Director with HR experience

0-5 hours / month Directors are required to attend quarterly Board meetings. All other requirements are ad-hoc and can be fulfilled remotely., For over twenty years Lifeskills has been supporting children and people with learning disabilities, to live safer, healthier and more independent lives. Our unique facility allows us to deliver safety education using interactive, hands-on activities.

Role of the HR Director

To ensure highest standards of governance relating to employee relations, recruitment, retention, reward and recognition as well as staff training and development.

Advising the charity in respect of HR matters and ensuring that the charity follows best practice and all regulatory/legal requirements are met.

Key Responsibilities

- Ensure compliance with the charity's governing documents, relevant laws, and HR best practices.

- Provide strategic oversight of HR functions including recruitment, staff development, retention, and performance management.

- Support and advise the board on HR issues and work closely with the Centre Manager to align HR strategies with the organisation's mission and goals.

- Facilitate the development and revision of HR policies and procedures.

- Guide the Centre Manager and Board of Directors in implementing effective HR systems that enhance the organisational culture and work environment.

- Play a role in the strategic planning and execution of organisational change and development., Please provide a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an informal Zoom chat with our Centre Manager and Chair.
About Lifeskills
Causes

• Children / families


• Community safety / victim support / domestic violence


• Health and well being / research and care


• Learning disabilities / difficulties


• Young people
  
  Up-to-date HR knowledge and experience, and ability to share this with other Directors.


• Ability to keep an active overview of all policies pertaining to staffing.


• A good team player who can work with a small, committed board and our Centre Manager.


• Existing Trustee experience is desirable but not essential.


• Having an interest in our cause is crucial for all Directors.
  
  Lifeskills has been providing safety education and training to people across the West of England area for over 20 years. Our aim is to secure low injury rates without compromising health or quality of life. Over 200,000 people have received training here and Lifeskills has gained a solid reputation as a Centre of Excellence for the delivery of safety education.


As HR Director, you will play a key role in protecting and shaping the future of the charity, helping to ensure that we can continue providing this vital service for many years to come.