Job summaryAs Director of People & Education, you will lead the function, providing strategic direction across workforce planning, organisational development, learning and education, employee engagement, talent management, reward, resourcing and employee relations. The Director of People and Education will manage Resourcing, Learning & Talent, People Business Partner team and Clinical Education.
Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you'll act as a trusted advisor, influencing business strategy and ensuring our people agenda supports both operational excellence and long-term organisational success. Main duties of the jobThis is both a strategic and hands-on role, requiring someone who can lead and deliver the people agenda, while also staying close to operational detail and supporting the business with practical, solutions-focused leadership.
About usAt CHEC, we're proud to deliver outstanding community healthcare services that make a real difference to patients across the UK.
We're looking for an exceptional Director of People & Education to lead our people strategy, drive organisational capability, and help create an environment where colleagues can thrive.
The role is for ensuring we attract, develop, engage and retain the talent needed to support our ambitious growth plans while maintaining our values-driven culture. DetailsDate posted26 August 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary
Depending on experience
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference numberCHE1230752Job locations1-6 Star BuildingOlivers PlacePrestonLancashirePR2 9WTUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:
Develop and deliver CHEC's People & Education strategy.
Lead workforce planning to support organisational growth and service expansion.
Drive organisational development, succession planning and leadership capability.
Build a high-performance, inclusive and values-led culture.
Provide expert advice on complex people, organisational and employment matters.
Lead major change initiatives, including acquisitions, restructures and transformation programmes.
Oversee talent attraction, resourcing and employer branding strategies.
Develop reward, recognition and employee engagement programmes that improve retention and colleague experience.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements.
Lead and inspire a high-performing People and Education team.
About You
We're looking for an experienced People leader who combines strategic thinking with a pragmatic and collaborative approach.
You'll bring:
Essential
Chartered MCIPD/FCIPD (Level 7) or equivalent.
Significant senior leadership experience within HR, People, Talent or Organisational Development.
Proven success developing and delivering people strategies aligned to business growth.
Experience leading organisational change, transformation or acquisitions.
Strong workforce planning, talent management and succession planning expertise.
Extensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Why Join CHEC?
You'll have the opportunity to shape the future workforce, influence organisational strategy, and create an environment where colleagues can develop, succeed and make a difference every day.
25 days holidays plus bank holidays
Buy and sell annual leave scheme
Annual Company Bonus scheme
MediCash - Health Cash Plan
Refer a friend scheme
Company pension
Company sick pay scheme
Life assurance scheme
Bluelight Card- 100s of discount and cashback options
Performance review with a training and development plan
Employee discounts portal
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Tech scheme
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:
Develop and deliver CHEC's People & Education strategy.
Lead workforce planning to support organisational growth and service expansion.
Drive organisational development, succession planning and leadership capability.
Build a high-performance, inclusive and values-led culture.
Provide expert advice on complex people, organisational and employment matters.
Lead major change initiatives, including acquisitions, restructures and transformation programmes.
Oversee talent attraction, resourcing and employer branding strategies.
Develop reward, recognition and employee engagement programmes that improve retention and colleague experience.
Ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements.
Lead and inspire a high-performing People and Education team.
About You
We're looking for an experienced People leader who combines strategic thinking with a pragmatic and collaborative approach.
You'll bring:
Essential
Chartered MCIPD/FCIPD (Level 7) or equivalent.
Significant senior leadership experience within HR, People, Talent or Organisational Development.
Proven success developing and delivering people strategies aligned to business growth.
Experience leading organisational change, transformation or acquisitions.
Strong workforce planning, talent management and succession planning expertise.
Extensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills.
Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Why Join CHEC?
You'll have the opportunity to shape the future workforce, influence organisational strategy, and create an environment where colleagues can develop, succeed and make a difference every day.
25 days holidays plus bank holidays
Buy and sell annual leave scheme
Annual Company Bonus scheme
MediCash - Health Cash Plan
Refer a friend scheme
Company pension
Company sick pay scheme
Life assurance scheme
Bluelight Card- 100s of discount and cashback options
Performance review with a training and development plan
Employee discounts portal
Gym membership discounts
Cycle to work scheme
Tech schemePerson Specification
Additional Criteria
EssentialChartered MCIPD/FCIPD (Level 7) or equivalent. Significant senior leadership experience within HR, People, Talent or Organisational Development. Proven success developing and delivering people strategies aligned to business growth. Experience leading organisational change, transformation or acquisitions. Strong workforce planning, talent management and succession planning expertise. Extensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Person Specification
Additional Criteria
EssentialChartered MCIPD/FCIPD (Level 7) or equivalent.
Significant senior leadership experience within HR, People, Talent or Organisational Development.
Proven success developing and delivering people strategies aligned to business growth.
Experience leading organisational change, transformation or acquisitions.
Strong workforce planning, talent management and succession planning expertise.
Extensive knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
Outstanding stakeholder management and influencing skills. Experience leading and developing high-performing teams. Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer detailsEmployer nameCHECAddress1-6 Star BuildingOlivers PlacePrestonLancashirePR2 9WTUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCHECAddress1-6 Star BuildingOlivers PlacePrestonLancashirePR2 9WTUnited KingdomEmployer's website
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