Job summary Interview Date: Week Commencing 24th March 2025. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR professional to join our HR Business Partner team. There's never been a better time to consider joining the Trust, working to support the delivery of a high quality strategic and operational people management service. We are one of the top-rated Trusts in the country for our staff survey results and we are on an exciting journey to build on our successes. The post will support one of the Trusts clinical business units working within a HR Business Partner model. You will work with managers and senior leaders within your CBU to support them in achieving the Trusts strategic ambitions, whilst providing practical advice on such things as employee relation issues, organizational change, TUPE etc. You will also have line management responsibility for a Human Resources Officer. The role is varied and no two days are the same. You will represent the HR Business Partner team at regular business and performance meetings and produce reports as required. Excellent communication, interpersonal, coaching and negotiating skills and the ability to work as an autonomous practitioner are essential to working in the role. The team work on a hybrid basis and we are happy to consider options for flexible working to support your work life balance. For further information, please contact Luke Steeples, Head of HRBP Service on 01226 432757. Main duties of the job To ensure that Clinical Business Units of the Trust are provided with an effective, efficient and professional HR Business Partner service To provide effective supervision, management and support to the HR Officers and to the wider Operational HR function. To monitor and co-ordinate the work of the HR Officers and ensure that satisfactory standards of service and quality are being adhered to. To provide operational HR support and highly specialised advice to Clinical Business Units for more complex HR issues such as Organisational change. To provide support and deputise for the Associate Director of HR & OD as and when required. To manage own case load of employee relations activities. To contribute to the development and maintenance of Trust employment policies and procedures, and that activities are compliant with legislation, NHS standards and accepted good practice. In return, you will be offered the opportunity to work within a supportive environment, within a team that understands having fun and enjoying work is important to building successful teams and services. You will be empowered to make a difference and support services in the pursuit of excellence. About us Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close a position early. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust achieving a Good rating in our most recent Care Quality Commission (CQC) assessment and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives. We are proud of the commitment of our staff to ensuring a strong and sustainable future for this organisation which is highly valued by our local communities. There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation, where staff are engaged for change and committed to being part of the journey to sustainability and growth. Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, gender, marital status, mental or physical disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age or offending history. The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles only will be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction. Certificates of Sponsorship For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk), band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship. Date posted 03 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro/rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number C9163-2196E-03-25 Job locations Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Floor 9 Gateway Plaza Barnsley South Yorkshire S70 2RD Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Human Resource Business Partner Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Job description Job responsibilities Job Description for Human Resource Business Partner Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for full details of the role and responsibilities. Supporting Documents Please refer to the values-based recruitment guidance and associated documentation. Person Specification Other Factors Essential Flexibility to occasionally work outside of normal working hours where necessary to accommodate business needs. Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent education MCIPD (Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) Postgraduate qualification or equivalent education Experience Essential Strong generalist HR experience Experience of advising and supporting managers with all aspects of employee relation (disciplinary, grievance, organisational change, capability, attendance management, bullying/harassment issues) Experience of implementation of HR/workforce/strategic plans Desirable HR experience gained from a number of organisations and sectors. In-depth experience of HR specialisms (e.g. recruitment; medical staffing) Experience of working within HR in an NHS Organisation Knowledge and awareness Essential In depth knowledge of employment law Depth and breadth of knowledge of generalist HR matters In depth knowledge of NHS terms and conditions of employment An understanding of the national NHS agenda and the key contribution of Human Resources. Desirable In depth knowledge of Trust employment policies and procedures Good understanding of Divisions what they do, how they function, how they are structured etc. Values based questions Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe a situation where you have demonstrated teamwork and respect to overcome a workplace dispute and how you achieved this. Person Specification Other Factors Essential Flexibility to occasionally work outside of normal working hours where necessary to accommodate business needs. Qualifications Essential Degree or equivalent education MCIPD (Member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) Postgraduate qualification or equivalent education Experience Essential Strong generalist HR experience Experience of advising and supporting managers with all aspects of employee relation (disciplinary, grievance, organisational change, capability, attendance management, bullying/harassment issues) Experience of implementation of HR/workforce/strategic plans Desirable HR experience gained from a number of organisations and sectors. In-depth experience of HR specialisms (e.g. recruitment; medical staffing) Experience of working within HR in an NHS Organisation Knowledge and awareness Essential In depth knowledge of employment law Depth and breadth of knowledge of generalist HR matters In depth knowledge of NHS terms and conditions of employment An understanding of the national NHS agenda and the key contribution of Human Resources. Desirable In depth knowledge of Trust employment policies and procedures Good understanding of Divisions what they do, how they function, how they are structured etc. Values based questions Essential In around 100 words please describe what Equality & Diversity means to you and why they are important. In around 100 words please describe a situation where you have demonstrated teamwork and respect to overcome a workplace dispute and how you achieved this. Employer details Employer name Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address Pogmoor Road Barnsley South Yorkshire S75 2EP Employer's website https://www.barnsleyhospital.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)