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Community services are a key part of the NHS of the future. Be part of that future now. Join us and help achieve better care and healthier communities.
The Adult Specialist Rehabilitation Division are seeking a highly experienced, resilient, and motivated Assistant HR Business Partner to join their complex and fast paced Division.
The post holder will be a key contact for operational managers within the ASR Division, this will involve travelling to the various Divisional sites facilitating effective delivery of health services, via provision of a comprehensive proactive HR service, including the facilitation of on site HR Clinics, managing complex casework, supporting a sickness absence caseload and providing support to organisational change programmes. This post will also support Policy development, and Agenda for Change.
The post holder will support embedding a “Just and Learning Culture,” as part of the Trust’s management of conduct within its Disciplinary Policy promoting the Trust’s values and, in particular, its “Equality and Inclusion agenda.” The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of operational HR, will have the ability to deputise for the HR Business Partner. This role can operate on a flexible hour’s basis however is not suitable for remote working and the core of the role is embedded within the Divisional team who have an on site presence.
The role includes day to day proactive support and management of a small team of Senior HR Advisors
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of delivering on targets, work well under pressure, be highly organised, have excellent communication skills and have significant competence in analysing and presenting data as monthly reporting requirements.
The candidate will be able to operate in an environment of rapid change and conflicting priorities. Expert knowledge of the full range of HR policies and procedures and excellent working knowledge of employment legislation is essential.
Candidates are required to set out how they meet the essential Criteria of the Person Specification as part of the application process.
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Please ensure all sections of the application form are completed fully. Please particularly ensure that you provide full details of all referees including BUSINESS EMAIL ADDRESS, telephone contact details and postal address.
Be Part of Our Team...
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people's homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people, parents and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehabilitation Centre and one of Europe’s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to ‘Be Part of Our Team’ and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for better care and healthier communities, we want to hear from you.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
The successful applicant will be CIPD qualified and have relevant generalist HR experience. Applications are welcome from individuals who are dedicated to make a difference, have a can‑do attitude with excellent communication and organisational abilities along with the willing to build long term relationships with managers and key stakeholders.
Person specification
Qualifications
* Educated to degree level or equivalent experience
* Post‑graduate qualification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development, or actively working towards this qualification with an equivalent level of experience at a senior Human Resource level
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Working towards Masters degree in relevant topic or have equivalent professional experience & development as detailed below
Experience
* Experience of delivering front line advice and guidance to senior operational managers, advising on complex employee relations issues, supporting on change management projects and carrying out investigations
* Developing and delivering management training and presentations
* Contributing to new Human Resource strategies and projects
* Experience of managing people
* Workforce data report preparation and analysis for presentation
* In‑depth knowledge of the full range of Human Resource policies and management procedures, statutory legislation and upcoming legislative changes
* Knowledge of relevant NHS Policy and guidelines
* Excellent writing skills, including the ability to summarise information and key issues, and draw logical arguments and conclusions
* Knowledge of workforce development tools and techniques
* Demonstrate a business‑focused approach to Human Resource matters
In accordance with UK Home Office requirements, Band 2 clinical and non‑clinical roles and Band 3 Non‑Clinical roles are not eligible for sponsorship.
Please note that the majority of non‑clinical roles (Agenda for Change Band 3 - 6) with the exception of those which appear on this list - link, will not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK.
All non‑clinical roles (Agenda for Change Bands 7 - 9) that meet the prescribed skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold will be eligible for sponsorship.
The Trust will accept applications from candidates who can evidence their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes.
Disability Confident Employer and Guaranteed Interview Scheme
BCHC offers a guaranteed interview to any candidate who is Disabled, Neurodiverse, has a hidden or long term health condition as recognised under the Equality Act 2010, providing they meet the essential criteria of the job role, as set out in the person specification. We encourage applicants to submit their applications and to request any reasonable adjustments where required.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
As part of our ongoing commitment to being a Great Place to Work, we actively foster and support a workplace culture that is inclusive and equitable for all staff, patients and service users.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those with diverse abilities, experiences, and perspectives.
We are also dedicated to supporting the career progression of colleagues from underrepresented backgrounds into this role and more senior roles within the Division and the wider organisation.
Promoting Workforce Equality
In response to data held by BCHC which demonstrates that individuals from particular protected characteristics are under‑represented, BCHC are striving to redress these imbalances. In order to this, the Trust is committed to the employment and career development of individuals with these protected characteristics. As part of this commitment and given this under‑representation, the Trust guarantees an interview to any applicants from under‑represented groups for positions at Band 8a and above whose application meets the essential criteria for the post as detailed on the Person Specification.
The Trust is currently under‑represented in terms of people who identify as Black, Minority Ethnic (BME) and welcomes applicants from these communities. Selection will be on the basis of merit. In order to ensure the diversity of our workforce and understand the differing needs of our communities, the Trust is committed to the principles of Positive Action.
DBS Costs
Please be aware that all new employees starting work with the Trust will be charged for the cost of their DBS check if it is required for the role. The cost will be deducted from your salary in 3 payments over a 3-month period once you start employment. By applying for this role, you are agreeing to these deductions being made. The charges for the DBS include the administration fee. The total costs are £26.40 for a standard check and £54.40 for an enhanced check. The level of check will be determined by the post you are applying for. For bank Workers the full cost of the DBS check (as detailed above) will be deducted from your pay following completion of your online mandatory training. No payment will be made for your online training until it is all complete and verified by the Temporary Staffing Team. Please note: You will not be able to work any bank shifts until you have completed your mandatory training, and your DBS is in place.
Flexible Working
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (BCHC) supports a variety of flexible working practices and, where possible (given our range of services and community settings) dependent upon the requirements associated with the role, will actively consider requests made and support these where practically possible. This may include hybrid patterns of working to enable colleagues to request the flexibility of a mixture of home/base working.
In accordance with the NHS People Promise, the Trust is committed to facilitating a healthy work/life balance that is essential to health and wellbeing and to making BCHC a ‘Great Place to Work’. We will be happy to discuss and consider all requests relating to working patterns and hours at your interview so please do ask!
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust acknowledges Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Generative AI (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot, Gemini etc; are powerful tools that can help you in various stages of your job application and how they can be used in certain circumstances during your application process with BCHC. You can read more about acceptable use on our internet pages here
Benefits of working for us:
* Full NHS terms and conditions including extensive holidays, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
* Attractive relocation payment if you relocate to the local area.
* Discounts for local and national retailers
* Dedicated well‑being services for all employees
* Flexible working where possible
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Name Dawn Jones Job title HR Business Partner Email address dawn.jones210@nhs.net Telephone number 07515588859 Additional information
Paul Glebioska, HR Business Partner on 07740457937
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Trust
3, Priestley Wharf
Holt Street
Birmingham Science Park
B7 4BN
Office hours: Monday to Friday: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm
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