HR Manager - 6 Months Fixed Term Contract

Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.

Position:

Join Henshaws and help shape a positive, inclusive workplace where people can thrive.

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Manager to join our team.

As HR Manager, you will play a key role in leading our HR function, supporting managers across the charity with professional advice, guidance and practical solutions. You will oversee day-to-day HR operations, contribute to the development of our people strategy, and help drive positive organisational change through initiatives focused on wellbeing, performance management, employee engagement and policy development.

This role is ideal for a confident HR professional who enjoys variety, problem-solving and building strong working relationships. Your expertise will help develop capable and confident managers, ensure fair and inclusive employment practices, and support a positive culture across the organisation.

Living Our Values at Henshaws

At Henshaws, our values are at the heart of everything we do. As HR Manager, you will champion and promote these values across the organisation, helping to create a positive, supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Ambition

You will drive continuous improvement within the HR function, helping to develop people, policies and practices that enable teams and individuals to achieve their full potential. Through strategic thinking and proactive problem-solving, you will support Henshaws in delivering its long-term goals.

Respect

You will foster a culture where everyone feels valued, heard and treated fairly. By providing professional, ethical and compassionate HR advice, you will support managers and employees to build positive working relationships and ensure our employment practices remain inclusive and equitable.

Empowerment

You will empower managers and colleagues by providing the knowledge, tools and confidence they need to succeed. Through coaching, guidance and support, you will help others make informed decisions, overcome challenges and take ownership of their development and performance.

Working in line with these values, you will play a key role in helping Henshaws remain a great place to work, where people are supported to thrive and make a meaningful difference in the lives of the people we support.

Salary and Hours

• Salary: £23.06 per hour/£41969.20
• Hours: 35 hours per week (part-time hours considered)
• Hybrid Working
• Weeks per Year: 52
• Contract: 6 months fixed term

Closing Date: 29th September 2026 - 12 Noon

Please note position may close earlier than closing date.

Requirements:

About You

We are looking for someone with significant HR management experience and a strong understanding of employment law, HR policy and best practice.

You will bring excellent leadership skills, the confidence to manage complex employee relations matters, and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice to managers and colleagues.

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 CIPD qualification (or equivalent)
• Good literacy and numeracy skills
• Experience of managing and developing people
• A calm, professional and considered approach to employee relations
• Experience of HR systems and handling confidential employee data

Experience within the care, education, or voluntary sector would be advantageous, although it is not essential.

You will be someone who works with integrity, maintains strict confidentiality, and demonstrates a commitment to Henshaws' values at all times

Other information:

Henshaws Society for Blind People aims to employ a diverse workforce and is committed to equality of employment and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

Henshaws is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. It is a criminal offence for people barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with that particular group e.g. vulnerable adults, children or both. An Enhanced DBS with barring and reference checks will be sought from the successful candidate.

Henshaws reserves the right to check social media accounts of all successful applicants.

Registered Charity No: 221888

Benefit: 5 Weeks annual Leave plus 10 day bank holiday (pro-rata for part-time and term-time staff), Company Sick pay after completion of probationary period, Enhanced Maternity Pay, Enhanced Paternity Pay, Company Pension Scheme, Flexible Working Hours, Remote Working, Onsite Free parking, Access to discounted staff meals, Access to trained Mental Health First aiders, Employee assistance programme (EAP), Wellbeing Programme, Employee discount schemes (e.g Blue Light), Paid training, On the job training, DBS paid for by Henshaws