People Manager

People Manager
People and Culture Department
Band 7 £47,750 - £55,295 including Distant Islands Allowance per annum
The Balfour
Full time 37 hours per week
Permanent
Fixed-Term contract or Secondments will be considered*

NHS Orkney is currently seeking a skilled and dynamic individual to join our team as a People Manager.  This role is critical in providing proactive, cost-effective, and high-quality People services, which will have a significant contribution to the overall healthcare provision in the stunning Orkney Islands.

Key responsibilities:

• Strategic Leadership: Provide effective leadership and support to the Head of People and Culture, ensuring alignment with the Board’s strategies and Annual Delivery Plan.
• Team Management: Lead and manage the People team, fostering professionalism and excellence while providing direction and support to practitioners.
• Operational Excellence: Lead the provision of an effective operational People service, ensuring adherence to professional standards and organisational objectives.
• Expert Guidance: Offer expert judgement, advice, and guidance to management teams, developing and implementing people plans that meet service needs.
• Specialist Support: Provide complex professional People guidance to all managers, addressing a range of employment matters.
• Project Leadership: Take ownership of corporate People projects, collaborating to implement strategies supporting Board objectives.
• Capability Enhancement: Continually improve People management capability, providing responsive support to service groups, integrating strategic and operational priorities.

We have an exciting opportunity for those who want to make a meaningful impact within a forward-thinking healthcare organisation. Our vision is “Looking after our community and providing excellent care”, and we are looking for individuals who share our passion for driving positive change and supporting the well-being of our staff, patients, and communities.

It's important to note that being in a People/HR manager role is not a requirement for this position. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds, including those who are returning to work after a career break, such as maternity, paternity, or caring for others, or those who are coming from a different field. Your unique experiences from your previous work can bring a valuable perspective to our team.

Orkney is a group of islands located off the northern coast of Scotland, between John O’Groats and the Shetland Isles.  These islands are a true sanctuary, offering breathtaking views, stunning beaches, and endless miles of coastline.  If you're looking for a tranquil haven where you can always find your own space, Orkney is the perfect place for you.  It's no wonder that Orkney has been Scotland's top living destination for eight years in a row, drawing in people who crave a distinctive lifestyle by its captivating beauty.  If you're thinking about moving to Orkney, you can check out how it can positively change your life by visiting www.orkney.com.  Additionally, if you wish to talk to other colleagues who have already made the move, we can connect you to those who have experienced moving from other parts of the UK to Orkney.

When comparing pay rates across England and Scotland, NHS Scotland pays between 1.3% to 14.1% higher than England across all Agenda for Change bands. For this role, the pay rate in NHS Scotland is 4.4% to 7.5% higher than in England.

Benefits

As a valued employee of NHS Scotland, you can enjoy an extensive range of benefits including:

• Work-life balance – with opportunities for flexible working.
• Generous NHS pension scheme (employer contribution of 22.5%).
• Annual incremental salary progression (up to the maximum of the salary point) plus annual NHS salary scale review.
• Annual Leave – 27 days, increasing in line with service, plus 8 days public holiday per annum.
• Extensive NHS discounts and more.

For informal enquiries don't hesitate to get in touch with Steven Phillips, Head of People and Culture by email steven.phillips@nhs.scot

*If you wish to apply as a Secondment Opportunity, please discuss and agree with your line manager before applying.