DEPUTY PRINCIPAL ( PART TIME )
| Posting date: | 12 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24.59 per hour |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 26 February 2026 |
| Location: | Belfast, County Antrim, BT2 7JD |
| Company: | The Recruitment Co |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | DPBRUCESTREETBAF_1770905490 |
Summary
Our client, A Large public sector organisation, is looking for A Deputy Principal for Human Resources ( part time ). The successful candidates will be required to start once the vetting paperwork and ANI completed.
Duration: up to 6 months
Rate of pay: £24.59 ph
Location: Bruce Street Belfast
Hours: 18.5 hours ( days to be agreed once started )
Main Duties Include:
HR Policy
* Policy ownership for NICS people policies - provision of support & policy advice.
* Policy renewal programme- implement a prioritised policy review plan to deliver best practice, fit for purpose and legally compliant HR policies that underpin people management operational processes across the NICS.
* Statutory compliance & workforce monitoring - implement actions to support organisational understanding of the
NICS workforce composition and applicant pools to inform affirmative or positive action measures and/or policy interventions.
The postholders may have line management responsibility and will support delivery of the key responsibilities within each work area as outlined above by taking forward actions such as:
* leading the review and development of specific strategies and policies (new or existing) including carrying out benchmarking research, gathering and analysing data or other information, conducting relevant impact assessment screening exercises and managing any change control processes arising as a result;
* preparation of timely responses for Ministerial, Departmental, internal or external correspondence;
* preparation of any HR Resourcing Policy related presentations, speeches or responses required by the Minister; Director People and OD; Director, HR Policy etc.; and
* robust oversight of the division's governance arrangements including financial monitoring returns, Business Plan, Business Continuity Plan, Risk Register and
Business Case Register) and commission / co-ordinate returns as and when required, ensuring deadlines are met.
The list of responsibilities is intended to indicate the broad range within the posts, it is however not exhaustive, and the post holders may be required to carry out other duties as required to meet business needs.
Essential Criteria:
* CIPD qualification.
* A high degree of self-motivation and well-developed planning and organisational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities to ensure compliance with deadlines.
* The ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders (both in writing and verbally), including the ability to draft clear and succinct policy papers, reports, submissions and briefings, based on evidence/ research; and to provide informed options / proposals, as required.
* Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain constructive, positive, and collaborative partnerships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve progress against objectives.
* The ability to successfully work as part of a team and independently and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
* Experience in reviewing and drafting HR policies and supporting guidance desirable.
* Previous experience or an interest in the subject matter desirable
To apply please send your CV via the link or email
Duration: up to 6 months
Rate of pay: £24.59 ph
Location: Bruce Street Belfast
Hours: 18.5 hours ( days to be agreed once started )
Main Duties Include:
HR Policy
* Policy ownership for NICS people policies - provision of support & policy advice.
* Policy renewal programme- implement a prioritised policy review plan to deliver best practice, fit for purpose and legally compliant HR policies that underpin people management operational processes across the NICS.
* Statutory compliance & workforce monitoring - implement actions to support organisational understanding of the
NICS workforce composition and applicant pools to inform affirmative or positive action measures and/or policy interventions.
The postholders may have line management responsibility and will support delivery of the key responsibilities within each work area as outlined above by taking forward actions such as:
* leading the review and development of specific strategies and policies (new or existing) including carrying out benchmarking research, gathering and analysing data or other information, conducting relevant impact assessment screening exercises and managing any change control processes arising as a result;
* preparation of timely responses for Ministerial, Departmental, internal or external correspondence;
* preparation of any HR Resourcing Policy related presentations, speeches or responses required by the Minister; Director People and OD; Director, HR Policy etc.; and
* robust oversight of the division's governance arrangements including financial monitoring returns, Business Plan, Business Continuity Plan, Risk Register and
Business Case Register) and commission / co-ordinate returns as and when required, ensuring deadlines are met.
The list of responsibilities is intended to indicate the broad range within the posts, it is however not exhaustive, and the post holders may be required to carry out other duties as required to meet business needs.
Essential Criteria:
* CIPD qualification.
* A high degree of self-motivation and well-developed planning and organisational skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities to ensure compliance with deadlines.
* The ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders (both in writing and verbally), including the ability to draft clear and succinct policy papers, reports, submissions and briefings, based on evidence/ research; and to provide informed options / proposals, as required.
* Highly developed interpersonal skills with ability to build and maintain constructive, positive, and collaborative partnerships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to achieve progress against objectives.
* The ability to successfully work as part of a team and independently and adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.
* Experience in reviewing and drafting HR policies and supporting guidance desirable.
* Previous experience or an interest in the subject matter desirable
To apply please send your CV via the link or email