Head of People Partnering Review
at EG on
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Business Management, Human Resources
Blackburn, Lancashire
Review Submitted: March 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
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5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
The Head of People Partnering will lead the People Partnering function to drive employee engagement, performance management, and organisational development across the company. This role will have a strategic focus on creating a high-performance culture, implementing people development initiatives, and building a strong partnership with leadership teams to support business goals. • Lead the People Partnering function, setting strategy and priorities that align with the company’s vision and values.
• Drive a culture of engagement, performance, and recognition across all departments by aligning HR initiatives with business goals.
• Lead and support the People Partners in driving employee engagement initiatives, performance management, and career development.
• Develop and implement reward, recognition, and performance management frameworks that support a high-performance culture. (I lead she coordinates and project manages)
• Provide strategic support on people issues across the business, with a focus on proactive workforce planning, talent development, and organisational design. (a big closure as an example she will provide the support)
• Coach and mentor senior leadership on people-related matters and build strong relationships across the business.
• Oversee the delivery of key HR initiatives (e.g., engagement surveys, recognition programs, learning and development plans). She coordinates)
• Collaborate with HRIS and other teams to track performance metrics and use data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
• Ensure that the People Partnering function is seen as a trusted advisor, driving sustainable business growth and employee satisfaction.
• Drive a culture of engagement, performance, and recognition across all departments by aligning HR initiatives with business goals.
• Lead and support the People Partners in driving employee engagement initiatives, performance management, and career development.
• Develop and implement reward, recognition, and performance management frameworks that support a high-performance culture. (I lead she coordinates and project manages)
• Provide strategic support on people issues across the business, with a focus on proactive workforce planning, talent development, and organisational design. (a big closure as an example she will provide the support)
• Coach and mentor senior leadership on people-related matters and build strong relationships across the business.
• Oversee the delivery of key HR initiatives (e.g., engagement surveys, recognition programs, learning and development plans). She coordinates)
• Collaborate with HRIS and other teams to track performance metrics and use data-driven insights to inform decision-making.
• Ensure that the People Partnering function is seen as a trusted advisor, driving sustainable business growth and employee satisfaction.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I thoroughly enjoy the Level 5 Operations Manager Apprenticeship and find it extremely valuable to my role. Having been a manager for a long time, I initially thought I had a strong understanding of leadership and operational management, but the programme has helped me reflect on my own practices and identify areas where I can improve. It has given me new frameworks, tools, and perspectives that have strengthened the way I lead and support my team.
The learning has had a direct impact on how I approach my work as Head of People Partnering. It has helped me think more strategically about organisational development, performance management, and employee engagement. I have been able to implement more structured ways of working within my team, which has improved clarity, accountability, and overall effectiveness.
As a result of applying what I am learning through the apprenticeship, my team is working more collaboratively and with greater structure. This has enabled us to deliver more than we have previously been able to, particularly in areas such as people initiatives, engagement activity, and supporting leadership across the business. The programme has also strengthened my ability to coach senior leaders and align people strategies with wider business objectives.
Overall, I find the apprenticeship both enjoyable and highly beneficial. It is helping me continuously improve as a leader while directly enhancing the impact of the People Partnering function across the organisation.
The learning has had a direct impact on how I approach my work as Head of People Partnering. It has helped me think more strategically about organisational development, performance management, and employee engagement. I have been able to implement more structured ways of working within my team, which has improved clarity, accountability, and overall effectiveness.
As a result of applying what I am learning through the apprenticeship, my team is working more collaboratively and with greater structure. This has enabled us to deliver more than we have previously been able to, particularly in areas such as people initiatives, engagement activity, and supporting leadership across the business. The programme has also strengthened my ability to coach senior leaders and align people strategies with wider business objectives.
Overall, I find the apprenticeship both enjoyable and highly beneficial. It is helping me continuously improve as a leader while directly enhancing the impact of the People Partnering function across the organisation.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, the programme has helped me both learn new skills and further develop existing ones. One of the most valuable areas has been developing my coaching capability, particularly through learning and applying the GROW model. This has improved the way I support and guide colleagues and senior leaders, helping them to think through challenges, set clear goals, and identify practical actions to achieve them.
