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Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

3mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must be CIPD qualified with experience in employee relations, excellent communication skills, a hands-on approach, and ability to advise on absence management and investigations.
  • You will provide HR support, partner with managers on issues, advise on job evaluations and employee relations, enhance service quality, and assist with projects and initiatives.

Requirements

  • Bringing with you experience of working busy and varied employee relations environment, you must be CIPD qualified (or equivalent experience), a team player, able to cope with change and remain focused on achieving results, often alongside conflicting priorities and high levels of demands, an excellent communicator, have a hands on approach and be able develop strong relationships with managers to support and advise them on sickness absence management and complex & sensitive employee relations matters including advising on investigation processes.
  • In addition, you will deliver training and coaching specific to HR processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

  • To support the Head of HR in providing a fully comprehensive and high quality HR support and advisory service to the Trust managers and staff in support of the Workforce Strategy and business and operational planning processes of the relevant Directorates.
  • To deliver an effective and timely HR Advisory service by working in partnership with managers on HR related issues, such as those arising from restructuring and change exercises.
  • To provide advice and support in respect of job evaluation, job redesign, employee relations, contractual and other operational HR issues.
  • To evaluate the service provided to Directorates and meet regularly with users to review the service and work with the Head of HR to further develop monitoring mechanisms against which the HR teams’ performance can be measured.
  • To deputise for the Head of HR as required.
  • To undertake any ad hoc projects as identified by the Head of HR.
  • The postholder is encouraged to initiate and discuss new ideas to improve the HR service and to develop these with the Head of HR.

FAQs

What is the primary role of the HR Advisor in this position?

The primary role of the HR Advisor is to support the Head of HR in providing a comprehensive and high-quality HR service to managers and staff within the Forensic and Offender Healthcare Services.

What qualifications are required for this HR Advisor position?

The successful candidate must be CIPD qualified (or have equivalent experience).

Is travel required for this role?

Yes, the role involves regular travel to prison sites across Kent and London.

What kind of experience is preferred for applicants?

Applicants should have experience working in a busy and varied employee relations environment.

Will the HR Advisor be responsible for training and coaching?

Yes, the HR Advisor will deliver training and coaching specific to HR processes and procedures.

Who can be contacted for informal discussions about this position?

For informal discussions, you can contact Lisa McNeil, Head of HR, at 0203 871 5611 or via email at lisa.mcneil1@nhs.net.

What are some key responsibilities of the HR Advisor?

Key responsibilities include providing HR advice on employee relations matters, supporting managers in sickness absence management, and evaluating HR services provided to directorates.

Will the HR Advisor need to handle sensitive employee relations matters?

Yes, the HR Advisor will advise on complex and sensitive employee relations matters, including investigation processes.

Is there an opportunity for the HR Advisor to suggest improvements to the HR service?

Yes, the postholder is encouraged to initiate and discuss new ideas to improve the HR service with the Head of HR.

What is the main purpose of the organization as stated in the job description?

The main purpose of the organization is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to patients and their families.

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Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
1944
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services, including mental health, community health, and learning disability services across South East London and Kent. Their mission is to improve lives by providing high-quality, safe, and responsive healthcare tailored to individual needs. The trust aims to be a leader in delivering compassionate and innovative care, working closely with patients, carers, and communities to promote health and well-being.