Job Introduction
Fixed Term Contract Until 31st March 2026
About Us
Bradford Children and Families Trust was established in April 2023 to bring a massive change in the quality and delivery of Children’s Services across our district. Our purpose is clear, to ensure that our promise to improve the lives of children and young people in Bradford becomes a reality. It’s a tough ask. It requires dedication, determination, and resilience – but under a new Chief Executive, Senior Leadership team and an unswerving drive to deliver the best outcomes, we are confident that we’ll achieve our ambition – and you, yours.
So, if you’re up for the challenge we’d love to hear from you!
About The Role
As a HR Business Partner, you will provide HR support to managers and employees across Early Help and the Workforce and Learning division. You will act as a strategic partner to senior leaders and line managers, providing guidance on structural efficiencies and improvement to practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the first point of contact for employees and line managers on HR matters. Provide advice and guidance on HR policies, employee relations issues, performance management, learning and development, and recruitment.
- Build strong working relationships with senior leaders and line managers. Quickly understand their business needs and HR priorities in order to provide strategic and operational support.
- Handle complex employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance procedures. Investigate issues thoroughly while maintaining confidentiality. Make recommendations and ensure proper procedures are followed.
- Support management in employee performance management, including probation, performance appraisals and performance improvement plans. Provide guidance on having effective performance conversations.
- Advise on learning and development needs within the departments. Support the design and implementation of departmental training plans. Provide guidance on talent management and succession planning.
- Support recruitment activities, including approving job descriptions, advising on appropriate sourcing strategies, shortlisting candidates and participating in interviews. Ensure all recruitment procedures are fair, transparent and compliant.
- Keep up to date with changes in HR legislation and best practices. Maintain knowledge of HR policy and guidance. Ensure managers and employees understand the impact of any changes.
- Promote continuous improvement to enhance HR services throughout the organisation
- Undertake ad hoc projects and provide HR reports and data analysis as required.
About You
- CIPD level 5
- Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a similar strategic HR role.
- Experience within a Public Sector organisation is desirable
- Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. Experience of implementing HR initiatives and managing change.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and consulting skills. Ability to build effective working relationships at all levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to resolve complex issues with empathy, sensitivity and confidentiality.
- Proficient with HR systems (SAP) and Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
List of Benefits
- Generous Employer Contributions in a Local Government Pension Scheme
- Competitive salary and pay progression structure.
- Real living wage as the minimum rate of pay
- Supportive carer and parental policies
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Access to Occupational Health and confidential counselling services
- Supportive staff networks
- Access to Blue Light Card Discounts
- Professional development/support
- Career Progression
- Enhanced annual leave entitlement
- Social Worker Registration Fees paid
- Flexible Working/Hybrid options subject to service need
Next Steps
For an informal discussion around this role, please contact Head of HR, Angela Dyer on Angela.dyer@bradfordcft.org.uk
Closing date: 15th June 2025
Interview date: 26th June
Interview Location: Sir Henry Mitchell House