Head of HR

Head of HR

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: Salary up to c. £49k per annum dependent on experience and qualifications

Contract: Permanent

Holidays: 28 days per annum, pro rata if applicable

Accountable To: Head of HR

Probationary Period: 6 months

Pension: Auto enrolment scheme in place

Base: Hybrid working. Osney Mead, Oxford and Home based. At least one day/fortnight in Osney Mead

About the Team

Oxfordshire Mind has been rapidly growing over the last five years and doubled in size since April 2020. We currently have 250 staff and continue to grow.  

During this time of change we have worked with consultants and interims to deliver the HR function and various projects including implementing HRMIS, reviewing contract and right to work compliance and improving DBS and GDPR processes.

We recently secured approval for our permanent HR structure, and we are now looking for a high calibre Head of HR to join us on a permanent basis. 

We encourage applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Please see details of our EDI&E approach and strategy on our website. 

Purpose of the Job

People are the heart of who we are and what we do. Partnering with the Senior Leadership Team, the Head of HR will oversee all HR issues and lead on people strategies, learning and talent management whilst being hands on across the organisation. 

You will be responsible for driving efficiencies and innovation, shaping the people agenda including wellbeing and EDIE, and ensuring the organisational structures and processes can facilitate stable and rapid growth, whilst improving focus on our people.  

The jobholder will provide strong, credible leadership to the HR team utilising a collaborative coaching and development approach and will foster continuous improvement to facilitate creative and innovative solutions. 

You will also manage a small but growing team, overseeing all HR activities embedding our values into day to day working practices, establishing a high level of professionalism, and maintaining a positive, proactive and flexible approach to HR activity within this dynamic environment

Key responsibilities may include: 

1. Develop and implement HR strategies, processes and services aligned with our overall strategy and vision 
2. Staff Wellbeing strategy and Chairing the Staff Wellbeing Action Group  
3. Lead the HR function and team 
4. Be a pro-active member of the Senior Management Team.  
5. Ensure high quality delivery of HR responsibilities including policies and processes, HRIS, resourcing, reward, employee services, management development, employee relations and learning  
6. Embed a co-productive approach with partners, managers and leaders to achieve strategy and targets 
7. Monitor and provide insight and guidance on the effectiveness of people management practices / processes via a range of KPIs 
8. Support change initiatives 
9. Be an influential and visible figure in the business driving improvements forward in relation to people and culture 
10. Budget management and oversight  
11. Ensure compliance for HR aspects of the Mind Quality Mark. 

This job description covers the current range of duties and will be reviewed from time to time. It is Oxfordshire Mind’s aim to reach agreement on changes, but if agreement is not possible, Oxfordshire Mind reserves the right to change this job description. 

Person Specification / Selection Criteria 

Skills and Experience 

Essential 

1. Minimum 2 years’ experience of strategic and hands-on HR leadership and CIPD Level 5 or other degree in HR related field.  
2. Experienced in leading and building a high performing team 
3. Experience of securing engagement from staff, managers and department heads - the successful candidate must be happy to develop these relationships right at the start and must be people oriented 
4. Project and budget management and monitoring including use of KPIs  
5. Significant relevant experience and knowledge across wide range of HR disciplines including learning, resourcing, HRIS and talent
6. Practical knowledge and experience of GDPR, HRIS systems and databases
7. Credible in working with senior leaders and influencing business outcomes 
8. Enjoy a fast-paced environment and able to multi-task in an organised manner displaying excellent time management skills 
9. Strong MI reporting, presentation and stakeholder management skills 
10. Confidence to present and articulate (sometimes complex) information in a simple and concise way, with exceptional professionalism. 

Desirable  

1. Experience of charity or not for profit environment  
2. CIPD level 7/ MCIPD qualified  

The following are required of all roles with Oxfordshire Mind: 

• Genuine interest and commitment to the involvement of people who use Oxfordshire Mind services, social inclusion, and recovery.  
• The ability to work within Oxfordshire Mind’s policies and procedures including Equal Opportunities and Confidentiality. 
• Willingness to work flexibility in response to changing organisational requirements. 
• Willingness and ability to work hours outside of normal office hours on occasion.  

Working for Oxfordshire Mind 

We offer a friendly working environment and are committed to staff wellbeing. In addition to base salaries, we offer a range of employee benefits including generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme and development and training.

We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

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