People & Organisational Development Associate Business Partner

MTW Covid-19 Experience Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization in the United Kingdom seeks a professional to support the Head of/People & OD Business Partners. This role involves providing first-line advice, coaching discussions with managers, and analyzing workforce data to improve organizational strategies. Candidates must have experience in coaching, change management, and a commitment to personal development. The organization offers a flexible working environment along with a range of employee benefits including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays

Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme

Blue Light card eligibility

Qualifications

• Experience in providing first-line advice and coaching conversations.
• Ability to analyze complex data to identify areas for improvement.
• Experience in change management and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of/People & OD Business Partners for designated Divisions.
• Provide detailed advice to leaders on P&OD policies and best practices.
• Plan and conduct projects to analyze workforce needs.

Job description

Role Summary

Please note this role is currently only being advertised to staff members who are currently working within the Kent and Medway IC.

To support the Head of/People & OD Business Partners for designated Divisions in:

Providing first line advice, ensuring that “every conversation is a coaching conversation” when advising managers. Providing timely and effective creation, interpretation and delivery of people & OD plans, interventions and strategies. Analysing complex data from a range of sources (including: P&OD key performance indicators, staff surveys, Workforce Race and Disability Equality Standards) to identify areas for improvement and support Divisions to address them. Supporting Divisional and corporate strategic workforce priorities, including through organisational development interventions, change management and cultural change. Providing detailed advice and guidance to leaders on the interpretation of P&OD policies and best practice. Work autonomously, support and challenge leaders in the identification of people & OD needs in respect of Divisional/Corporate agendas and in the application of best practice, providing advice and guidance on complex people & OD issues in order to minimise risk. Work closely with leaders to determine strategies to effectively manage workforce issues. To advise and support leaders in the implementation of organisational development interventions and change management. To work with the People & OD Business Partner and the transactional People & OD teams to ensure an effective People & OD service, utilising the expertise of the specialist teams. To analyse and interpret relevant workforce information and measures. Work with the People & OD Business Partner to develop strategies and written plans to ensure that the workforce supports current and future performance targets and recommend and implement initiatives that meet the business needs. To plan, design and conduct projects to analyse and respond to current and projected workforce need. To adopt a coaching style to ensure leaders take responsibility for and are supported in the people & OD aspects of their roles. To ensure continuing, personal and professional development, taking ownership and accountability for staying up-to-date and professionally registered with the CIPD.

Organization Overview

Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust ranks among the top 10 NHS Trusts nationwide and was named the second‑best Trust to work for in the South East in the 2023 and 2024 NHS Staff Survey. We are a large acute hospital trust in south‑east England, providing general hospital services and specialist care to around 600,000 residents in West Kent and East Sussex. With a dedicated and diverse team of over 8,000 staff we are proud to offer specialised cancer services to over two million people through the Kent Oncology Centre. Fordcombe Hospital, near Tunbridge Wells, became part of the Trust in October 2024. Specialising in planned care, it offers two operating theatres, 28 inpatient and day‑care beds, diagnostic services (X‑ray, MRI, CT, and endoscopy), and consultation/treatment rooms.

Flexible Working

We are a flexible working‑friendly organisation. Whether it’s adjusting your hours or exploring other flexible arrangements, we want to work with you to find the best solution for you, our patients, and the Trust. Talk to us about how we can accommodate your working needs.

Benefits

• At least 27 days of annual leave plus public/bank holidays (pro‑rate for part‑time staff).
• Membership in the NHS Pension Scheme, with a 20.6% employer contribution and life assurance benefits.
• Blue Light card eligibility.
• And more, additional benefits can be found in the benefits documents below.

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