Interim Head of HR

We are delighted to be recruiting to a new role at Interim Head of HR for Morden College, based in Blackheath, South London.

Morden College is a historic charity founded in 1695, dedicated to supporting over 250 older people across two sites in Blackheath and Beckenham, as well as in our Care Home. We are committed to promoting independent and healthy living, challenging ageism, and fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community.

We are seeking an experienced HR Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will work closely with leaders, managers, and teams to build organisational and people capability, ensuring the charity delivers its strategic objectives and remains a great place to work.

Responsibilities:

- Build trusted relationships with leaders, managers, and teams.

- Manage and develop the HR Officer and HR Assistant.

- Provide a full generalist People service, including managing complex employee relations issues, reward management, and HR systems.

- Coach and support line managers in handling sensitive casework.

- Oversee HR systems, data handling, and reporting.

-Support the Director of People & Culture in managing people risks and delivering projects.

- Draft and update HR policies and ensure compliance with CQC Quality Standards.

- Promote EDI across the organization.

- Monitor demographics and take action to improve, including providing relevant training and support.

We are seeking an excellent people manager, that really enjoys developing and coaching their team. You will bring good generalist HR experience and knowledge of HR processes, as well as excellent employee relations experience and the ability to apply the law pragmatically. Developing trusted partnerships with managers and senior leaders will be a key part of this role and excellent oral and written communication skills are required.

At Morden College, you will be part of a purposeful, responsible community that is a great place to live and work. Join us and you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of older people, promoting healthy ageing and combatting loneliness.

We are offering hybrid working and there is the possibility of this role becoming permanent. Parking onsite also available.