Job Type:	permanent	Duration:
Category:	Human Resources	Recruiter Reference:	dlc/TP/36/273
URL for Applications:	Apply Here	Salary:	£30,000 per annum

Package Description

Human Resource Adviser

Location: Cheshire, SK9

Full Time 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £30,000 per annum

We are looking to recruit two Human Resource Advisers as part of the restructure of our people team         

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is recently CIPD Level 5 qualified

Reporting to the HR Business Partners to provide expert HR advice, guidance and support to Managers on People issues, such as employee relations, policy and process and the delivery of key projects (absence management and upskilling of Managers), in line with employment law and HR best practice.

You will also be responsible for helping managers to implement HR policies and procedures, including absence management. 

The ideal candidate will display high standards of customer service and hold excellent communication skills both written and oral, having a keen eye for detail. It is essential that they are IT literate with the ability to plan, organise and prioritise their own workload in line with the needs of the business. The ideal candidate will also have a positive attitude, use initiative and be able to work with minimum supervision.

Experience of working within a HR function and using SelectHR software, would be an advantage, but is not essential.

Job Role:

• Provide managers and employees with guidance on the application of human resources policies and procedures
• Provide professional advice and support to managers dealing with employment issues
• Advise line managers on the recording and management of sickness in line with the policy
• Assist the HR Business Partners in the development of appropriate standards and systems for measurement of HR related activities
• Design and deliver training programmes on HR related topics and practices
• Provide employment related advice for employees
• Actively contribute to successful team working of the people function

For full list of duties, see attached Job Description

The ideal candidate will:

• Be qualified to degree level or equivalent;
• Have a Level 5 CIPD qualification with active CIPD membership;
• Be experienced in human resources as a generalist or an employee relations setting;
• Be experienced in handling a range of employee relations issues and successfully managing risk;
• Have up to date knowledge of employment law;
• Understand how to implement and apply HR policies and procedures;
• Be able to analyse and interpret data to make recommendations and inform actions;
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information in a straightforward way;
• Have exceptional time management and administrative skills;

• The ability to develop credibility and trust, fostering positive working relationships  with managers and key stakeholders;
• Comfortable working with a variety of IT systems (competence with Word and Excel are essential) and the ability to learn new IT packages and with a good understanding of HR systems;

 

David Lewis provides outstanding education, residential, medical and therapeutic support for people with learning disabilities, epilepsy and autism for people aged 16 years and over. We employ over 950 staff with a turnover of £28 million per annum. We support people with complex learning and physical disabilities with their daily living, access to social and leisure opportunities and education.

As well as the opportunity to work from a picturesque site in a rural setting, other benefits include:-

• Up to 30 days annual leave (with service) plus public holidays.
• An occupational pension (up to 6% employer contribution)
• Sick pay
• Life Assurance Cover (3 x basic annual salary)
• Further Education Sponsorship
• Career Progression
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing provision including:-
• an Employee Assistance Programme
• Occupational Health services
• A dedicated Workplace Mentor
• A Physio service for staff
• A Staff Counsellor
• On site pharmacy
• On site gym and swimming pool
• Free parking
• Digital Rewards

For more information about David Lewis please visit www.davidlewis.org.uk

 

Closing date: 19^th April 2024

 

David Lewis welcomes applications from a diverse talent pool.

 

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks: This post, due to its nature, duties and responsibilities, will be subject to an enhanced check by the DBS.

 

Unfortunately this role is not open for sponsorship

About Us

David Lewis is dedicated to improving the life experiences of people with complex epilepsy, autism, learning disabilities and other complex support needs from across the UK.

We have a successful track record built up over 100 years with expertise in specialist residential, education, day opportunities and clinical and therapeutic services

Our specialist school and college is part of an education, day opportunities and residential community.

Our School is for 11-19 year olds and rated GOOD by Ofsted

We also have a college onsite for 16-25 year olds with an Ofsted rating of OUTSTANDING

Residential services for adults, either living in accommodation at our 165 acres in Warford or in one of our houses in a local town or village in Cheshire.

Adult day opportunities which develop social and vocational skills with the potential to lead to employment opportunities.

Access to therapy, nursing, medical and behaviour support if appropriate to an individual’s needs.

David Lewis is dedicated to improving the life experiences of people with complex epilepsy, autism, learning disabilities and other complex support needs from across the UK.

David Lewis welcomes applications from a diverse talent pool.

Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks: This post, due to its nature, duties and responsibilities, will be subject to an enhanced check by the DBS. This is funded by David Lewis