our Clinical Divisions Provide advice and guidance on complex employee relations cases (performance, conduct, sickness, behaviours) Support delivery of workforce plans, service change, and transformation programmes Coach and develop managers to build confidence and capability in people management Ensure timely management of cases to reduce risk and improve outcomes Work collaboratively with HR colleagues to provide a consistent and high-quality service Working for our organisation For further information regarding this role, please refer to the job description and person specification attached. Detailed job description and main responsibilities This post is offered as a fixed-term opportunity to cover maternity leave. We welcome applications from: Internal candidates seeking an acting up opportunity Internal candidates seeking a secondment (subject to line manager approval) External candidates with relevant experience Disclosure & Barring Check Fee Where your role requires a DBS check, the Trust will pay the fee upfront and reclaim the cost (including a £5 admin fee) from your first month’s salary. Volunteers are exempt. Our Values – At the heart of all we do We recruit not just for skills but for behaviours aligned with our core values: dedication, care, courage, and innovation. Show us how you live these values in your application and interview. Early closure notice We may close this advert early if we receive enough applications—please apply without delay. International Applicants & Sponsorship We welcome applications from those needing UK sponsorship. From 2021, most non-UK/Republic of Ireland nationals need a visa to work in the UK. Important: Salary thresholds and visa rules changed in 2024 — check your eligibility here: www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa. If applying from overseas, you may also need to provide criminal record certificates for countries lived in for 12 months in the past 10 years.