Director of People and Culture

Summary:

Director of People and Culture job opportunity with a focus on strategic leadership and inclusive culture.

About the School:

The school is committed to fostering an inclusive, values-driven environment that supports the holistic development of children and young adults, while promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

The Opportunity:

As the Director of People and Culture, you will provide strategic leadership for all people-related functions across the organisation. This is a key role in shaping a values-led, inclusive, and safe culture for our diverse workforce and the vulnerable children and young adults we support. You will lead on workforce planning, recruitment, employee relations, performance and talent development, while ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards and employment legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and implement a people strategy aligned with the organisation’s mission, safeguarding responsibilities, and regulatory requirements.
• Act as a strategic advisor to the CEO and Senior Leadership on all workforce and organisational development matters.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant employment and sector-specific legislation.
• Lead and oversee all HR operations including employee relations, performance management, absence and wellbeing.
• Develop and implement L&D strategies that meet all mandatory training requirements and support professional growth.
• Present people data, analysis and reports to other strategic leaders to support decision making and influence operational decision-making.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement across the organisation.
• Support the development of a safe, inclusive, and values-driven workplace environment.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional HR qualification.
• Significant senior HR/People leadership experience within a complex organisation.
• Proven experience of leading organisational culture change and workforce development strategies.
• Commitment to safeguarding, student welfare, equality and diversity.
• Strong strategic and analytical skills with the ability to influence decision-making at senior levels.

Preferred

• Evidence of continued professional development in HR, organisational development, or leadership.
• Experience working within the education or children’s services sector.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a team in a multi-site environment.
• Experience with performance management, talent development, and employee engagement initiatives.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £63,837.00 - £67,435.00 per annum.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.