Hr Advisor

Job Description

Job Title Human Resources Advisor - FTC

Salary / Grade A26 – A29

Department Human Resources

Immediate Line Manager Human Resources and Training Manager

Main purpose and scope of post

Responsible for assisting with and at times independently leading HR projects, advice, policy and operational issues as appropriate.

The role encompasses the full remit of HR issues and is a true generalist position.

Responsibilities and accountabilities – General

• Contribute to the development and maintenance of a positive culture that embeds the College’s values and beliefs, and ensures that students and staff feel valued, safe and supported.
• Be a role model for outstanding employability skills and practices.
• Present a positive, “can do” attitude and take personal responsibility for own actions.
• Commit to a culture of continuous improvement and ensure that own contribution to the role and the College is of a very high standard.
• Represent the College positively and effectively in all dealings with external partners, parents, stakeholders and agencies.
• Take responsibility for actively participating in the appraisal process and own continuing professional development arising from that process and on-going feedback.
• Be responsible for taking all appropriate measures to safeguard young people and promote their welfare and actively promote Equality & Diversity in the College
• Support learners to improve their maths and English skills through everyday experiences.
• Deputise for line manager as and when required.

Job Description

Responsibilities and accountabilities – Detailed

• Provide advice and support regarding discipline, grievance, change management and other employee relations issues.
• Coach and advise managers on aspects of people management, such as performance, recruitment, employment law, change and attendance.
• Carry out operational HR tasks, reviewing and improving processes where appropriate.
• Carry out daily HR administration.
• Ensure, with feedback from HR Manager, HR policies are up to date and reflect best practice and legislation.
• Contribute to design and delivery of staff development including design and delivery of internal training.
• To work with departmental managers and HR team to ensure all appropriate pre-employment checks are completed for new staff.
• Maintain, produce and evaluate HR data to inform decision making.
• Lead and take ownership of specific HR-related projects, with support as appropriate.
• Be aware of legislative / regulatory requirements which impact upon the operations of the HR function and take the necessary actions to ensure adherence.
• Be responsible for developing and maintaining skills and knowledge to competently perform own role through research and training as identified during the appraisal process and on-going feedback.
• Contribute to the development of and comply with college policies and procedures.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by line manager.

Person Specification

Job Title

Human Resources Advisor

Reports to

Human Resources and Training Manager

Selection Criteria*

A= Application Form I = Interview T = Test/Personality Profile

Essential or Desirable

Method of Candidate Assessment

A, I or T

Experience/Knowledge

• Knowledge of employment legislation with experience of implementation

Essential

A, I, T

• Application of HR policy & practice

Essential

A, I

• Experience of supporting employee relations issues to their conclusion

Essential

A, I, T

• All areas of HR administration

Essential

A, I

• Experience of handling difficult people issues and coaching and influencing others

Essential

A, I

• Experience of handling change management initiatives

Essential

A, I

• Experience of data analysis and report/policy writing

Essential

A, I

• Experience of diversity issues

Desirable

A, I

• Staff development design and delivery

Desirable

A, I

Educational/ Vocational Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5

Essential

A, I

• CIPD Level 7

Desirable

A, I

• Educated to Level 2 or equivalent in English & Maths

Essential

A,I

• Degree qualified

Desirable

A,I

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months

Salary: £28,625.00-£31,438.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bereavement leave
• Canteen
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• CIPD Level 5 (required)

Work Location: In person