Interim Deputy Chief People Officer

Overview

Interim Deputy Chief People Officer opportunity to drive forward the Trust’s People Strategy in line with the NHS People Plan and to support an impending merger. Due to potential strategic changes, this role may be offered as a secondment or fixed term contract, with any contract limited to 31 March 2026. The role is full time and will require the majority of the working week onsite; flexible working requests will be considered.Main duties of the job

The Deputy Chief People Officer will manage and lead the HR Business Partnering service, Operational People Team services of the Directorate, which includes the electronic staff record (ESR) and other workforce systems, Payroll, temporary staffing, people business intelligence, information and reporting, e-rostering and job planning, shared services and outsourcing, and a People advisory and administrative service. They will strategically lead the transactional and operational services within the People Directorate and, working with the CPO, Head of Organisation Development, Culture and Engagement and Head of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, take a lead role in service transformation and culture change. The Deputy Chief People Officer will deputise for the CPO where appropriate.About us

Please refer to the attached VMV document for our refreshed vision, mission and values. The Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation Trust is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We are particularly keen to attract candidates from underrepresented backgrounds to better meet the needs of the service users and students that we serve.Details

Date posted: 02 September 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for ChangeBand: Band 8cSalary: £85,431 to £97,148 per year (pro rata) inclusive of HCASContract: Fixed termDuration: 6 monthsWorking pattern: Full-time, Flexible workingReference number: 260-TP-980Location: Tavistock Centre, 120 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5BAJob responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person specification for more information on the role requirements and duties.Person Specification

QualificationsComparable previous experience to Masters qualification in a relevant Human Resources Management, Organisational and Workforce Development or Education and Training roleRelevant professional qualification in Human Resources Management, Organisational and Workforce DevelopmentMCIPD qualifiedExperiencePrevious experience leading significant people programmes of transformational/complex changeManagement of complex employee relations casesExperience in health and/or education sectors gaining HR/workforce/education development/medical staffing experienceService/quality improvement experienceSkillsAbility to develop and deliver strategy at organisational and departmental level and translate to operational deliveryPolitical/strategic influencing and persuasion skillsHighly developed communication and negotiation skills (written, verbal, formal and informal presentations)Leadership, management and people development capabilityAbility to manage challenge, confrontation, conflict and resistanceStrong analytical and judgement skills; ability to interpret options under uncertaintyFinancial/budgetary management skillsKnowledgeAbility to work across organisational/professional boundariesExperience with professional representative bodies, unions, registration and regulatory organisationsApplication of employment law in a workplace settingCommitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workforcePersonal attributesDemonstrable motivation and driveCredible and authoritative in a senior forumVisionary and creative, collaborative in approachDesire to improve mental health services for patients and clientsCommitment to staff and team development; resilience to manage staff issuesAbility to manage high levels of uncertainty and interruptions; proactive problem-solvingInquisitive and adept at addressing complex problemsOtherAbility to travelKeyboard/IMandT skillsLegal and employment information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required.Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK will be considered. For information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration. See NHS Careers for details.Employer details

Tavistock and Portman NHS Foundation TrustTavistock Centre, 120 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5BAEmployer website: ..... full job details .....