HRUC (Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges) embodies a collaboration of three college campuses that is recognized for its collective success. Our campuses are bustling centers of activity, offering superior courses, apprenticeships, and other educational opportunities that empower young individuals to achieve excellence. We are thrilled about the inauguration of our unified People and Organisational Development team, slated for January 2025, which marks an important step in our ongoing pursuit to be recognized as an exemplary employer. Our organizational ethos is centered on enriching our workforce’s experience, upholding our compliance obligations, and furthering HRUC’s objectives. We invite you to embark on this new chapter with us by submitting your application to join our team.
Under the guidance of the Assistant Director for Employee Data and People Services, we have established a novel position that provides both strategic and tactical assistance to HRUC, aligning and fostering the college group’s strategic goals and core values. Cooperation with senior leadership is fundamental to this role, contributing significantly to the cultivation of a high-performing organizational culture. Key responsibilities encompass:
– Cultivating robust relationships with senior management, serving as a reliable counsellor on People issues.
– Offering proficient guidance on employment legislation and best practices to both management and staff throughout the colleges.
– Spearheading People-centric projects and initiatives that further HRUC’s strategic intentions, which include talent acquisition, employee engagement, and embracing diversity.
– Crafting and executing strategic workforce plans that accommodate both immediate and long-term needs of the college.
– Contributing expertise to change management procedures, particularly in the realms of organisational development and structural adjustments.
We are on a quest to find an inspired and inventive candidate exhibiting the following attributes:
– CIPD accreditation at Level 5 or analogous relevant experience.
– A wealth of knowledge and expertise in managing various employee relations issues.
– An ability to operate at both strategic and operational levels to implement initiatives in alignment with the organisation’s aspirations.
– Exceptional interpersonal and communicative abilities, with the knack for forging rapport swiftly.
– Proficient in negotiation, persuasion, and delivering commendable customer service.
– Stellar planning and organizational capabilities.
Please be aware that we may expedite the application deadline if we receive a substantial pool of applicants before the set closing date.
Job Description and Further Details:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
HRUC champions equal opportunity in its recruitment efforts. We actively seek diverse applicants, without regard to disability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or civil status, religious beliefs, or pregnancy and maternity status.
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks:
HRUC is steadfast in its dedication to the safety and well-being of young and vulnerable adults and expects every member of our staff to embrace this commitment. As part of ensuring that we meet our safety obligations, pre-employment scrutiny, including Enhanced DBS checks, will be conducted for successful applicants. It is our policy not to reveal the content of references obtained to candidates