Interim Head of HR

I am sourcing a Interim Head of HR for a 6 month FTC to lead and deliver a progressive People & Culture agenda during an exciting period of growth and investment.

This will b 2-3 onsite working pattern. Stand alone role based in the Sandwell area.

This is a key leadership role, ideal for a pragmatic and hands-on HR professional who understands the complexities of the care sector and is confident operating across both strategic and operational HR.

Interim Head of HR responsibilities:

You will take ownership of the existing People Strategy driving its delivery while shaping a positive, high performing culture across a workforce of 350+ employees. Experience in regulated environments and safeguarding is essential.

You will work closely with managers across multiple sites to build capability, improve consistency in people management practices, and strengthen engagement and retention. This role requires someone who is not afraid to challenge, bring fresh thinking, and drive meaningful change.

• Lead and deliver the People Strategy, aligning it with business growth and operational needs
• Support and develop a large population of managers, many of whom are early in their leadership careers
• Drive improvements in employee relations practices, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies
• Provide expert guidance on safeguarding, employment law, and complex HR issues.
• Review and develop the full Recruitment / Talent process including the ATS system
• Use data and reporting (e.g. absence trends) to inform decision-making and improve performance
• Partner with the OD function to enhance training, leadership development, and internal communications
• Support ongoing and future acquisitions, including due diligence and integration
• Foster a strong, grounded and values-led culture across all services

About you

• Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role within the care industry (essential)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, employment law, and regulated environments
• Comfortable challenging the status quo and driving change
• Experience developing managers and building leadership capability
• Data-driven with strong critical thinking skills
• Ideally experienced in acquisitions or organisational growth environments

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