Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
This job is only open for applications for individuals employed within the Hampshire and Isle of Wight NHS Care System.
Organisations within scope are as follows:
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
Southern Health Foundation Trust
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
University Hospital Southampton
Solent NHS Trust
South Central Ambulance Service
Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Location:
Across sites, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (frequency of visits to each site, to be agreed locally) Position Type:
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary:
Band 8a - £53,755 - £60,504 per annum
The Senior Employee Relations Manager, based across the Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust plays a vital role in delivering strategic leadership in employee relations. Overseeing a wide range of operational functions and guaranteeing the application of outstanding employee relations practices, the suitable candidate will play a crucial role in promoting a fair and learning-oriented culture within the Trusts, encouraging ongoing improvement, and enhancing organisational resilience.
Main duties of the job As a key strategic collaborator, the Senior Employee Relations Manager is tasked with effectively managing and advancing employee relations practices across both trusts. This dynamic position demands a proactive approach to leading the Employee Relations Team, ensuring their activities align with the trusts' strategic goals while fostering an environment of collaboration and empowerment.
Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic oversight and direction for the Employee Relations Team, setting ambitious targets and cultivating a high-performance culture that aligns with the Trusts mission and values.
Mentor and develop team members to enhance their capabilities, ensuring they are equipped to address complex employee relations issues while promoting a learning and just workplace environment.
Collaborate closely with the Head of Employee Relations and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) to define and implement People strategies that drive organisational effectiveness, improve employee engagement, and support continuous cultural improvement initiatives.
Lead case reviews for complex employee relations matters, applying a just and learning approach to conflict resolution and employee engagement, ensuring fairness and transparency in all processes.
Person Specification Qualifications
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Professional Qualification (Post graduate level 7) or equivalent
Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Coaching Qualification
Experience
Previous experience of managing complex employee relations casework, including sickness absence and health and wellbeing.
Able to demonstrate the delivery of initiatives that have reduced sickness absence.
Policy development, designing and/or improving processes and systems.
Supervising/managing staff.
Providing high-quality case supervision.
Positively engaging with trade unions and staff.
In-depth knowledge and experience of employment legislation to include TUPE Transfers.
Experience in a large, highly complex organisation / NHS.
Facilitation Skills.
Employment Legal negotiations.
Additional criteria
Good understanding of best practice in improving attendance and creating healthy work environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a particular emphasis on report writing for the board and employment tribunals.
Evidence of expertise, interest and continuing professional development in sickness management and/or supporting staff with disabilities.
Strong track record and commitment to equality and inclusion with expert knowledge of disability.
Demonstrable experience of interpreting and applying terms and conditions of an organisation.
Digital literacy with ability to effectively use technology to work efficiently and deliver objectives.
Sound understanding of employment legislation and regulations, with experience in dealing with employment tribunals and related legal matters.
Experience in handling sensitive HR issues and employee relations matters, including managing conflicts and disputes effectively.
Sound understanding and interpretation of NHS Medical and national Terms and Conditions (e.g. Agenda for Change).
Understanding of health and safety standards; NICE guidance and the latest best practice in improving attendance at work.
Able to demonstrate innovation and new approaches in improving attendance.
Experience in safeguarding and PipPot process.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Head of Employee Relations and Inclusion
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Organisations within scope are as follows:
Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board
Southern Health Foundation Trust
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
University Hospital Southampton
Solent NHS Trust
South Central Ambulance Service
Isle of Wight NHS Trust
Location:
Across sites, both Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust (frequency of visits to each site, to be agreed locally) Position Type:
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary:
Band 8a - £53,755 - £60,504 per annum
The Senior Employee Relations Manager, based across the Isle of Wight NHS Trust and Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust plays a vital role in delivering strategic leadership in employee relations. Overseeing a wide range of operational functions and guaranteeing the application of outstanding employee relations practices, the suitable candidate will play a crucial role in promoting a fair and learning-oriented culture within the Trusts, encouraging ongoing improvement, and enhancing organisational resilience.
Main duties of the job As a key strategic collaborator, the Senior Employee Relations Manager is tasked with effectively managing and advancing employee relations practices across both trusts. This dynamic position demands a proactive approach to leading the Employee Relations Team, ensuring their activities align with the trusts' strategic goals while fostering an environment of collaboration and empowerment.
Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic oversight and direction for the Employee Relations Team, setting ambitious targets and cultivating a high-performance culture that aligns with the Trusts mission and values.
Mentor and develop team members to enhance their capabilities, ensuring they are equipped to address complex employee relations issues while promoting a learning and just workplace environment.
Collaborate closely with the Head of Employee Relations and Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) to define and implement People strategies that drive organisational effectiveness, improve employee engagement, and support continuous cultural improvement initiatives.
Lead case reviews for complex employee relations matters, applying a just and learning approach to conflict resolution and employee engagement, ensuring fairness and transparency in all processes.
Person Specification Qualifications
Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Professional Qualification (Post graduate level 7) or equivalent
Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
Coaching Qualification
Experience
Previous experience of managing complex employee relations casework, including sickness absence and health and wellbeing.
Able to demonstrate the delivery of initiatives that have reduced sickness absence.
Policy development, designing and/or improving processes and systems.
Supervising/managing staff.
Providing high-quality case supervision.
Positively engaging with trade unions and staff.
In-depth knowledge and experience of employment legislation to include TUPE Transfers.
Experience in a large, highly complex organisation / NHS.
Facilitation Skills.
Employment Legal negotiations.
Additional criteria
Good understanding of best practice in improving attendance and creating healthy work environments.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a particular emphasis on report writing for the board and employment tribunals.
Evidence of expertise, interest and continuing professional development in sickness management and/or supporting staff with disabilities.
Strong track record and commitment to equality and inclusion with expert knowledge of disability.
Demonstrable experience of interpreting and applying terms and conditions of an organisation.
Digital literacy with ability to effectively use technology to work efficiently and deliver objectives.
Sound understanding of employment legislation and regulations, with experience in dealing with employment tribunals and related legal matters.
Experience in handling sensitive HR issues and employee relations matters, including managing conflicts and disputes effectively.
Sound understanding and interpretation of NHS Medical and national Terms and Conditions (e.g. Agenda for Change).
Understanding of health and safety standards; NICE guidance and the latest best practice in improving attendance at work.
Able to demonstrate innovation and new approaches in improving attendance.
Experience in safeguarding and PipPot process.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust
Head of Employee Relations and Inclusion
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