People (HR) Manager

Job description

Job summary

All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026
Main duties of the job

The People Manager is responsible for working with the People Business Partner to deliver the people strategy that enables staff WithYou Cornwall to thrive in their roles and to enable them to meet our vision and aims. This work will be done in partnership with all staff and working closely with the Head of Service in Cornwall. The postholder will work closely with the People Business Partner and People team to support/lead on the delivery of work across the whole employee lifecycle looking at how we recruit, develop, onboard and retain highly engaged staff. The role will lead on developing a positive and inclusive working culture, contributing to the exceptional client outcomes our Cornwall service delivers.As our People Manager in Cornwall you will be working on specific projects:Driving completion of investigations and disciplinaries - including tracking progress and ensuring they are dealt with according to timescale and training management on processesSupporting investigations of a more complicated nature, particularly in relation to Dignity at Work and implementing feedback to create an inclusive culture across our servicesProviding HR training sessions for our managers, including performance management and sickness absenceLeading on any HR feedback or improvements resulting from staff surveysChampioning and supporting managers in reducing sickness levels
About us

All applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026Join us as a People Manager in Cornwall - Job Description/Person SpecificationAs a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us here.

Job description

Job responsibilities

About the RoleAll applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026Join us as a People Manager in Cornwall - Job Description/Person SpecificationAs a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us here. Job OpportunityWorking in the People team at WithYou brings something new every day - we are:

There to listen and support

Ready to help our managers find solutions

On hand to provide expert advice

Always thinking about how we can provide the best employee experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced People Manager, to help shape, drive and lead the people and inclusion change agenda for our services in Cornwall. This is a 12 month fixed term contract, with a salary of circa £40,000, plus a location allowance of £1,000 per annum.This role can be based on site or from home, with travel required to our services in Cornwall at least once a month.This is a role that requires visibility across the region, supporting our management teams with regional strategic people plans and coaching and developing them to improve organisational performance and ensure effective people management.The People Manager is responsible for working with the People Business Partner to deliver the people strategy that enables staff WithYou Cornwall to thrive in their roles and to enable them to meet our vision and aims. This work will be done in partnership with all staff and working closely with the Head of Service in Cornwall. The postholder will work closely with the People Business Partner and People team to support/lead on the delivery of work across the whole employee lifecycle looking at how we recruit, develop, onboard and retain highly engaged staff. The role will lead on developing a positive and inclusive working culture, contributing to the exceptional client outcomes our Cornwall service delivers.As our People Manager in Cornwall you will be working on specific projects:

Driving completion of investigations and disciplinaries - including tracking progress and ensuring they are dealt with according to timescale and training management on processes

Supporting investigations of a more complicated nature, particularly in relation to Dignity at Work and implementing feedback to create an inclusive culture across our services

Providing HR training sessions for our managers, including performance management and sickness absence

Leading on any HR feedback or improvements resulting from staff surveys

Championing and supporting managers in reducing sickness levels

Essential SkillsWe'd be excited to see applications from candidates with evidence of:

Chartered membership of the CIPD or significant demonstrable experience of partnering on all aspects of people management in a senior role

Expert HR knowledge, including employment law, TUPE and complex employee relations cases

A HR professional who has previously worked in a standalone role

Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders, with the ability to advise and influence through trusted leadership skills

A proven track record in managing and delivering multiple HR projects with the ability to plan, identify and mitigate risk

The ability to work independently, drive change and adapt your approach

The flexibility to travel with your region where required

DE&IAs an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role.If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.Please note that you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, undergo an enhanced DBS check, to be considered for a role at WithYou.Please review our before submitting your application. Benefits

28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

2 days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme

Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands

Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing

We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable once your recommended friend has been employed for 6 months

Job description
Job responsibilities

About the RoleAll applicants need to submit a CV and a covering letter on why you should be considered for this role. Applications will not be accepted if no covering letter is included. Please note that this role may close early should sufficient applications be received, so early application is advised.Closing date: Wednesday 30th September 2026Join us as a People Manager in Cornwall - Job Description/Person SpecificationAs a leading charity supporting people with drug, alcohol and mental health challenges, we operate over 80 services across England and Scotland, providing free and confidential support to more than 100,000 people each year. Find out more about us here. Job OpportunityWorking in the People team at WithYou brings something new every day - we are:

There to listen and support

Ready to help our managers find solutions

On hand to provide expert advice

Always thinking about how we can provide the best employee experience

We are currently recruiting for an experienced People Manager, to help shape, drive and lead the people and inclusion change agenda for our services in Cornwall. This is a 12 month fixed term contract, with a salary of circa £40,000, plus a location allowance of £1,000 per annum.This role can be based on site or from home, with travel required to our services in Cornwall at least once a month.This is a role that requires visibility across the region, supporting our management teams with regional strategic people plans and coaching and developing them to improve organisational performance and ensure effective people management.The People Manager is responsible for working with the People Business Partner to deliver the people strategy that enables staff WithYou Cornwall to thrive in their roles and to enable them to meet our vision and aims. This work will be done in partnership with all staff and working closely with the Head of Service in Cornwall. The postholder will work closely with the People Business Partner and People team to support/lead on the delivery of work across the whole employee lifecycle looking at how we recruit, develop, onboard and retain highly engaged staff. The role will lead on developing a positive and inclusive working culture, contributing to the exceptional client outcomes our Cornwall service delivers.As our People Manager in Cornwall you will be working on specific projects:

