Role: People Business Partner (HR)

Location: Mirfield (WF14)

Hours: Full-time (37hrs)

Salary: £28,000/pa – £32,000/pa (DOE)

Job description:  DOWNLOAD

Are you passionate about shaping workplace culture, driving positive change, and making a real difference? At Hollybank Trust, we believe in creating an environment where confidence, curiosity, happiness, and kindness aren’t just words—they’re the way we work every day.

As a People Business Partner, you’ll be at the heart of our People strategy, partnering with managers and teams to build capability, foster engagement, and champion initiatives that make Hollybank an amazing place to work. From workforce planning and policy development to organisational change and employee relations, you’ll play a key role in helping us grow and thrive.

What’s in it for you?  

• A chance to be confident—own your projects, challenge the status quo, and make your voice heard.
• Opportunities to be curious—explore new ideas, embrace change, and help us innovate.
• A workplace where you can be happy—bring your best self, share your enthusiasm, and enjoy what you do.
• A culture that values kindness—support your colleagues, collaborate, and make a positive impact for the people who live, learn, and work here.
• A range of great benefits– enhanced family leave, funded initial DBS check, quarterly coffee mornings, annual celebration days, rewards and discounts portal, employee assistance program, and much more!

What will you do?  

• Drive strategic HR initiatives and partner with leaders to deliver people-focused solutions.
• Support organisational change and development, using data and insight to inform decisions.
• Coach and guide managers on employee relations, ensuring fairness and best practice.
• Champion learning and development, helping our people grow and succeed.

This is not an exhaustive list, so please do read the full job description HERE.

What we’re looking for:  

Someone who’s proactive, people-focused, and ready to make a difference. You’ll need strong HR experience, great communication skills, and a genuine passion for creating a positive workplace. A level 3 CIPD qualification is essential, and a level 5 CIPD qualification (or willingness to undertake this in post) is highly desirable.

Ready to join a team where values matter and people come first? Apply today and help us shape the future of Hollybank Trust!