Head of Human Resource

Location: Watford (Head Office) – In-person

Impact: Direct report to the Group CEO | Leading a function for 400 employees

Lead the Heart of Our Business

At Allerton, we don’t just "do HR" we build the foundation that allows adults with complex needs to live the life they choose in a home they love. We are a mission-driven social care organisation looking for a strategic Head of HR to lead our people function and shape the culture of our growing organisation.

Reporting directly to the Group CEO, you will hold a pivotal leadership position where your decisions directly impact the lives of our staff and the people we support. This role offers the professional autonomy to transition our HR function into a proactive, strategic partner that enables us to deliver outstanding outcomes to those we support.

The Mission

• Strategic Execution: Develop, execute, and continuously refresh a People Strategy that aligns with our ambition to be the sector employer of choice.
• Workforce Planning: Lead a sophisticated workforce strategy that ensures all services remain fully and appropriately staffed to manage both current operations and future growth.
• Compliance Excellence: Maintain 100% precision in our Sponsor Licence duties and Safer Recruitment to secure a valid "statutory excuse" for every hire.
• CQC Leadership: Innovate our people records and systems to achieve and maintain "Outstanding" ratings in both internal and external inspections.
• Accountability & RACI: Utilise the RACI principle to identify inconsistencies, resolve concerns, and ensure a clear, consistent approach across the organisation.

Who You Are

• The Expert: Chartered Member of the CIPD (Fellow status is desirable).
• The Sector Specialist: At least 5 years of experience in a CQC-regulated environment with deep knowledge of Health & Social Care regulations.
• The Compliance Lead: In-depth, technical knowledge of Home Office Sponsorship Licences and Right to Work compliance.
• Strategic & Collaborative: You are a natural partner who builds high-trust, effective work relationships across all levels to co-create innovation and lead organisational design.
• Steadfast Leadership: You possess the emotional intelligence and professional stamina to navigate complex change, remaining calm and solutions-oriented during challenging periods.
• Balanced Perspective: You lead with genuine empathy and kindness while maintaining the courage to hold yourself and others accountable for high standards.

Why Join Allerton?

This is a rare opportunity for a senior HR professional to shape the future of a dedicated care provider. We offer a transparent and supportive environment where your expertise is valued, and your leadership is essential to our continued success. In addition to a competitive salary, we provide a workplace where kindness and accountable leadership are at the core of our culture.

Are you ready to lead?

If you have the drive and determination to make a meaningful difference and want to lead a function dedicated to excellence, we want to hear from you.

Apply Now to shape the future of Allerton.