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Human Resources
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NHS AfC: Band 8a
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Parhaol: Based at DMH
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Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
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186-930-26-CS
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Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
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Duncan Macmillan House,
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Nottingham
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£49,387 - £64,750 Per annum
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01/11/2026 23:59

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Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust logo

Deputy Head of People and Culture

NHS AfC: Band 8a

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Trosolwg o'r swydd

We are pleased to be recruiting for a Trainee Deputy Head of People & Culture (Band 7 – 8a) to support our Forensic Care Group and a portfolio of corporate services.

 

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward thinking, collaborative People & Culture function committed to delivering our ambition of being a diverse, inclusive and great place to work. Working closely with the Head of People & Culture, you will provide strategic people leadership across the services you support, helping to shape workforce strategy and deliver excellent people outcomes.

 

Although line managed within People & Culture, you will operate as a strategic people partner, building strong and influential relationships with operational leaders, managers and colleagues across the Trust. You will play a pivotal role in supporting the delivery of the Care Group's objectives and the Trust's People Plan, providing expert, pragmatic advice on organisational change, workforce planning, employee relations, staff engagement, and learning and organisational development.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

We welcome applications from experienced people professionals who are passionate about making a difference to both our people and our patients, and whose values align with those of our Trust.

 

You will bring a proven track record of improving performance against key workforce metrics and delivering solutions to complex people challenges. You will be a credible and confident leader, capable of quickly building trust with senior stakeholders and influencing, coaching and supporting them to achieve their strategic objectives.

 

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

·        A relevant people management or professional qualification at master's level, or equivalent experience.

·        Chartered CIPD membership.

·        Significant senior-level experience in a generalist HR role within a complex organisation.

·        Excellent communication, coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to shape strategic thinking.

·        Expertise across the full People & Culture portfolio, including organisational change and employee relations.

·        A proven track record of effective partnership working with a range of stakeholders, including operational services, People & Culture teams, Staff Side representatives and system partners.

·        A commitment to modelling and promoting our Trust values.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 10,500 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health and forensic health services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 80 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings and secure environments.

We are one of the largest mental health and community health Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment.

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This post is offered on a developmental basis. The successful candidate will join at Band 7 and, through the achievement of defined competencies and objectives, will be supported to progress to Band 8a. Full details of the knowledge, skills and experience required can be found in the attached person specification.

 

We support hybrid working however, maintaining a visible presence within services is essential to success in this role.

 

Please note that our Forensic Services are geographically dispersed and include:

Rampton Hospital, Retford
Arnold Lodge, Leicester
Wathwood Hospital, Rotherham
Low Secure Services, Nottingham

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Carol Andrews, Head of People and Culture on [email protected]

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Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • • Relevant professional or management qualification to master’s level or have equivalent level of HR experience
  • • Maintain professional registration with the CIPD
Meini prawf dymunol
  • • MCIPD Professional Registration

Experience

Meini prawf hanfodol
  • • Significant relevant experience within an HR setting
  • • Experience of working in a complex unionised environment
  • • Experienced in the full range of employee relations matters
  • • Relevant and up to date knowledge of employment legislation
  • • Relevant and up to date knowledge of the NHS and national, regional and local strategies
Meini prawf dymunol
  • • Agenda for Change Job Evaluation Training
  • • Experience of Project Management
  • • Experience of working within Mental Health, Forensic, Community Trust

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Carol Andrews
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Head of People and Culture
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For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Carol Andrews, Head of People and Culture on [email protected]

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