I have also strengthened my behavioural awareness and emotional intelligence. This has helped me better understand different working styles, motivations, and responses within teams. As a result, I am more mindful in how I communicate, manage conversations, and support individuals through change or performance discussions.
These skills are highly relevant to my role as Head of People Partnering, where coaching, influencing, and building strong relationships across the organisation are essential. The programme is helping me take a more thoughtful and structured approach to leadership and people management, which is already having a positive impact on how I support both my team and the wider business.
I have also strengthened my behavioural awareness and emotional intelligence. This has helped me better understand different working styles, motivations, and responses within teams. As a result, I am more mindful in how I communicate, manage conversations, and support individuals through change or performance discussions.
These skills are highly relevant to my role as Head of People Partnering, where coaching, influencing, and building strong relationships across the organisation are essential. The programme is helping me take a more thoughtful and structured approach to leadership and people management, which is already having a positive impact on how I support both my team and the wider business.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is well organised and structured, with clear modules that build progressively on key management and leadership skills. Each topic is introduced in a way that allows me to understand the theory and then apply it practically within my role. This structure makes it easier to connect the learning directly to real workplace situations.
The sessions are well planned and supported with useful materials, which helps reinforce the learning and provides tools that can be applied in everyday management practice. I also find the balance between workshops, independent learning, and practical application particularly helpful, as it allows time to reflect and implement new approaches within my team.
Overall, the programme feels well thought out and relevant to my role. The structure supports continuous development and makes it easier to build on knowledge over time while applying the learning to improve how I lead and support the People Partnering function.
The sessions are well planned and supported with useful materials, which helps reinforce the learning and provides tools that can be applied in everyday management practice. I also find the balance between workshops, independent learning, and practical application particularly helpful, as it allows time to reflect and implement new approaches within my team.
Overall, the programme feels well thought out and relevant to my role. The structure supports continuous development and makes it easier to build on knowledge over time while applying the learning to improve how I lead and support the People Partnering function.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I receive a strong level of support from my employer while completing the programme. They recognise the value of the apprenticeship and are supportive of the time required to attend workshops, complete assignments, and apply my learning in the workplace.
My role provides many opportunities to put the learning from the programme into practice, particularly in areas such as leadership, coaching, performance management, and organisational development. This allows me to directly apply new knowledge and skills to real situations within the business, which helps reinforce the learning.
I also feel supported through open conversations about my development and the impact the programme can have on the organisation. Overall, my employer is encouraging and recognises that the apprenticeship not only supports my personal development but also contributes positively to the wider business and the People Partnering function.
My role provides many opportunities to put the learning from the programme into practice, particularly in areas such as leadership, coaching, performance management, and organisational development. This allows me to directly apply new knowledge and skills to real situations within the business, which helps reinforce the learning.
I also feel supported through open conversations about my development and the impact the programme can have on the organisation. Overall, my employer is encouraging and recognises that the apprenticeship not only supports my personal development but also contributes positively to the wider business and the People Partnering function.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a good level of support from my training provider while working towards my qualification. The tutors and coaches are approachable and knowledgeable, and they provide clear guidance during workshops and review sessions. They take the time to explain concepts and ensure that the learning is understood and can be applied in a practical work setting.
The support materials and resources provided are also very helpful, as they give clear direction when completing assignments and developing evidence for the apprenticeship requirements. Regular check-ins and feedback help keep me on track and provide reassurance that I am progressing well.
Overall, the support from the training provider has been positive and has helped me feel confident in applying my learning and progressing through the programme.
The support materials and resources provided are also very helpful, as they give clear direction when completing assignments and developing evidence for the apprenticeship requirements. Regular check-ins and feedback help keep me on track and provide reassurance that I am progressing well.
