Could you be the difference in someone's day? At Inspiring Support, we're passionate about helping people live happy, independent, and meaningful lives. As part of our dedicated team, you'll provide person-centred support to individuals with a range of needs, helping them build confidence, develop skills and achieve their goals both at home and in the community. Our core values are: Be There – We are present, attentive, and compassionate Play – We bring positivity, creativity, and energy into our work Make Their Day – We go above and beyond to make a positive difference Choose Your Attitude – We act with professionalism, accountability and integrity At Inspiring Support, we recognise that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. That's why we are committed to supporting, developing, and valuing our staff, ensuring they have the tools, training, and encouragement needed to thrive in their roles. We foster a positive and inclusive workplace where every team member is respected, empowered, and able to make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support. Together, we help individuals achieve their goals, maximise their independence, and lead fulfilling lives. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do and is a shared responsibility across our organisation. We are committed to creating a culture where people feel safe, respected, listened to, and empowered. Concerns are taken seriously, acted upon promptly, and managed with the utmost professionalism. For us, safeguarding is more than a policy—it's a fundamental part of who we are and how we work every day. HR Manager – Lead People, Drive Compliance, Make a Difference Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment where quality, compliance, and people truly matter? Do you have the leadership skills to drive best practice while supporting a workforce dedicated to changing lives? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We are seeking a knowledgeable and proactive HR Manager to lead and further develop our Human Resources function within a CQC-regulated care organisation. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring our people practices are compliant, effective, and aligned with the highest standards of care and governance. As HR Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting our organisation's success by ensuring robust recruitment, employment, and workforce processes are in place. Your work will directly contribute to safeguarding the individuals we support by ensuring that all employees are appropriately recruited, vetted, trained, and supported to deliver outstanding care. What You'll Be Doing Leading and managing the HR function, providing expert guidance and support across the organisation. Ensuring full compliance with CQC requirements, safer recruitment practices, employment legislation, and organisational policies. Overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and workforce development activities. Driving a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement across all HR processes. Conducting audits and quality assurance checks to ensure HR records, systems, and procedures are accurate, compliant, and inspection-ready. Identifying and managing people-related risks, implementing solutions that strengthen governance and operational effectiveness. Supporting managers to build engaged, high-performing teams that deliver exceptional outcomes for the people we support. Please see attached Job Description for more details. What We're Looking For We're looking for a confident and highly organised HR leader with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for doing things the right way. You'll have a strong understanding of employment law, compliance, and best practice, alongside the ability to build positive relationships and influence at all levels of the organisation.Most importantly, you'll be committed to creating a safe, supportive, and high-performing workplace where people can thrive and where the highest standards of care are consistently achieved. Why Join Us? This is more than an HR role—it's an opportunity to help shape the future of an expanding care organisation, strengthen our culture, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of the people we support every day. If you're ready to bring your expertise, leadership, and passion for excellence to a role where you can truly make a difference, we would love to hear from you. Person Specification Essential Proven experience in an HR management role within a health and social care or CQC-regulated environment Strong knowledge of: CQC standards (particularly Regulation 19) Safer recruitment practices Employment law and Right to Work legislation Demonstrable experience of: Managing HR teams Conducting audits and driving compliance Managing risk within HR functions High attention to detail and strong organisational skills Ability to challenge, escalate, and drive improvement at senior level Desirable CIPD Level 5 or above (Level 7 desirable) Experience managing HR in a service that has undergone regulatory scrutiny or improvement processes Experience with HR systems such as Rotacloud and Employment Hero Key Competencies Strong leadership and accountability Excellent attention to detail Analytical and audit-focused mindset High integrity and commitment to safeguarding Ability to manage pressure and regulatory scrutiny Strong communication and reporting skills Additional Requirements Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults including Safer Recruitment Enhanced DBS check required Flexibility to respond to organisational and regulatory needs, a positive workplace culture that promotes employee engagement and well-being. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A minimum of 5 years of experience in HR management, preferably within the social care sector. Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practices in HR. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels. Proficient in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism Interested? Here is how to apply: If you are passionate about joining a high-quality care services team, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to enquiries@inspiringsupport.org or call 01473 290276 Opt 7 by 5th June, 2026. We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position this time - applicants must have the right to work in the UK without restriction. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check including Adult’s Barred List. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children/vulnerable adults. Inspiring Support is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, including disabled applicants and employees. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment where required. Benefits: Company events Company pension On-site parking