Head of People

Wiltshire Creative


Job Summary

The Head of People manages the HR operations within Wiltshire Creative. This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to make an impact in an arts organisation that offers variety and opportunities for personal development.

Job Description

The Head of People leads the People function within Wiltshire Creative, ensuring the delivery of a comprehensive service supporting line managers and having oversight of the employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding, through performance and reward, to offboarding. The role will ensure that employment law and best practice is adhered to in all People matters.

Job Requirements

Extensive people management experience including dealing with sensitive situations such as disciplinary or redundancy processes
Empathetic and calm under pressure
Level 5 CIPD qualification or able to demonstrate equivalent experience
Robust understanding of the application of employment law
Experience of managing an HR function, including compliance, HRIS, payroll and line manager support
Ability to communicate complex issues to a range of stakeholders
Strong written communication skills with the ability to draft comprehensive policy documents
Data analysis skills and confident using Excel and HR software

Job Overview

  • Job Title: Head of People
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Theatre
  • Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 26 Oct 2026

  • Location:

    South West

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Job: Head of People

Job: Head of People

Organisation: Wiltshire Creative

Postcode: SP2 7RA

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