Head of People (Maternity cover)
| Posting date: | 21 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £41,700.00 to £46,850.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £41700.00 - £46850.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 10 February 2026 |
| Location: | London, E2 9LU |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | B0657-HoPMat01 |
Summary
Key TasksLeadership- A member of SMT you will work with the People Sub-Committee and SMT to develop and implement organisational people strategies and plans to support the delivery of our organisational 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 AUKELs People policies and procedure are in compliance with the Charity Quality Standard.- Strive for excellence through the people in the organisation.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 UKs East Londons 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.