Interim HR Project Manager (2–3 Days per Week)
Posted 1 week ago by Orchard Care Homes
Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
Harrogate, England, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Part-Time HR Project Manager involves leading specific HR projects to modernize and strengthen people practices in the Care sector. The position requires collaboration with HR leadership to ensure compliance with upcoming legislation changes, particularly the Employment Rights Bill. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HR policy review and project management, with a focus on enhancing organizational practices. This role offers flexible working arrangements, allowing for a hybrid or remote work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on the implementation of changes arising from the Employment Rights Bill by reviewing, updating and streamlining relevant HR policies and procedures.
- Provide guidance to managers and teams on updated HR processes and compliance requirements.
- Support additional HR projects as needed, such as policy audits, employee engagement, people development and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and external advisors to ensure best practice across the organisation.
Key Skills:
- Strong experience in HR policy review, compliance, and project management.
- A solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Experience in (or a strong appreciation of) the care or social care sector.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.
- A proactive, practical, and people-centred approach.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: Harrogate
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: hybrid
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: HR
Location: Hybrid / Remote Contract: Fixed Term Contract - Part-time
Are you an experienced HR professional with a passion for getting the details right and supporting meaningful work in the Care sector? We’re looking for a Part-Time HR Project Manager to help us strengthen and modernise our people practices.
About The Role
Working closely with our HR leadership and wider HR Team, you’ll take the lead on specific projects such as reviewing, updating, and aligning our policies and procedures with legislation affected by the up-coming Employment Rights Bill changes and related developments in employment law. You’ll also support a range of ad hoc HR projects , helping us ensure our practices remain compliant, consistent, and centred around our people and the high-quality care we provide.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead on the implementation of changes arising from the Employment Rights Bill by reviewing, updating and streamlining relevant HR policies and procedures.
- Provide guidance to managers and teams on updated HR processes and compliance requirements.
- Support additional HR projects as needed, such as policy audits, employee engagement, people development and process improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and external advisors to ensure best practice across the organisation.
About You
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Strong experience in HR policy review, compliance, and project management.
- A solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.
- Experience in (or a strong appreciation of) the care or social care sector.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities across multiple projects.
- A proactive, practical, and people-centred approach — someone who enjoys making a genuine difference.
What We Offer
- Flexible working pattern (2–3 days per week, hybrid or remote options).
- The chance to lead meaningful HR projects that directly support our teams and the people we care for.
- A supportive, values-led culture where your expertise will be valued and your work will have real impact.
If you’re an experienced HR professional looking for a flexible role with purpose, we’d love to hear from you. To apply , please send your CV and a short cover letter to Fran Galbraith at Fran.Galbraith@orchardcarehomes.com by 1st December 2025.