Head of People (Maternity cover)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Ionawr 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £41,700 i £46,850 bob blwyddyn, pro rata |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | 5% pension employee contribution, various benefits |
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Chwefror 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Russia Lane, E2. Marie Lloyd Centre, E8. 655 Barking Road, E13 |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | Age UK East London |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | HoPMat01 |
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Lead and develop the charity’s HR and Volunteering functions (People) to foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive work environment, in line with the organisation’s values and EDI objectives
Key Tasks
Leadership
• Work with the People Sub-Committee (PSC) and SMT to develop and implement
organisational people strategies and plans to support the delivery of our rganisational
strategy for older people.
• Have responsibility for our progress against these plans; measure and report this to PSC and SMT, including by administering our annual people survey, volunteer survey and trustee survey. Identify areas that require improvement and make recommendations for change.
People management
• Oversee People-related policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UK
employment law and best practices.
• Support the development and implementation of Learning and Development (L&D)
initiatives.
• Provide support and guidance to those in line management roles within the organisation including on performance management issues and processes.
• Provide line management and support to the Community and Volunteer Manager, ensuring their work aligns with organisational priorities.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and change management.
Administration
• Ensure all employee compliance requirements are met, including DBS checks, right to work documentation, and up-to-date staff records.
• Work with the DFO to ensure accurate and timely monthly payroll processing)
Quality
• Ensure that AUKEL’s People policies and procedure are in compliance with the Charity Quality Standard.
Liaison
• To participate to the National Age UK HR network to exchange insight and learn good practice.
• To liaise with our Solicitor team to ensure compliance when managing complex cases.
• To represent AUKEL and participate in appropriate external meetings and events in order to remain aware of local, regional and national issues affecting quality and compliance issues affecting charitable companies.
• To attend relevant HR/ Employment Law seminars or work groups as the AUKEL HR ambassador.
General
• To meet regularly with the CEO for support, supervision and appraisal.
• To attend team and staff meetings, as required.
• To undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of Age UK East London.
• To undertake any training required to fulfil the role.
• To carry out the duties of the post in accordance with Age UK’s East London’s policies and procedures including: Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
Functional links
• This role reports directly to the CEO
• Excellent working relationship with SMT and Finance team.
• Close working relationship is needed with the Operations Coordinator and the Executive and Governance Coordinator.
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!
Experience
• Significant experience of a Generalist HR role including managing employee relations in compliance with UK employment law.
• Experience in collaboratively developing policies and procedures.
• Experience in working collaboratively with managers to provide both constructive
feedback and support to staff.
• Experience of line management and developing staff or
volunteers.
Knowledge & Understanding
• Strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practice across People Functions.
• Degree in Human Resource Management or have acquired
the equivalent CIPD level through experience assessment (or working towards same)
Skills/Attributes
• Excellent verbal and written communication including ability to write reports and present to different stakeholder groups.
• Ability to collect and analyse data to extract insights and trends to make informed
decisions.
• Intermediate IT skills including using of Microsoft form and polls.
• Values-driven and aligned with the mission of the charity.
• Empathetic, with a strong commitment to employee and
volunteer well-being.
Additional Requirements
• This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
• This post is required to ensure to undertake regular CPD to ensure that their working knowledge is up to date with changes in employment law and HR best practice.
Key Tasks
Leadership
• Work with the People Sub-Committee (PSC) and SMT to develop and implement
organisational people strategies and plans to support the delivery of our rganisational
strategy for older people.
• Have responsibility for our progress against these plans; measure and report this to PSC and SMT, including by administering our annual people survey, volunteer survey and trustee survey. Identify areas that require improvement and make recommendations for change.
People management
• Oversee People-related policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with UK
employment law and best practices.
• Support the development and implementation of Learning and Development (L&D)
initiatives.
• Provide support and guidance to those in line management roles within the organisation including on performance management issues and processes.
• Provide line management and support to the Community and Volunteer Manager, ensuring their work aligns with organisational priorities.
• Manage complex employee relations cases, including grievances, disciplinary actions, and change management.
Administration
• Ensure all employee compliance requirements are met, including DBS checks, right to work documentation, and up-to-date staff records.
• Work with the DFO to ensure accurate and timely monthly payroll processing)
Quality
• Ensure that AUKEL’s People policies and procedure are in compliance with the Charity Quality Standard.
Liaison
• To participate to the National Age UK HR network to exchange insight and learn good practice.
• To liaise with our Solicitor team to ensure compliance when managing complex cases.
• To represent AUKEL and participate in appropriate external meetings and events in order to remain aware of local, regional and national issues affecting quality and compliance issues affecting charitable companies.
• To attend relevant HR/ Employment Law seminars or work groups as the AUKEL HR ambassador.
General
• To meet regularly with the CEO for support, supervision and appraisal.
• To attend team and staff meetings, as required.
• To undertake any other duties within the competence of the post holder as may be required from time to time for the continued smooth running of Age UK East London.
• To undertake any training required to fulfil the role.
• To carry out the duties of the post in accordance with Age UK’s East London’s policies and procedures including: Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety, Confidentiality, Complaints, GDPR, Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults.
Functional links
• This role reports directly to the CEO
• Excellent working relationship with SMT and Finance team.
• Close working relationship is needed with the Operations Coordinator and the Executive and Governance Coordinator.
Person Specification
Research shows that while middle class white men tend to apply for job when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women, people from the global majority, and people from other marginalised groups that encounter systematic discrimination tend to apply only when they meet all criteria. So, if you think you have what it takes, but don’t meet every single aspect of the job description, please still apply!
Experience
• Significant experience of a Generalist HR role including managing employee relations in compliance with UK employment law.
• Experience in collaboratively developing policies and procedures.
• Experience in working collaboratively with managers to provide both constructive
feedback and support to staff.
• Experience of line management and developing staff or
volunteers.
Knowledge & Understanding
• Strong understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion principles and practice across People Functions.
• Degree in Human Resource Management or have acquired
the equivalent CIPD level through experience assessment (or working towards same)
Skills/Attributes
• Excellent verbal and written communication including ability to write reports and present to different stakeholder groups.
• Ability to collect and analyse data to extract insights and trends to make informed
decisions.
• Intermediate IT skills including using of Microsoft form and polls.
• Values-driven and aligned with the mission of the charity.
• Empathetic, with a strong commitment to employee and
volunteer well-being.
Additional Requirements
• This post is subject to the relevant check through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)
• This post is required to ensure to undertake regular CPD to ensure that their working knowledge is up to date with changes in employment law and HR best practice.