Overall, the support from the training provider has been positive and has helped me feel confident in applying my learning and progressing through the programme.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel that the qualification is helping me perform better in my role to a significant extent. The learning has provided practical frameworks, tools, and techniques that I can apply directly in my day-to-day work. It has encouraged me to reflect on my leadership approach and identify ways to improve how I support my team and work with senior leaders across the business.
Through the programme, I have developed stronger coaching skills, particularly using models such as GROW, as well as a deeper understanding of behavioural awareness and emotional intelligence. These skills are particularly valuable in my role as Head of People Partnering, where influencing, coaching, and supporting leaders is a key part of my responsibilities.
The programme has also helped me introduce more structure into the way my team operates, which has improved clarity, collaboration, and delivery of key people initiatives. Overall, the qualification is having a positive impact on both my personal development and the effectiveness of the People Partnering function within the organisation.
Through the programme, I have developed stronger coaching skills, particularly using models such as GROW, as well as a deeper understanding of behavioural awareness and emotional intelligence. These skills are particularly valuable in my role as Head of People Partnering, where influencing, coaching, and supporting leaders is a key part of my responsibilities.
The programme has also helped me introduce more structure into the way my team operates, which has improved clarity, collaboration, and delivery of key people initiatives. Overall, the qualification is having a positive impact on both my personal development and the effectiveness of the People Partnering function within the organisation.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes, there are a number of extra-curricular activities available within the organisation that encourage engagement and collaboration across teams. These include social activities, team events, and opportunities to participate in wider company initiatives that help strengthen relationships across the business.
There are also opportunities for professional networking and development, such as internal events, workshops, and cross-department initiatives that allow colleagues to share knowledge and experiences. These activities provide a valuable opportunity to build connections, support a positive workplace culture, and encourage collaboration beyond day-to-day roles.
Being involved in these activities helps create a strong sense of community within the organisation and supports employee engagement, which aligns closely with my role within the People Partnering function.
There are also opportunities for professional networking and development, such as internal events, workshops, and cross-department initiatives that allow colleagues to share knowledge and experiences. These activities provide a valuable opportunity to build connections, support a positive workplace culture, and encourage collaboration beyond day-to-day roles.
Being involved in these activities helps create a strong sense of community within the organisation and supports employee engagement, which aligns closely with my role within the People Partnering function.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend EG on to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Yes, I would recommend EG On The Move to a friend. It is an organisation that offers strong opportunities for development and growth, particularly through initiatives such as apprenticeships and professional learning programmes.
Through my experience, I have seen the organisation place value on developing its people and creating opportunities for individuals to build their skills and progress in their careers. The support for learning and development, along with opportunities to collaborate across teams, makes it a positive environment to work in.
Overall, I would recommend the organisation to others who are looking to grow professionally and contribute to a dynamic and evolving business.
Through my experience, I have seen the organisation place value on developing its people and creating opportunities for individuals to build their skills and progress in their careers. The support for learning and development, along with opportunities to collaborate across teams, makes it a positive environment to work in.
Overall, I would recommend the organisation to others who are looking to grow professionally and contribute to a dynamic and evolving business.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to EG on?
My advice to anyone applying to EG On The Move would be to come in with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and an openness to new opportunities. The organisation is fast-paced and evolving, so being adaptable and proactive is important.
It is also beneficial to be collaborative and build strong relationships with colleagues across the business. Working together and sharing ideas can make a significant difference in achieving goals and improving the way teams operate.
Finally, I would encourage new applicants to make the most of the development opportunities available, such as training programmes and apprenticeships. Taking advantage of these opportunities can help you grow professionally and make a meaningful contribution to the organisation.
It is also beneficial to be collaborative and build strong relationships with colleagues across the business. Working together and sharing ideas can make a significant difference in achieving goals and improving the way teams operate.
Finally, I would encourage new applicants to make the most of the development opportunities available, such as training programmes and apprenticeships. Taking advantage of these opportunities can help you grow professionally and make a meaningful contribution to the organisation.
