People Business Partner

Overview

Burton and South Derbyshire College is expanding its People & Performance team by recruiting two People Business Partners, each specializing in distinct areas: one focusing on Recruitment, Employee Relations & Organisational Change, and the other specializing in Performance, Wellbeing & Development. These permanent full-time positions offer a salary of A335,514 annually and participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme. The roles present an excellent chance to contribute to a progressive team during a period of positive organizational transformation.

Role Responsibilities

As a trusted People Business Partner, you will collaborate closely with managers in curriculum and professional services, offering expert advice, coaching, and constructive feedback on varied people-related issues. You'll assist in managing employee relations and organizational challenges, ensuring fair, consistent decisions aligned with employment law and organizational policies. Using workforce data and insights, you will identify trends, recommend improvements, and support People & Performance goals.

Recruitment, Employee Relations & Organisational Change Specialist

You will act as the Colleges expert in these areas, driving effective recruitment processes, workforce planning, organizational change initiatives, and managing complex employee relations cases. You will also enhance recruitment practices, oversee consultation and change management, handle employee relations fairly, and provide managers with practical guidance and training.

Performance, Wellbeing & Development Specialist

In this role, you will provide expert support in attendance, capability management, learning and development, talent management, and management development. Your efforts will empower managers, improve employee experience, and foster a positive organizational culture.

Candidate Profile

Candidates should be experienced HR professionals holding at least a CIPD Level 5 qualification, with strong knowledge of UK employment law and demonstrable experience advising and coaching managers on complex people matters. Confidence in handling sensitive issues, building trusted relationships, and providing balanced pragmatic advice is essential. Competency in analyzing data to detect trends and propose improvements is also required.

Why Join Us?

Burton and South Derbyshire College is an Ofsted outstanding institution committed to inclusivity, support, and ambition. Benefits include generous pension schemes, attractive holiday plans plus a holiday purchase option, free Employee Assistance Program, flexible working policies, competitive parental leave, comprehensive staff training with designated development days, on-site nursery with an excellent Ofsted rating, Cycle to Work Scheme, complimentary annual eye tests, gym access, staff discounts at campus dining and services, Employee of the Month recognition, health cash plan discounts, and a staff discount scheme.

Additional Information

The College promotes a diverse and inclusive environment reflecting community diversity and strongly encourages applications from under-represented groups. Successful candidates must undergo an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and internet screening aligned with safeguarding standards. The College prioritizes safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults.

Commitment to environmental sustainability is integral, with efforts toward achieving net zero impact embedded in college culture affecting staff, learners, visitors, and suppliers.

Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on Friday 14th August; late submissions are not accepted.