We Are Looking for a Highly Motivated, Can Do and Driven Human Resources Manager to Join

Human Resources Manager /
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum
Dependant on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: North Leeds
Benefits: Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, additional paid leave for Jewish High Holy days, option to join healthcare scheme.

We are looking for a highly motivated, can do and driven Human Resources Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team. Employing over 150 staff within care, support and office teams our ideal candidate will have the drive, determination and vision to develop and implement key HR initiatives and projects to drive the organisation forward. You will ensure the successful implementation of our new HR information system, as well as develop and lead on the organisation’s employment engagement strategy. You will build strong working relationships to ensure the right training and support is given to all managers and employees throughout the organisation.

You will have a strategic focus and be able to demonstrate that you can initiate, develop, and deliver HR strategy and projects that add value in a high energy and results driven environment. Confidence and practicality are key traits for this role, and you will have experience of managing teams.

You will be of degree calibre and have a proven track record of working in a similar role, ideally within a registered care and /or care support service and highly ambitious environment. You must have strong influencing skills, with the ability to take ownership within the role, with the desire to succeed. You must be able to demonstrate up to date employment law knowledge and experience.

Interested? Intrigued? Well then get in touch, and we can arrange to see you to discuss it all in more detail. We’ve got lots more we can tell you, so just apply by sending in your CV and a covering letter explaining why you are’ the one’ for this post. We look forward to hearing from you!

Please email CV’s/applications to by no later than 12noon, 6th September 2017. Interviews will be held on 13th September 2017.

If you are shortlisted you will be contacted directly, if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks of the closing date, it can be assumed that unfortunately, your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

No agencies

/ Our offices are disability friendly.
We are an equal opportunities employer. /

Job Description

JOB TITLE / HR Manager
HOURS OF WORK / 37.5 Full time (flexibility will be required to attend evening meetings – approx. 6 times per year)
Salary / c£40 - 45,000k more for an exceptional candidate
REPORTS TO / CEO
STAFF RESPONSIBILTIES / 2 Direct reports
DBS Required / Yes
Place of Work / MAZCC, 311 Stonegate Road, LeedsLS17 6AZ
Contract Type: / Permanent
SPECIAL CONDITIONS / The cost of traveling to and from meetings and other places will be reimbursed by LJWB. We do not pay for travel from home to office or office to home.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS / CEO, Trustees and committee members, Members of the Leeds Jewish Community, service users, colleagues.

JOB PURPOSE:

Responsible for the Human Resources function in LJWB. This includes recruitment and selection, managing complex employee relations casework including dispute resolutions, disciplinaries, grievances, absence, retirement and redundancy.

As member of the management team you will contribute to and guide the HR management of the organisation, helping to achieve LJWB’s vision, mission, aims and objectives.

______COMMITMENT TO OUR VALUES:

To work with service users, customers and colleagues, in a way that is in line with the values of the organisation.

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Main duties and responsibilities:

HR Planning and Management

Develop HR policy and procedures to drive performance and mitigate disputes.
Develop effective working relationships, influencing and challenging the senior leadership and management teams as required; supporting them with the development and delivery of their people plans in support of the achievement of LJWB service and HR strategy.
Equip managers throughout LJWB with the appropriate tools and knowledge to effectively manage their people in line with their people plans e.g. performance management, absence management, career management.
Develop the HR Strategy for LJWB in line with the company’s business strategy.
Design and development HR initiatives in support of the HR strategy.
To be responsible for the development of proactive recruitment activity within the company utilising modern recruitment methods to attract and retain high calibre candidates.
Provide transformational advice on change management initiatives, departmental restructures, job role design, redundancy etc. to ensure departments are working to optimum efficiency.
Work in partnership with the CEO, Senior Leaders and managers to manage employee relations issues.
Monitor, interpret and implement all new and revised legislation relating to the service.
Oversee the planning and implementation of changes required including developments to policy and procedure, ensuring that significant changes are communicated to managers and teams as required.
Support managers with the development of their people, providing advice, guidance and ad-hoc training on Personal Development Plans and work with the CEO to establish and introduce systems that identify employees with high potential, develop career paths in consideration of key roles for succession planning and self-development.
Embed a performance management culture within LJWB as a means of driving business improvement by ensuring clear objectives, feedback and the improvement of customer service through behaviours aligned with our values.
Manage complex and difficult HR Projects cross-functionally. This includes the introduction of our new HR information system.
Ensure that staff are engaged through the communication of HR changes and activities as well as business activities.
Ensure the Human Resources team is adequately trained to carry out their role within the company.
Ensure all HR policies and procedures are implemented consistently throughout LJWB.
Actively identify gaps and implement changes necessary to cover risks.
Advise on pay and other remuneration issues, including promotion and benefits.
Seek and propose benefit options for staff with the HR team and Staff Forum.
Promote equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation.
Ensure the accurate management of HR employee database and records.
Analyse training needs in conjunction with departmental managers, developing and implementing training and support plans as required.

