At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide expert advice on people matters and support impactful initiatives.
- Company: Join a supportive People Services team in a dynamic organisation.
- Benefits: 30 days annual leave, flexible working, and a relaxed dress code.
- Other info: Opportunity to work on meaningful projects that shape organisational culture.
- Why this job: Broaden your experience and contribute to a positive workplace culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in a generalist People role and knowledge of employment law.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Lincoln
Contractual Hours: 37.5
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a People Partner to join our People Services team on a 9 month fixed term or secondment basis. Reporting to the People Manager (Employee Relations & Operations), you will play a key role in delivering a proactive, high-quality people service across the organisation. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced People professional to broaden their experience, support impactful initiatives and contribute to a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing workplace culture.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Provide expert advice and support on a wide range of people matters, including employee relations, absence management, disciplinary and grievance.
- Support complex employee relations casework with confidence and professionalism.
- Support and deliver key initiatives within the People Plan, including wellbeing, EDI and leadership development.
- Champion a culture of wellbeing and inclusion.
- Ensure consistent application of People policies, procedures and employment legislation.
- Work collaboratively across teams to continuously improve people practices and outcomes.
About You
- Has experience in a generalist People role, including complex employee relations casework.
- Has strong knowledge of employment law and its practical application.
- Is confident influencing and advising managers at all levels.
- Demonstrates excellent communication, organisation and decision‑making skills.
- Ideally holds (or is working towards) a CIPD Level 5 qualification.
- Is passionate about wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion.
Experience within education or the public sector is desirable but not essential.
Benefits
- Develop your People expertise in a varied and impactful role.
- Work on meaningful projects that shape organisational culture.
- Gain exposure to strategic people initiatives.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative People Services team.
- 30 days annual leave plus the ability to purchase annual leave each year (pro rata if part time).
- Flexible/Hybrid working options (one work from home day per week).
- Relaxed dress code on Fridays and non‑term time.
People Partner (Temporary to Cover Secondment) in Lincoln employer: Lincoln College
Join our dynamic People Services team in Lincoln as a People Partner, where you will have the opportunity to enhance your expertise while contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture. With a focus on wellbeing, equality, diversity, and inclusion, we offer a supportive environment that encourages professional growth through meaningful projects and strategic initiatives. Enjoy generous benefits including 30 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and a relaxed dress code, making this an excellent place for those seeking a rewarding career in people management.
