Interim Head of People & Culture

The Company is in search of a mission-driven Head of People and Culture to lead its Trust-wide people agenda. This pivotal role is dedicated to fostering a culture of faith, excellence, and service, ensuring that every colleague is known, valued, and supported. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO, Headteachers, governors, and the wider executive team to build and implement a people strategy that is not only operationally strong but also spiritually and ethically aligned with the values of the organization. Responsibilities include strategic workforce planning, leadership development, well-being, inclusion, and the consistent application of HR practices across all schools. The Head of People and Culture will also be instrumental in organizational development, guiding leaders through change, and ensuring that employment practices reflect fairness, justice, and the highest safeguarding standards. We are looking for a senior HR or People leader with a strategic mindset, emotional intelligence, and a values-driven approach to shape the Trust-wide people strategy. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR, organizational development, or people leadership, and be adept at managing complex employee relations with fairness and clarity. Key skills include the ability to lead organizational change, workforce planning, and leadership development, as well as championing well-being, inclusion, and the values of the organization in all people practices. The role requires an outstanding communicator who can inspire trust, build relationships, and model servant leadership. A commitment to staff well-being, professional growth, and the Catholic ethos is essential, and an MCIPD or equivalent qualification is strongly preferred.