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Job overview

We are seeking a dynamic, solution-focused individual with a drive for HR excellence. The Head of Human Resource Services & Employee Relations is a pivotal member of the People Directorate and plays a key role in leading these areas of focus.

An experienced employee relations professional demonstrated successful delivery of HR operational and advice services with a view to advancing HR best practice and modern HR approaches.

This role will support the development of the People function specifically around Employee Relations, Policy development, advancement of a Restorative Just and Learning culture and to use our policies and process to support our workforce at Sirona,

The role will lead initiatives to develop our relationships with trade union and staff side groups. The role will design and implement a strategic approach to policy development and work with our Culture, Staff Engagement, EDI and Wellbeing leads.

Reporting to the Deputy Chief People Officer and Director of HR this role will have regular direct contact with the Senior Leaders across Sirona. 
Ideally you will have extensive experience of working within the public sector at a similar level and within a complex organisation.

Please review to the job description to find out more specific requirements of the role and the key skills and experience we are looking for.

Main duties of the job

This role will report to the Deputy Chief People Officer (DCPO) and play a pivotal role in the transformation and improvement of Sirona through our people.

The post holder will lead the Human Resources (HR) Services and Employee Relations (ER) function and team, all HR governance, terms and conditions of employment, HR policy, process, compliance. 

This is a key role that will require strong links and influence with all peers across PDC to ensure legislation is followed, whilst maintaining Sirona’s values, ensuring these are directly linked to the strategic objectives.

Alongside HR expertise, strong employment law and HR practice, you will have a real passion to make change and influence staff to work ethically with an awareness of inclusive practice,  while supporting employee engagement.

Working for our organisation

Ever dreamt about a career that sparks excitement and fosters your professional growth? Picture yourself waking up eager to make a real difference in our community, surrounded by teams who value your unique ideas.

We are Sirona care & health – England’s largest provider of Adult’s and Children’s Community Services and we’d love for you to join us in Bristol, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire.

Agenda for Change Salary, full NHS benefits, 27+ days’ annual leave, and participation in the NHS Pension Scheme – just a glimpse of the benefits you’ll receive.

We welcome and encourage all applicants. We are committed to having a workforce that reflects the communities we support and are proactively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce. We know diversity fosters creativity and innovation.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where all belong. We aim to draw upon the widest possible range of views and experiences to meet the changing needs of our colleagues, partners and communities we serve.

Whether you're starting your journey in healthcare, looking for a fresh challenge within the NHS, or contemplating a career change, don't be daunted by the prospect of something different – we create development opportunities for all our colleagues and apprentices.

Interested? View our benefits leaflet which you can find attached to this vacancy.