HR Business Partner in Exeter

• HR Business Partner – Care Homes
• Harbour Healthcare Group

Circa £40k – £45k plus £5,000 car allowance and paid mileage.

Benefits

• Discounts on shopping, fashion, days out, travel and entertainment.
• Cycle scheme – up to 39% savings on bike purchase.
• Free face‑to‑face counselling for you and your family.
• Staff recognition award ceremonies.
• £30 voucher available every month for the nominated ‘Employee of the month’.
• Opportunities for training and career progression.
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
• Blue Light Card – up to 50% discount across 100+ retailers.
• Free eye test and discounted glasses.
• Cashback card – save up to £500 annually, usable at over 80 big brands.
• Wellbeing portal with free meditation series, mental health support programmes, workout plans, live digital gym classes and mindset series.
• Seasonal company events, competitions and incentives.
• Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £250 when referring a friend.
• On‑site parking.
• Summary of Role
• Ensure compliance with regulations, professional standards, policies, procedures and legislation (data protection, Equality Act, health and safety).
• Drive continuous improvement focusing on engagement & welfare activities, maximizing productivity, devolving HR responsibilities to line managers and building leadership capability.
• Support transformation and strengthening of organisational culture, ensuring company values and approach are displayed.
• Provide professional support and advice to transform and develop the organisation, enabling managers to manage workforce issues effectively.
• Support development of effective employment policies across Harbour Healthcare in consultation with senior managers and staff.
• Coaching, mentoring and supporting staff to identify strengths and development needs, championing diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Design and develop HR training programs for management and employees, incorporating best practice.
• Consult with management on performance, organisational and leadership matters; conduct needs assessments to enhance employee performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead by example, creating excellent working relationships and delivering Harbour Healthcare values.
• Coach, mentor and support regional managers and high potential colleagues; encourage retention.
• Support a robust up‑skilling program where gaps are identified.
• Ensure managers develop teams to deliver safe care and support Regional Teams.
• Work closely with support office departments to ensure timely delivery of the employee journey.
• Champion Harbour Healthcare as the employer of choice.
• Support the HR team to resolve concerns and complaints promptly; identify early potential loss or poor service delivery.
• Work with the Senior Regional Team on continual improvement of quality systems and processes.
• Provide expert advice and support, proactively managing risk.
• Ensure all HR policies, procedures and documentation are implemented effectively across Harbour Healthcare.
• Personal Specification
• Completed or working towards a CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, legislation, guidance and best practice in line with CQC.
• Experience of writing policies and procedures (desirable).
• Requires an Enhanced DBS check for Children and Adults.

NOTE: The duties and responsibilities are subject to change. The job description will be reviewed regularly.

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