Head of People and Culture
| Posting date: | 12 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £50-55K FTE (30-33K Pro Rata) |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 11 January 2026 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG1 5AF |
| Company: | Nottingham Playhouse Trust Ltd |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 25 |
Summary
Job Advert
HEAD OF PEOPLE & CULTURE
Part-time · 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Salary: £50,000–£55,000 pro rata (£30,000–£33,000 actual)
Location: Nottingham (hybrid)
At Nottingham Playhouse, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to grow and evolve, we’re looking for an
inspiring and strategic HR leader to help shape our culture and ensure our teams are supported, valued, and able to thrive.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of People & Culture will lead the development and delivery of our People &
Culture strategy. You’ll ensure we attract, support and retain exceptional staff and freelancers, while strengthening Nottingham
Playhouse’s reputation as a great place to work.
You will act as a trusted adviser to the Executive Team, Senior Management Team and Board, guiding organisational culture,
embedding inclusive practices, and supporting managers with confidence and clarity. This is a hands on, strategic role with real
influence across the whole organisation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
* Lead and deliver our People & Culture strategy aligned with the Playhouse’s mission and values.
* Drive a positive, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace culture.
* Provide expert HR insight and advice to senior leaders and the Board.
* Oversee workforce planning, organisational development and culture change projects.
* Support and guide managers on employee relations, performance, wellbeing and complex casework.
* Ensure compliance with employment law, safeguarding and HR best practice.
* Manage HR systems, data reporting and policy development.
* Lead recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, and talent progression.
* Champion EDI, wellbeing and staff engagement across the organisation.
* Manage the People & Culture budget and work closely with external specialists when required.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for a dynamic, empathetic HR professional who is passionate about building healthy, values driven workplaces. You’ll
bring:
* Significant senior HR experience in a generalist leadership role
* Strong skills in employee relations and casework
* Trade Union experience
* Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
* Experience developing people strategies, culture change and wellbeing programmes
* Confidence working with senior leaders and influencing at all levels
* Excellent coaching, communication and relationship-building skills
* Integrity, empathy and resilience
* CIPD Level 7+ or equivalent professional expertise
Desirable: experience in the arts/creative sector, familiarity with freelancer/artist contracting and experience with HRIS and ATS
( Breathe and Hireful)
WHY JOIN US?
You’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of Nottingham Playhouse, supporting an organisation that champions creativity,
community and inclusion. You’ll join a warm, collaborative team, with the flexibility to work both onsite and remotely.
HEAD OF PEOPLE & CULTURE
Part-time · 22.5 hours per week (0.6 FTE)
Salary: £50,000–£55,000 pro rata (£30,000–£33,000 actual)
Location: Nottingham (hybrid)
At Nottingham Playhouse, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to grow and evolve, we’re looking for an
inspiring and strategic HR leader to help shape our culture and ensure our teams are supported, valued, and able to thrive.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of People & Culture will lead the development and delivery of our People &
Culture strategy. You’ll ensure we attract, support and retain exceptional staff and freelancers, while strengthening Nottingham
Playhouse’s reputation as a great place to work.
You will act as a trusted adviser to the Executive Team, Senior Management Team and Board, guiding organisational culture,
embedding inclusive practices, and supporting managers with confidence and clarity. This is a hands on, strategic role with real
influence across the whole organisation.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
* Lead and deliver our People & Culture strategy aligned with the Playhouse’s mission and values.
* Drive a positive, inclusive and psychologically safe workplace culture.
* Provide expert HR insight and advice to senior leaders and the Board.
* Oversee workforce planning, organisational development and culture change projects.
* Support and guide managers on employee relations, performance, wellbeing and complex casework.
* Ensure compliance with employment law, safeguarding and HR best practice.
* Manage HR systems, data reporting and policy development.
* Lead recruitment, onboarding, learning and development, and talent progression.
* Champion EDI, wellbeing and staff engagement across the organisation.
* Manage the People & Culture budget and work closely with external specialists when required.
ABOUT YOU
We’re looking for a dynamic, empathetic HR professional who is passionate about building healthy, values driven workplaces. You’ll
bring:
* Significant senior HR experience in a generalist leadership role
* Strong skills in employee relations and casework
* Trade Union experience
* Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR compliance
* Experience developing people strategies, culture change and wellbeing programmes
* Confidence working with senior leaders and influencing at all levels
* Excellent coaching, communication and relationship-building skills
* Integrity, empathy and resilience
* CIPD Level 7+ or equivalent professional expertise
Desirable: experience in the arts/creative sector, familiarity with freelancer/artist contracting and experience with HRIS and ATS
( Breathe and Hireful)
WHY JOIN US?
You’ll play a vital role in shaping the future of Nottingham Playhouse, supporting an organisation that champions creativity,
community and inclusion. You’ll join a warm, collaborative team, with the flexibility to work both onsite and remotely.
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