Driving completion of investigations and disciplinaries - including tracking progress and ensuring they are dealt with according to timescale and training management on processes

Supporting investigations of a more complicated nature, particularly in relation to Dignity at Work and implementing feedback to create an inclusive culture across our services

Providing HR training sessions for our managers, including performance management and sickness absence

Leading on any HR feedback or improvements resulting from staff surveys

Championing and supporting managers in reducing sickness levels

Essential SkillsWe'd be excited to see applications from candidates with evidence of:

Chartered membership of the CIPD or significant demonstrable experience of partnering on all aspects of people management in a senior role

Expert HR knowledge, including employment law, TUPE and complex employee relations cases

A HR professional who has previously worked in a standalone role

Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders, with the ability to advise and influence through trusted leadership skills

A proven track record in managing and delivering multiple HR projects with the ability to plan, identify and mitigate risk

The ability to work independently, drive change and adapt your approach

The flexibility to travel with your region where required

DE&IAs an organisation, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our staff. We know that representing the communities we serve is key to us meeting our vision of a future where everyone lives a life free from the harm associated with drugs and alcohol. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team, including people with lived experience, people with disabilities, people from racialised communities, LGBTQ+ people, people of all ages and armed forces veterans.As part of our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant we provide a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates that are veterans and meet all the essential criteria for a role. With You is also a Disability Confident Employer and we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with a disability and meet all the essential criteria for a role.If you have a disability, a learning difficulty such as dyslexia or a medical condition which you believe may affect your performance during any aspect of our selection process, we'll be happy to make reasonable adjustments to enable you to perform at your best.Please note that you will be required to provide 3 years worth of references and where applicable, undergo an enhanced DBS check, to be considered for a role at WithYou.Please review our before submitting your application. Benefits

28 days annual leave, plus bank holidays

An extra day off for your birthday or a special occasion of your choice

Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave

2 days paid volunteer leave per year

Auto-enrollment into We Are With You's pension scheme

Access to a Blue Light Card - giving you great savings on big high-street and online brands

Flexible working opportunities and access to a range of services and resources to support you with your wellbeing

We have an excellent Refer a Friend scheme which offers you a £500 bonus for any recommendations, any role! Our scheme allows you to recommend your friends and family to work with us and earn a £500 bonus payment for every successful referral you make. Please note, the Refer a Friend scheme is only applicable once your recommended friend has been employed for 6 months

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• We'd be excited to see applications from candidates with evidence of:
• Chartered membership of the CIPD or significant demonstrable experience of partnering on all aspects of people management in a senior role
• Expert HR knowledge, including employment law, TUPE and complex employee relations cases
• A HR professional who has previously worked in a standalone role
• Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders, with the ability to advise and influence through trusted leadership skills
• A proven track record in managing and delivering multiple HR projects with the ability to plan, identify and mitigate risk
• The ability to work independently, drive change and adapt your approach
• The flexibility to travel with your region where required

Experience

Essential

• We'd be excited to see applications from candidates with evidence of:
• Chartered membership of the CIPD or significant demonstrable experience of partnering on all aspects of people management in a senior role
• Expert HR knowledge, including employment law, TUPE and complex employee relations cases
• A HR professional who has previously worked in a standalone role
• Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders, with the ability to advise and influence through trusted leadership skills
• A proven track record in managing and delivering multiple HR projects with the ability to plan, identify and mitigate risk
• The ability to work independently, drive change and adapt your approach
• The flexibility to travel with your region where required

Person Specification
Qualifications

Essential

• We'd be excited to see applications from candidates with evidence of:
• Chartered membership of the CIPD or significant demonstrable experience of partnering on all aspects of people management in a senior role
• Expert HR knowledge, including employment law, TUPE and complex employee relations cases
• A HR professional who has previously worked in a standalone role
• Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders, with the ability to advise and influence through trusted leadership skills
• A proven track record in managing and delivering multiple HR projects with the ability to plan, identify and mitigate risk
• The ability to work independently, drive change and adapt your approach
• The flexibility to travel with your region where required

Experience

Essential

• We'd be excited to see applications from candidates with evidence of:
• Chartered membership of the CIPD or significant demonstrable experience of partnering on all aspects of people management in a senior role
• Expert HR knowledge, including employment law, TUPE and complex employee relations cases
• A HR professional who has previously worked in a standalone role
• Proven experience of working with senior stakeholders, with the ability to advise and influence through trusted leadership skills
• A proven track record in managing and delivering multiple HR projects with the ability to plan, identify and mitigate risk
• The ability to work independently, drive change and adapt your approach
• The flexibility to travel with your region where required

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 details

Employer name

We Are With You
Address

Truro

TR1 2EJ

United Kingdom

Employer's website