Deputy Head of PeopleNHS

Job summary

Are you an experienced People/HR professional looking for a role where you can influence strategic decision-making, shape workforce transformation and make a real difference to staff and patient care?

The Deputy Head of People is a strategic HR Business Partnering role, supporting the Head of People in driving the People agenda across one or more Care Groups within the Health Board. You will work closely with Care Group Directors and senior leadership teams providing expert workforce, organisational development and employee relations advice across a broad and complex portfolio. Care Groups range in size, between circa 1000-3000 people.

Working within a complex organisation employing around 13,500 staff across over 200 professions, with multiple sets of terms and conditions and recognised Trade Union partners, the postholder will provide expert people advice and leadership across a broad range of workforce matters. The role requires significant experience of HR Business Partnering at a senior level within a large, complex organisation, with the ability to influence stakeholders, support organisational change, and deputise for the Head of People as required.

Most importantly, you'll be joining a supportive and collaborative People Directorate that values innovation, continuous improvement and teamwork. We offer flexible and hybrid working arrangements, a strong focus on wellbeing and development, and positive team culture.

Main duties of the job

As Deputy Head of People, you will support the Head of People in leading the delivery of strategic people support across a range of services, helping leaders achieve their workforce objectives while ensuring staff have a positive experience at work.

You will:

• Business Partnering with senior leaders to develop and implement workforce and organisational development plans.
• Provide expert advice on workforce planning, organisational change, employee relations, talent management and service transformation.
• Lead on complex and high-profile workforce issues, supporting managers to find effective, fair and pragmatic solutions.
• Facilitate organisational development interventions, leadership development and team improvement activities.
• Support the delivery of workforce redesign programmes that improve services, productivity and patient care.
• Build strong relationships with Trade Union representatives and key stakeholders across the organisation.
• Contribute to Health Board-wide people initiatives and projects, working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider People Directorate.
• Coach, support and develop managers to build confidence and capability in people management
• Deputise for the Head of People as required and represent the directorate at senior meetings and forums.

This role also offers the opportunity to deputise for the Head of People, providing visibility at a senior level and supporting key decision-making forums when required.

Job description

A competency interview and assessment are currently planned for the 21th October 2026.

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable. Whilst the candidate doesn't need to have skills in Welsh, we'll consider it an advantage when short-listing and selecting candidates. This isnt fluency, just Speaking & Listening skills at Level 3 (equivalent to CEFR B2) or above.Have a look at our Croeso Candidate booklet below for more information. If you have these Welsh language skills, please apply.

About us

Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.

Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.

CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.

Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:

o We listen, learn, and improve

o We treat everyone with respect

o We work together as one team

CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.

At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.