Job Title: Regional Human Resources Advisor
Reports to: Human Resources Business Partner
The post holder will be part of a team that provides a professional, impartial and balanced Employee Relations (ER) advice service and case management provision to our business. The purpose of the team is to provide focussed Employee Relations support to the organisation and we are committed to delivering a high quality service that clearly demonstrates added value to the business. To provide first class support to the Human Resources unit and Employee Relations Unit.
The post holder must hold a valid driving licence and have access to your own car. This is an office-based role with travel to support meetings within the North East region for meetings and ad hoc support across the business. This will also include sites in the Midlands region.
Job Description
Purpose and summary of job:
The work we carry out is high volume, varied and fast paced. Although this role will be based in one of our Regional offices, based at Metro House Gateshead, travel will be required throughout the North East & Midlands regions.
You will have regular contact with Managers at all levels and will be focused on building strong and credible relationships with key internal stakeholders. You will be pragmatic and solutions focussed with a balanced and highly ethical and impartial approach. You will deliver all HR activity in a consistent manner, reflecting best practice and appropriately mitigating HR related risks promoting positive employee relations.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain accurate and current regional case log
Weekly regional case log reporting to ER case manager and Regional Operations Director and HRBP
Administration of letters invites/outcomes/disciplinary/investigation packs, filing and maintaining employee personnel folders
Organise meetings/booking venues and supporting with note taking
Support the ER case manager on a daily basis
Attend ER, HR and Operational meetings on occasion and where appropriate
Provide ad-hoc support to the ER investigation managers and Regional HRBP
Promote equality and diversity as part of the culture of the organisation
All roles will be expected to undertake any other appropriate duties as required by the Head of ER including providing cover for colleagues
Essential Experience and Skills required:
To do this job effectively a person will need:-
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to work under own initiative and independently
Ability to work to deadlines and on occasion under pressure
Ability to take direction and work as part of a team
Ability to work in partnership and liaise with other professionals
Methodical approach, with exceptional attention to detail.
Takes responsibility for own work
Able to use judgement to know when to ask for help and guidance
Resilient and able to work in an organisation that is undergoing change due to development and growth
Appreciates and understands the need for confidentiality in dealing with all HR/ER and training issues
Understanding of Equal Opportunities and Anti - Discriminatory Practice issues
Understanding of HR legislation and processes
Computer literate and proficient in use of MS Microsoft (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint & Excel)
Ability to work flexibly according to the needs of the service
Must have a full, current driving licence and access to a vehicle
Experience within the childcare sector would be highly advantageous.
Desired Experience and Skills required:
Note taking
Knowledge of I Trent HR system
Knowledge of HR.Net
HR and administration experience
CIPD Level 3 or working towards
Who are Cambian?
We are the Cambian group, the largest independent provider of care and education for children and young people. We believe that everyone has a personal best. Those we care for and those who care for them. You’ll find that you’re part of a close and supportive team and will get to work with a wide variety of individuals, all focused on achieving the best outcome for everyone. The better we work together, the more we can help the people we care for achieve their personal best too.
The work you will do will support our Operational teams and in turn this will help them support the young people we look after and grow our reputation as provider of the best quality behavioural health services in the UK. We already have 27 Ofs