Oxfordshire Mind Hiring for HR Business Partner at Oxford Full Time

HR Business Partner

This is an exciting time for HR at Oxfordshire Mind as we expand our team and evolve HR practices to meet the needs of our growing organisation. People are the heart and soul of Oxfordshire Mind, the purpose of the HR function is to ensure that the right people are recruited, developed and retained to deliver our vision and mission, whilst upholding the values of the organisation. We keep employee wellbeing central to our work and promote an inclusive culture where all are welcomed. We are looking for experienced HR Business Partners to lead on Operational HR for key departments and HR project work required to achieve our goals.

There are opportunities for flexible working.

HOURS: 18-37 hours per week
SALARY: £38,000 per annum, pro rata if applicable
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: Osney Mead, Oxford, with some home working

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HOW TO APPLY*

1. Download the application form here.
2. Complete the application form whilst referring to the Person Specification / Selection Criteria for the role.
3. Email your completed application form to [email protected]. DO NOT attach a CV as this will not be accepted.

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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 expand the team with high calibre HR professionals 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

The HR Business Partners will provide autonomous HR generalist support to specific departments in the organisation, ensuring that Line Managers are coached and supported throughout the employee lifecycle to get the most from their teams and operate in a way that promotes the culture, mission and values.

Within the HR function the Business Partners play a key role in ensuring compliance with employment legislation and continuously improving the HR policies and processes.

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Key responsibilities may include: *

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Generalist HR support*

• Support and advise Line Managers with all HR related matters.
• Employee relations – advise Managers on issues, lead on ER cases, including various capability investigations, including grievance and disciplinary. Maintain knowledge and understanding of changes to employment legislation.
• Oversee compliance with employment legislation (Contracts, changes, policies, processes). Ensure all HR policies and practices are up to date, communicated and followed by all employees.
• Maintain and update HR database and produce reports when required.
• Work closely with Line Managers on team development needs. Review training requirements relevant to the role and service and find training to meet identified needs.

• Delivery of policy workshops
• Reinforce best practice for supervision and wellbeing support to staff

Recruitment and onboarding

• Oversee the end-to-end recruitment and onboarding process working closely with the HR Administrator and HR Assistant.

• Ensure accurate job descriptions and grading exist for each role.
• Advising managers on recruitment campaigns and selection strategies
• Training and coaching hiring managers on candidate interview evaluation techniques
• Monitoring key recruitment metrics, such as turnover and retention rates
• Oversee the offer and contract process.

• Support managers through probationary period and induction processes in line with organisational policy.
• Ensure recruiting managers are trained and equipped to fulfil their responsibilities during the recruitment process, offering guidance and advice where necessary.

Projects, Policy and Procedure improvements

• Continuous improvement of HR systems, processes and practices
• Monitoring, reviewing, updating and implementing all HR policies and processes and ensuring these are in line with both legislation and our values

• Write and present information briefings on a range of HR related topics
• Undertaking specialist projects such as; pay policy, benchmarking and grading system, contract review, line manager learning and development, staff handbook, EDI projects, Workplace Wellbeing, Locum Working groups and Policy Workshops.

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.

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PERSON SPECIFICATION / SELECTION CRITERIA*

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Skills and Experience*

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Essential*
1. Level 7 CIPD qualification and/or equivalent broad experience in a senior HR generalist role. Strong knowledge across all the core HR deliverables – resourcing, retention, development & training, talent management, organisation design, employee engagement.
2. Good understanding of employment law and its practical application in a business context alongside demonstrable experience of supporting and advising managers with employee relations matters.
3. Ability to quickly build strong relationships and influence at all levels.
4. Strong HR Information Systems and data management skills.
5. Excellent communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
6. Committed to continuous professional development and learning.

Desirable
7. Knowledge and sensitivity to the needs of people living with mental and emotional health problems (or the willingness to learn).
8. Experience of working with improving processes, systems and procedures.
9. Strong skills in coaching and developing others, with a particular focus on developing the capability of managers.
10. Strong commercial acumen and ability to partner with Managers to meet strategic and operational needs through HR support.
11. Adept at creative issue resolution and facilitation of solutions.

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.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Download the application form here.
2. Complete the application form whilst referring to the Person Specification / Selection Criteria for the role.
3. Email your completed application form to [email protected]. DO NOT attach a CV as this will not be accepted.

VERY IMPORTANT: Applicants should respond explicitly to each of the points listed in the Person Specification / Selection Criteria. It is advisable to use each individual point as a heading when you structure this section of your application. The shortlisting panel make their decisions based on this information and no assumptions about your skills or experience will be made. You are welcome to type up any part of your application form and insert it in the relevant places. CVs will not be accepted.

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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.

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Closing date: * Tuesday 18th January (9am)
Interview date: TBC
Interview location: Online via Microsoft Teams

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

Job Type: Permanent