Interim Policy Manager

Job Description

Interim Policy ManagerHft is one of the leading learning disability charities in the country, providing support for 3,000 people with a learning disability and employing around 3000 staff. Operationally, we have been, and continue to be, innovative in recognising and championing great support, whilst taking an alternative view at how support is provided. Our efforts are sector leading and recognised and observed by CQC and local authorities who provide most of the funding for care packages.Like with all Social Care providers, we are facing very challenging times ahead. In response to the changing landscape across the learning disability sector, we have developed our business strategy, Fusion Biz, which provides a framework detailing how we run our business support activities, processes and systems across the organisation.This is your opportunity to join an organisation that welcomes creative ideas based on sound judgement and experience and allows for growth and efficiency.As our interim policy manager, you will be part of a broader HR team that includes Senior HR Business Partners and Helpdesk Officers.The interim Policy Manager will in particular work very closely with the other members of the HR team but also with our Staff Partnership Forum, the Internal Communications team and the Operations teams. However, in this role there is the potential to work with managers and staff across all areas of Hft.This role can be home based or based in Hft Central support office in Bristol. In the eventuality that the post holder is home based occasional travel to Hft Central Support office in Bristol may be required. Occasional overnight stays may also be required.Salary: £34,700 per annumHours: Full time, Contract - Fixed term for 6 - 9 monthsLocation: Emerson’s Green, BristolRequirements:You will be CIPD accredited and technically proficient in terms of understanding the implications of current and future employment law .You will have experience of successfully delivering the development, review and implementation of HR policy, procedure and project activity across the employee lifecycle.In your HR roles to date you will have gained an in-depth pragmatic understanding of a large number of HR disciplines including Performance Management, Talent, Reward and HR operations coupled with a full appreciation of the HR business partnering model.Whilst not essential, experience of working in the social care sector would be an advantage, however candidates who have experience of shaping HR policy across other sectors are encouraged to apply.In addition whilst not essential candidates who have experience of specifically introducing or modernising reward policies are also encouraged to apply.What we OfferAccess to the Hft Plus benefits package, which includes a great number of discounts and rewards across shops, restaurants, gym membership and days out; but also, an Employee Assistance Programme, with telephone and face-to-face support options. Access to award winning training and development – Hft is one of only four charities to have achieved the Skills for Care ‘Centre of Excellence’ provider status. Annual staff award scheme – The Fusion Awards, and peer recognition through our GEM awards programme. 25 days holiday (plus 8 bank holidays). A contributory pension scheme & life assurance eClosing date: Friday 28th August 2020STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE.You may have experience or an interest in the following: Policy Manager, Policy Officer, HR Manager, HR Business Partner, CIPD, HR Operations, Performance Management, Talent, Reward, Charity, Third Sector, Not for Profit, NFP, Social Care etc.