Head of People Services

Lead how we unlock value and drive smarter ways of working

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AtTeign Housing, were on a mission to deliverhomes people love, from a landlord you can trust.

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Why this role matters

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This is astrategic leadership rolewith real influence. Youll work closely with the Director of People, Change & Assurance and the Executive Team to:

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• Drive and deliver ourPeople Strategy
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• Build ahigh-performing, insight-led People function
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• Champion aninclusive, values-led culture
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• Enable our organisation to attract, develop and retain great people
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What youll be doing

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Strategic leadership & influence

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• Lead the design and delivery of the People Strategy aligned to organisational goals
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• Act as atrusted advisorto senior leaders and the Executive Team
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• Shape workforce planning, organisational capability, and future readiness
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• Deputise for the Director when required
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Modern, high-performing People services

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• Deliver adigitally enabled, efficient People functionacross the full employee lifecycle
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• Oversee recruitment, L&D, reward, policies, and employee relations
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• Drive continuous improvement and service excellence
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Insight, systems & innovation

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• Own and optimise People systems and data
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• Use insight to inform decision-making and drive performance
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• Champion automation and self-service to enhance user experience
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Culture, engagement & wellbeing

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• ChampionEDI&B, wellbeing, and belongingat every level
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• Lead engagement initiatives and colleague voice forums
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• Embed a culture where people can thrive and do their best work
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Talent & organisational development

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• Lead talent acquisition and development strategies
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• Build career pathways and succession plans
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• Embed a strong business partnering approach
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Governance & assurance

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• Ensure compliance with employment law and sector regulation
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• Oversee risk, audits, and People-related governance
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• Manage the People Services budget and drive value for money
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What youll bring

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Were looking for acredible, forward-thinking People leaderwho can combine strategy with delivery:

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Experience & expertise

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• Senior HR/People leadership experience (housing, public sector or similar desirable)
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• Proven track record inculture change, OD, and transformation
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• Experience leading high-performing teams and complex people agendas
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• Strong knowledge ofUK employment law and HR best practice
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• Experience implementing and optimisingpeople systems and digital tools
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Skills that set you apart

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• Ability to influence and challenge atExecutive level
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• Data-driven, commercially aware, and solutions-focused
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• Strong coaching and stakeholder engagement skills
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• Strategic thinker with hands-on delivery capability
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Your style

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• Values-driven, inclusive, and authentic
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• A natural relationship builder who inspires trust
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• Passionate about creatinggreat employee experiences
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• Focused on outcomes that make a real difference
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Our values (and how we work)

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At Teign Housing, how we work matters as much as what we do:

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• We are One Team
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• We are Friendly
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• We Listen & Learn
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Were proud to build aninclusive, diverse workplacewhere everyone feels they belong and can be themselves.

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Why join us?

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• Astrategic leadership rolewith real organisational impact
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• The opportunity to shape culture in apurpose-led organisation
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• A collaborative, values-driven environment
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• Flexible working and a strong focus on wellbeing
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Benefits

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• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
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• Discretionary festive leave
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• Generous employer pension contribution of up to 15%, plus death in service
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• Private healthcare membership (if applicable)
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• Flexible, agile working
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• Salary sacrifice scheme (optional)
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• Reimbursement of professional membership fees
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• Employer contributions towards gym membership and eye examinations for those who use computers regularly as part of their work
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• Up to 25% off selected O2 airtimecontracts
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• Microsoft Home Use programme available
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• Training opportunities
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• Employee assistance programme provided by Health Assured
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• Westcountry savings and loans scheme
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• Recognition for long service (if applicable)
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• Cycle to Work and electric vehicle schemes
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• Bupa dental care (optional)
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Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week.\n
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Please send your CV and covering letter via the apply button.

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Closing date: 13 July 2026.

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Interview date: 30 July 2026.

Applications will be considered as they are received, so early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, should a suitable candidate apply.\n
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