Workforce Planner

Workforce Planner

At Wilf Ward Family Trust we believe that great support starts with great for an experienced and proactive Workforce Planner to play a key role in transforming how we plan deploy and support our workforce across theorganisation.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the implementation and ongoingoptimisationof a new digital rostering system helping our managers create high-quality person-centredrosters that deliver excellent outcomes for the people we support while ensuring operational efficiency.

Ifyourepassionate about workforce planning enjoy using data to drive improvement and have the confidence to coach and influence otherswedlove to hear from you.

About the Role

AsWorkforcePlanneryoullbecome theorganisationsexpert in our new electronic rostering system supporting its successful rollout and embedding best practice across services.

Working closely with Operational Digital Finance and People teamsyoullhelp managers build complianteffectiveand efficient rosters that meet commissioned hoursmaximisesupport time and reduce unnecessary costs.

This is a highly visible role that combines systemexpertise data analysis coaching governance and continuous improvement.

WhatYoullBe Doing

• Leading Digital Rostering Excellence

• Deliver training and hands-on support to managers throughout implementation and beyond.

• Develop andmaintainworkforce planning standardstemplatesand guidance.

• Support managers to publish high-quality rosters at least 12 weeks in advance.

• Review rostersidentifytrends and areas for improvement and provide structured feedback.

• Help services respond to changing staffing requirements and commissioned hours.

• Provide targeted rostering support during exceptional circumstances.

• Identifyopportunities to improve efficiency reducewasteandmaximiseproductive support hours.

• Analyseworkforce data toidentifytrends in agency use overtime vacanciesabsenceand staffing gaps.

• Produce meaningful reports and workforce planning insights for senior leaders.

• Challenge constructively promoteaccountabilityand help remove barriers to effective workforce planning.

About You

• Werelooking for someone who combines technicalexpertisewith strong relationship-building skills.

• Experience in workforce planning androtamanagement within a social care environment.

• Experience using electronic rostering systems such as Sona Log My Care Allocate Optima Nourish or similar platforms.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and translate findings into practical actions.

• Experience trainingcoachingor supporting managers and colleagues.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Strongorganisationalskills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office particularly Excel.

• Understanding ofhow commissioned hours workforce planning and quality care delivery interact within social care services.

• Ability to travel across service locations asrequired.

Desirable

• Experience implementing or rolling out new digital systems.

• Knowledge of supported living residential caretransitionsor complex care services.

• Experience in service improvement and root cause analysis.

• Understanding ofpayroll processes and workforce/payroll integrations.

Additional Information

Hybrid working with a mix of office and home-basedworking.

Regular travel acrossWWFTserviceslocatedin Yorkshirewill berequired.

Occasional evening or weekend attendance at events may be needed.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

About Us

Founded in 1986 The Wilf Ward Family Trust is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. We empower them to lead fulfilling lives and embrace innovation to stay at the forefront of social care. Join us on our journey towards equality and a brighter future. Welcome to the Wilf Ward Family Trust.

The Benefits

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Benefits

At The Wilf Ward Family Trust we believe in the importance of recognising and appreciating the dedication of our team members. As part of our commitment to supporting your well-being and professional growth we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits. These benefits are designed to enhance your work-life balance provide financial security and nurture your personal and career development. We are proud to invest in our team and prioritise your overall satisfaction and success.

Clear career pathways

Up to 33 days holiday

Pension scheme

recognised qualifications

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Rewards website and Blue Light Scheme

Flexible working

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Pension scheme

Flexible working

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 35001 - 40000