Quality & Development

Assist in the development of new and existing organisational HR policies and procedures and ensure their applicability across all services (Registered and non-registered).
Ensure the understanding, awareness and implementation of existing policies.
Take a lead role in the implementation and management of HR quality assurance audit systems, LJWB’s HR Information System and produce reports as required for senior leaders and committees.
Produce HR Data Reports as and when required
To work towards achieving staff engagement awards

Management and Leadership

Support the creation of an environment of collaboration and trust, ensuring that information is shared, helping to create a positive organisational culture
Instil a sense of professionalism and a positive image throughout the HR department and organisation, reinforcing the policies and ethos that underpins the aspirations of the organisation and sound HR management
Lead and motivate managers and staff within the team and organisation, to supervise and mentor designated direct reports
Take a lead role in the monitoring and development of contractual agreements relating to HR service delivery
To advise and update the CEO and Trustees to enable them to make informed decisions based on sound knowledge
To report to the HR & Remuneration Committee and to attend daytime/evening meetings as and when necessary
To provide out of hours on-call support approx. once every 6 weeks to LJWB services.

______General Responsibilities

Work in accordance with LJWB’s mission, vision, strategic plans, policies and procedures.
Work in accordance with the CIPD body’s requirements, UK Company and Charity law and other good practice guidelines as relevant to this role
Behave in a manner that reflects positively on the organisation at all times.
Promote equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practices.
Assist in monitoring and maintaining quality standards across the organisation.
Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the principles of confidentiality.
To work in a manner that is sensitive and empathetic to the culture of the Jewish Community.
At all times ensure effective and efficient use of LJWB’s resources.

Health & Safety

Work in accordance with the Health & Safety at Work Act.
Take reasonable care for the health and safety of yourself and other persons who may be affected by your acts or omissions at work.
Undertake duties and responsibilities in full accordance with the organisation’s Health & Safety policy and procedures.
Co-operate with policies and procedures to enable the organisation to comply with its obligation under Health & Safety legislation.
Report immediately to the CEO any defects in equipment or the working environment and report areas of risk

______Training and Development

To undertake training and coaching as required with SLT and Managers to ensure that they have the appropriate skills to carry out their HR responsibilities.
Participate fully in training and development in accordance with the organisations training plan and mandatory requirements
Attend and participate in supervision sessions and an annual appraisal review
Attend and participate in staff meetings
Contribute to the learning of other staff
Employ the skills and knowledge gained from training back into the work environment and evidence your progression through measure of competencies in supervision with your manager

