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Salary: £75,000 - £85,000 Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire - 60-acre campus Contract: Full-time, permanent Shape the future. Drive innovation. Transform lives. At St Elizabeth's, technology isn't just about systems and servers - it's a vital enabler of the life-changing work we do every day. Set within 60 acres of stunning Hertfordshire countryside, we are a unique and values-led charity, supporting children and adults with epilepsy, learning disabilities, and other complex needs through specialist education, residential care, and health services. Now, under a bold and ambitious five-year strategy, we are investing in our future - modernising, growing, and embracing innovation. We are looking for an exceptional Head of IT to lead this transformation, shaping a technology roadmap that supports our services today while building for tomorrow. This is a strategic leadership role, not an operational "keep the lights on" post. You'll work at the heart of our organisation, ensuring our digital infrastructure, systems, and innovation keep pace with - and enable - our mission, while providing direct line management to our IT Manager and working closely with them on both operational delivery and ICT budget management. • Lead our long-term IT strategy - ensuring our technology supports organisational growth, service development, and digital inclusion for everyone we support., • Provide direct line management to the IT Manager, ensuring day-to-day operations align with strategic goals., • Develop, manage, and monitor the ICT budget in partnership with the IT Manager, ensuring cost-effective and future-proof investment decisions., • Champion AI, automation, and assistive technology to transform care, education, and operational delivery., • Oversee a comprehensive modernisation programme ensuring operational systems digitally interface efficiently, sharing data across all service and support areas., • Drive integration of systems to enable real-time data insights, streamlined processes, and improved user experience., • Advise the CEO, Board, and Senior Leadership Team on opportunities, risks, and technology trends, ensuring decisions align with organisational goals and sector best practice., • Build strong relationships with technology providers and sector networks to bring innovation and best practice into the organisation., • Collaborate across teams to embed technologies that make a tangible difference to the lives of our children, young people, and adults. You'll be a visionary IT leader who can see the bigger picture - and bring it to life. You'll combine strong technical knowledge with strategic thinking, commercial awareness, and the ability to inspire confidence in technology across a diverse organisation. You will have: • Experience leading IT strategy in a complex, multi-site organisation., • Proven experience managing IT teams, including direct line management of senior IT staff., • The ability to develop and oversee ICT budgets, ensuring financial accountability and value for money., • The credibility to influence senior leaders, Board members, and external partners., • A track record of delivering impactful technology projects that enhance service delivery., • A passion for using technology to improve people's lives - particularly in education, care, or charity settings., • A pivotal leadership role in a forward-thinking, purpose-driven charity., • The opportunity to design and deliver a full digital transformation., • A collaborative, supportive culture where innovation is encouraged and valued., • A beautiful working environment with on-site facilities., • Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications. St Elizabeth's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role. We are proud to be an Investors in People and Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact us at . Registered Charity: 1176777 #INDMGR #J-18808-Ljbffr

HR Advisor Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire (SG10 6EW) Salary: Competitive – dependent on experience Contract: Full-time | Permanent Working arrangements: On-site, Monday–Friday Less HR from a distance. More HR where it actually happens. Are you an experienced HR Advisor looking for your next challenge? Perhaps you're already working at a senior level and looking for greater responsibility. Or maybe you're an established HR professional who enjoys partnering with managers, solving people challenges and making a genuine difference. At St Elizabeth's, we're growing and evolving, and we're looking for the right person to join our People Team. We're more interested in what you can bring than the job title you currently hold. Whether your strengths lie in providing excellent day-to-day HR advice, managing complex employee relations matters or supporting senior leaders with wider people challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Why this role is different This isn't a hybrid role – and here's why. You'll be based with us on-site in Much Hadham, working alongside the managers and teams you support. You'll build relationships, understand the challenges our services face and have those everyday conversations that can prevent small issues becoming bigger problems. You'll be part of a supportive People Team, with the opportunity to influence how we work and contribute to the future development of our organisation. About St Elizabeth's Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, St Elizabeth's is a specialist charity supporting children, young people and adults with epilepsy and other complex needs. With approximately 700 colleagues across education, residential care, supported living and day opportunities, we offer a genuinely varied and rewarding environment. Our values are at the heart of everything we do: Aspirational | Collaborative | Joyful | Compassionate What you'll be doing Working closely with our Head of People Relations and Policy and wider People Team, you'll provide professional, practical HR advice and support across the organisation. Depending on your experience, you'll be involved in: Advising managers on employee relations matters, including absence, disciplinary, grievance, capability and performance. Supporting or leading complex ER cases, investigations and formal processes. Coaching and developing managers to confidently manage their teams. Supporting organisational change, workforce planning and wider People initiatives. Contributing to HR policies, processes, manager training and continuous improvement. Building strong relationships with managers and senior leaders. Using HR data and workforce insights to identify opportunities for improvement. For candidates bringing more senior experience, there will be opportunities to take greater ownership of complex matters, influence organisational decisions and contribute to strategic People initiatives. About you We're looking for someone who enjoys the people side of HR, can build trust and knows how to balance employment legislation with practical, sensible solutions. You'll ideally bring: Experience in an HR advisory, senior advisory or business partnering role. Good knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Experience supporting or managing employee relations matters. Confidence advising, coaching and challenging managers. Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills. A CIPD qualification or equivalent HR experience appropriate to your level. Experience within education, health, social care or another regulated environment would be advantageous, but isn't essential. You don't need to tick every box. We're interested in your experience, your approach and what you could bring to our team. Why join us? We're not going to pretend HR here will always be easy. But you'll have the opportunity to make a genuine difference, support colleagues who do incredible work and help shape how our People function develops. You'll also enjoy: From 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, increasing with service. Contributory pension with up to 6% employer contribution. Life Assurance and Employee Assistance Programme. Blue Light Card and discounted gym membership. Free on-site parking and subsidised staff transport. Affordable on-site accommodation options. Fully funded Enhanced DBS. £1,000 Recommend a Friend Scheme for eligible roles. Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities. Ready for something different? Whether you're an experienced HR Advisor ready for your next step or already operating at a more senior level, we'd love to hear from you. We're looking for the right person, not simply the right job title. The scope of the role and salary will reflect the experience and capabilities of the successful candidate. Apply today by completing our online application form and uploading your CV. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Safeguarding & Inclusion St Elizabeth's is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. We are proud to be an Investors in People and Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the recruitment process. Join St Elizabeth's and do HR somewhere your advice can genuinely make a difference. #INDMGR TPBN1_UKTJ