Head of HR - Gas Street

The Head of HR will play a vital role in fostering a positive and supportive work environment aligned with Gas Street’s values and mission. This role is responsible for overseeing all HR functions including training, recruitment, employee relations, payroll management, legal compliance, performance management and staff development. The Head of HR will work closely with the senior leadership team (Exec) to build an inspiring and inclusive work environment for the staff team at Gas Street Church, enabling and empowering them in their roles.

Key areas of responsibility:

• Be actively involved in recruitment by reviewing and updating job descriptions with line managers, posting ads and managing the hiring process
• Responsible for managing all HR functions including overseeing the HR Administrator
• Promote employee wellbeing by acting as a trusted point of contact for staff, providing a confidential and supportive space where employees feel comfortable raising concerns or sharing feedback.
• Lead on initiatives such as employee surveys and feedback sessions, ensuring staff voices are heard and represented
• Provide line managers and Exec with specialist advice, guidance and interpretation of HR policy and practice, specifically in relation to employee relations activity
• Review and update employment contracts and agreements
• Conduct an effective onboarding process
• Provide strategic and tactical leadership in all areas relating to HR
• Monitor, review and update all HR policies and ensure these are in line with current legislation and Gas Street culture
• Develop and implement new HR initiatives and systems
• Assist and advise line managers in performance management processes
• Support the management of disciplinary and grievance issues
• Review employment and working conditions to ensure legal compliance
• Identify and assess future and current training needs through job analysis, career paths, annual performance appraisals and consultation with line managers
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness and success of training programs
• Collaborate with ministries and Heads of Department to develop and maintain Professional Development Training
• Manage the department budget
• Ensure all staff are safely recruited and DBS checked where appropriate
• Maintain a keen understanding of training trends, developments and best practices
• Work within Gas Street’s values and work cooperatively across the organisation

Person Specification:

• Strong commitment to the mission and life of Gas Street
• Proven HR experience in a generalist role
• Ideally CIPD qualified
• Demonstrates both empathy and approachability, to ensure a safe and approachable space where employees feel supported and heard
• Ability to work with confidential information in a trustworthy manner
• Track record in designing and executing successful training programs
• Flexibility to adapt plans when needs arise
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to prioritise
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Ability to plan, multi-task and manage time effectively
• Strong writing and record keeping ability for reports and training manuals
• Good computer and database skills

Working requirements:

• Part-time, permanent role (22.5 hours per week)
• 25 days annual leave (pro rata)
  • statutory bank holidays (pro rata)
  • three additional days at Christmas
  • two retreat days across the year
• Attend weekly staff meeting
• Evening and weekend flexibility as required
• Unpaid leave as agreed with Senior Pastors

To find out more and to apply for the role, please click here.

Applications close: Wednesday 27 November 11.55pm

Interview date: Monday 2 December PM

The PCC of St Luke's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

We welcome applications from any individuals who feel that they meet the person specification, in particular from those who are currently under-represented on our staff team such as those from ethnic minority backgrounds and those with visible or invisible disabilities.