Assistant HR Advisor

• Sickness absence management.
• Flexible working requests.
• Minor conduct and capability concerns.
• Attendance management processes.
• Support HR Advisors with disciplinary, grievance, capability and dignity at work cases.
• Review case documentation to ensure compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
• Assist managers in preparing for formal meetings and hearings.
• Attend formal meetings to provide procedural advice and note-taking support where required.
• Draft correspondence, outcome letters and meeting documentation for review by HR Manager.
• Ensure all case records are maintained accurately and confidentially.

• Respond to general HR queries from managers and employees.
• Interpret and explain HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• Provide advice on workforce policies and employment processes within defined parameters.
• Signpost complex, high-risk or contentious issues to HR Advisors or HR Manager.
• Promote consistent application of HR policies across the organisation

• Support managers with sickness absence monitoring and management processes.
• Assist in the preparation of management information relating to absence trends and workforce metrics.
• Provide advice on organisational wellbeing initiatives and relevant policies.
• Support referrals and processes associated with occupational health recommendations.

• Support delivery of HR briefings, workshops and manager training sessions.
• Assist in the development of guidance notes and management resources.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the HR Advisory Team.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and NHS workforce developments.

• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes and customer experience.
• Contribute to HR projects and workforce initiatives as required.
• Participate in team meetings and service development activities.

• Contribute suggestions for improving HR processes and procedures.
• Support implementation of new workforce policies and guidance.
• Provide feedback to senior colleagues regarding operational issues impacting service delivery.

• Managers and supervisors.
• Employees.
• Trade Union representatives.
• HR colleagues.
• Occupational Health services.
• Recruitment teams.
• Payroll services.
• External agencies where appropriate.

• ONE Team

Essential

• GCSE in mathematics and English (Grades A-C) or equivalent or NVQ 3 standard in relevant subject

Desirable

• Sound knowledge of employment law and employee relations procedures
• Attainment of, or working towards relevant qualifications e.g. CIPD or equivalent HR experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an HR or people management environment.
• Experience of providing advice to managers or staff.
• Experience of handling confidential information.
• Experience of administrative case management and record keeping.
• Experience of working to deadlines and managing competing priorities.

Desirable

• NHS HR experience.
• Experience supporting attendance management.
• Experience supporting employee relations casework.
• Experience of workforce information systems (e.g. ESR).

Essential

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships.
• Good organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to analyse information and identify key issues.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.

Desirable

• Report Writing Skills

Essential

• Understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Understanding of confidentiality and data protection requirements.
• Awareness of sickness absence management processes.
• Understanding of equality, diversity and inclusion principles.

Essential

• Professional and approachable manner. Commitment to continuous learning and development.
• Resilient and able to work under pressure.
• Demonstrates integrity and sound judgement.
• Commitment to NHS values and behaviours.
• Speak English to an appropriate standard relevant to their role, i.e. with confidence and accuracy, using correct sentence structures and vocabulary, and without hesitation