Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated HR professional to join our team to support the delivery of single managed services across the Bristol NHS Group. This is a great challenge for the right candidate to make a tangible and lasting contribution to the development and stability of the implementation of this programme of work across the city aligned to the delivery of the Joint Clinical Strategy.
Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this role is to support key projects that will enable achievement of the Joint Clinical Strategy vision and benefits realisation of University Hospitals Bristol & Weston (UHBW) and North Bristol Trust (NBT) becoming a single hospital Group.
Reporting to the HR Programme Lead, a key part of this role is to provide HR support for the delivery of Single Managed Services (SMS). This support will vary dependent on the type of SMS being implemented. The responsibilities will range from supporting the organisational change required to implement a Group clinical service; to supporting corporate teams to align policies, processes and systems, to enable the Trusts to operate effectively as a Group.
Working collaboratively with work stream leads from the People functions, Programme Managers, TU representatives, clinical and operational colleagues, the postholder will provide HR advice and guidance, change management expertise and project management skills, to support the delivery of plans.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is part of the Bristol NHS Group, a partnership with North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT)
As two major NHS providers, we have come together as an NHS Groupto deliver seamless, high-quality, equitable and sustainable care for every person across Bristol, Weston, South Gloucestershire, and the wider South West.
With 28,000 staff and a combined turnover of over £2.2 billion, this partnership gives us the scale, influence and expertise to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally.
Chaired by Ingrid Barker and led by Maria Kane as Group Chief Executive, Bristol NHS Group unites the two Trusts to transform the way healthcare is delivered locally with a clear focus on making a difference for what we call our 'Four P's':
* Our patients,
* Our people,
* The populationswe serve,
* and the public purse
Details Date posted
11 July 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
387-TS3491-NB-E
Job locations
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
In return for your hard work, we will give you: -
* A competitive salary;
* Access to a raft of national and local discounts, incl. shopping, holidays, & insurance;
* An industry leading pension, where your employer contributes of 13%-20% per annum;
* An environment that encourages development, recognises success and is excited by change;
* An opportunity to know that your work makes a difference in creating a sustainable, efficient and reliable workforce.
Job description Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
In return for your hard work, we will give you: -
* A competitive salary;
* Access to a raft of national and local discounts, incl. shopping, holidays, & insurance;
* An industry leading pension, where your employer contributes of 13%-20% per annum;
* An environment that encourages development, recognises success and is excited by change;
* An opportunity to know that your work makes a difference in creating a sustainable, efficient and reliable workforce.
Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential
* Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge and experience
* CIPD qualified or working towards accreditation as a Chartered Member
Knowledge and Experience Essential
* Experience of supporting change initiatives as a HR professional
* Sound understanding and practical application of UHBW or NBT HR policies and procedures
* Up to date knowledge of employment law and good employment practice
* Evidence of service improvement and ability to facilitate change
Desirable
* Experience of developing deliverable projects including scope and design, project plans including timescales and resources
* Workforce planning and role re-design experience
* Previous NHS experience as an HR professional
Skills and Abilities Essential
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to multiple deadlines to agreed standards with consistent attention to detail
* Ability to work under pressure, with clear and decisive judgement capabilities
Aptitudes Essential
* Passion for continuous improvement and enhancing staff experience
* Self-motivator with high standards
* Pragmatic approach to problem solving
Person Specification Qualifications and Training Essential
* Educated to degree level or equivalent knowledge and experience
* CIPD qualified or working towards accreditation as a Chartered Member
Knowledge and Experience Essential
* Experience of supporting change initiatives as a HR professional
* Sound understanding and practical application of UHBW or NBT HR policies and procedures
* Up to date knowledge of employment law and good employment practice
* Evidence of service improvement and ability to facilitate change
Desirable
* Experience of developing deliverable projects including scope and design, project plans including timescales and resources
* Workforce planning and role re-design experience
* Previous NHS experience as an HR professional
Skills and Abilities Essential
* Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work to multiple deadlines to agreed standards with consistent attention to detail
* Ability to work under pressure, with clear and decisive judgement capabilities
Aptitudes Essential
* Passion for continuous improvement and enhancing staff experience
* Self-motivator with high standards
* Pragmatic approach to problem solving
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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