Person specification
Essential and desirable requirements (E & D) for the role and assessing and testing the necessary level of competence required for this role either via the application form (A); interview (I); and/or exercises (E).
Please note - applicants are asked to evidence their ability to meet each aspect of the person specification below, e.g. by highlighting relevant key achievements and duties held within roles. / E/D / Measured by
1 / Education, knowledge and experience
GCSE English and Maths Grade A-C or equivalent / E / A
Degree in a relevant subject e.g. Business, Human Resources / D / A
MBA in Human Resource management / D / A
CIPD Qualified (Level 7) with MCIPD membership status / E / A
Excellent working knowledge of HR Databases and systems / E / AI/E
Proven HR generalist experience of five years / E / A/I
Experience working within a similar role in a registered care and care support environment / E / A/I
Advanced level of UK employment law knowledge and its application to complex cases / A/I
Exceptional organisational and communication skills is required together with proven leadership capabilities and solid knowledge of employment legislation and its application / A/I
2 / Abilities and skills
Ability to produce policy and procedural documents in line with statutory requirements / E / A/I
Ability to understand manager needs, to provide the right advice to the needs of the situation / E / A/I
Ability to prioritise workload against the needs of the business / E / A/I
Ability to liaise with people at all levels and departments / E / A/I
Ability to work independently, be organised and meet tight deadlines / E / I/
Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills, with a high level of competency in differentiating style for audience / E / A /I
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills / E / A/I
An ability to manage difficult situations with empathy, tact and diplomacy / E / A/I
People orientated and results driven / A/
I
Ability to produce complex documentation to a high standard of accuracy and professionalism. / E / A/I
High competence in MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint. / E / AI
Independent and highly organised in managing a complex workload, meeting deadlines and prioritising competing demands / E / A/I
3 / Personal Qualities
Ability to take ownership within the role, with the desire to succeed / E
A strong value base and ability to inspire others. / E / A/I
Personal Integrity and Confidentiality. / E / A/I
Resilient / E / I
Ability to challenge, influence and persuade / A/
I
A commitment to engaging with, understanding and promoting LJWB’s values, vision and mission. / E / A/I
A willingness to work flexibly, go the extra mile, a commitment to team work and be self-motivating. / E / A/I
A passion for helping people and supporting individuals to achieve their potential / E / A/I
A sensitivity to the cultural and religious needs of Jewish people / D / A/I
Ability to prioritise responsibilities under pressure with a high degree of emotional resilience / E / A/I
A pro-active attitude to problem solving with an energy and commitment to bring about change / E / A/I
A sense of fun and a passion for the work of the organisation / E / A/I
4 / Personal Circumstances
Must be legally entitled to work in the UK
Appropriate documentation as specified in the interview letter / E
Willing to attend occasional organisational fundraising events outside working hours, including evenings and weekends / D / I
5 / Physical/ Sensory
Must be able to perform all duties and tasks with reasonable adjustment, where appropriate, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 / I
6 / Equality
Candidates should demonstrate an understanding and commitment to equal opportunities and diversity / E / I
7 / Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks
Where a criminal record background check is identified (i.e. regulated activity relating to adults) a clear DBS certificate is required before commencing employment with LJWB. See the DBS website for details
Sight of a clear DBS certificate,
(for new employees without an existing DBS certificate, LJWB will cover the cost of the DBS check and the annual subscription).

EB August 2017

APPLICATION FORM

Should you wish to submit a CV instead of the attached application form, please do so, however you must sign and return the monitoring form and the declaration page at the back of the application form. CV’s must evidence the essential criteria required for the role.

The form is as comprehensive as practical, but if in any section you feel you do not have adequate space to respond please attach separate sheets. Please complete either by typing or in block capitals using either a black or blue pen.

Application for the post of: / Human Resources Manager
How did you learn of this vacancy?

PERSONAL DETAILS

Forenames:
Surname:
Home Address:
Postcode:
Day time telephone numbers:
Email Address:
Do you hold a current clean driving licence?
National Insurance Number:

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

Names & Address of Schools/Colleges.Universities / Subjects / Level/Grade

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

Organisation / Membership Status / Date joined

NON QUALIFICATION/TRAINING COURSES

Course Title / Organising Body / Date Completed

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

From / To / Starting with your most recent position, list the name of your employer, job title, salary and brief description of main responsibilities / Reason for Leaving

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Please provide details in relation to both the essential and desirable criteria for the post as both are used to shortlist. However, if the person specification says an essential skill or experience will be identified from the application form, you must say this in this section how you meet the requirement. You can only be considered for interview if you show how you meet all the essential criteria listed.

REFEREES

Please give details of two professional referees we could approach, one of whom should be your last or present employer. No contact will be made with the referees that you have supplied without your consent.

Name: / Name:
Position: / Position:
Company: / Company:
Address: / Address:
Postcode: / Postcode:
Tel No: / Tel No:
Email Address: / Email Address:
May we contact prior to interview? / Y / N / May we contact prior to interview? / Y / N

Closing date for applications is: 12noon, 6 September 2017

This application form must be returned to:

Katherine Bell

Leeds Jewish Welfare Board

311 Stonegate Road

Leeds

LS17 6AZ

Email:

DECLARATIONS

Are you related to or the partner of any existing employee or committee member of LJWB? YES/NO

If yes, please print their name(s) and relationship to you:

The information I have given on this form is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge

I am not subject to any immigration controls or restrictions which prohibit my undertaking work in the UK

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act I understand that I will be asked to declare in writing whether I have been convicted of any offences in a Court of Law and if so to provide details of the offence(s). I understand that failure to disclose such convictions may result in dismissal or disciplinary action by LJWB

In line with Leeds Jewish Welfare Boards DBS Policy, anyone undertaking a Regulated Activity will require a clear DBS check before commencing employment with Leeds Jewish Welfare Board. If you do not have an existing DBS certificate, the cost of the DBS check and annual subscription will be paid by Leeds Jewish Welfare Board. Please note, if your contract is terminated or you resign within the first 6 months of employment, this cost will be deducted from your final salary.

All applications are kept for 6 months

I consent to the processing of the above data in accordance with current Data Protection legislation

Signature:______

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