Head of HR

Head of HR

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Human Resources to join our senior leadership team at Nouvita Healthcare. This is a pivotal role responsible for shaping and delivering a high‑performing, compliant, and people‑centred HR function across the organisation.

Reporting to the Clinical Director, you will play a key role in driving workforce strategy, supporting organisational growth, and fostering a positive and inclusive culture. You will also provide expert advice at Board level, ensuring workforce decisions align with both operational priorities and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and delivery of the HR strategy aligned with organisational and clinical objectives
• Act as a trusted advisor to the Board and senior leadership team
• Produce and present quarterly workforce reports, including insights, risks, and recommendations
• Contribute to organisational development, transformation, and continuous improvement

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with UK employment law and regulatory standards (including CQC requirements)
• Lead HR audits and drive continuous improvement in HR practices
• Maintain effective HR systems for workforce data, reporting, and analytics

Employee Relations & Culture

• Lead on complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, and performance management
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing culture
• Support managers in staff engagement, wellbeing, and performance

Leadership & Team Development

• Provide leadership to HR Administrators and the Training Department (via the Training Lead)
• Develop and coach the HR and training teams to deliver high‑quality services
• Strengthen collaboration across HR, Recruitment, and Operational teams

Learning & Development

• Oversee delivery and impact of training programmes across the organisation
• Monitor training compliance and quality
• Manage funding streams such as the Apprenticeship Levy and Workforce Development Fund
• Build strong partnerships with external training providers

Workforce Planning & Insight

• Lead workforce planning, retention, and succession strategies
• Analyse workforce data to identify trends and inform decision‑making
• Benchmark pay, benefits, and workforce practices across the sector

Operational & Regulatory Responsibilities

• Lead on sponsorship compliance and Home Office reporting
• Maintain a visible HR presence across services, including site visits and HR clinics
• Regularly report on HR performance, risks, and priorities

Candidate Profile

You will bring

• Significant experience in a senior HR leadership role
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and regulatory frameworks (e.g. CQC)
• Proven ability to lead HR strategy and organisational change
• Experience presenting workforce insights at Board level
• CIPD Level 5 qualification or above (or working towards)

You will be

• A strategic thinker with strong analytical skills
• A confident communicator who can influence at senior level
• Compassionate, professional, and resilient
• An effective leader with a passion for developing teams
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities

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