About this role
Job summary
We are delighted that the opportunity has arisen for us to recruit a part-time, self-motivated, dynamic and enthusiastic HR Advisor to join our exceptional Employee Relations Team.
As an HR Advisor, you will support the delivery of exceptional patient care through the provision of comprehensive, professional and timely HR advice to our Clinical Divisions. You will coach managers to ensure effective application of HR policies and procedures, with a key focus on Staff Wellbeing and Attendance Management. You will be responsible for ensuring HR best practice is embedded and high standards of performance are achieved and sustained.
Working for South Tyneside & Sunderland NHSFT, you will feel a sense of belonging and inclusion, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop, feel cared for, valued and supported.
We have a blended approach to agile-working where you will need to be site based but also have the ability to work from home for a proportion of your working week. You must be able to fulfil the travel requirements of the role.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Nicola McNeil-Watson, Divisional HR Manager at [email protected]
Please be advised that this vacancy may close earlier than stated if large numbers of applications are received.
Main duties of the job
Our Employee Relations team is pivotal to how our Directorate support our workforce of nearly 8,500 staff and we work closely with all colleagues across the Directorate to ensure a culture of compassion and inclusivity.
You will be compassionate, inclusive and kind, tenacious and resilient, with a can do approach to work. You will recognise the importance of being an effective role model, actively demonstrating civility. As a strong relationship builder and influencer, you will effectively demonstrate emotional intelligence in the face of competing demands and conflict.
An Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development or with appropriate legal qualification in employment law, you will possess a Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, or level 5 diploma (or equivalent) with experience that demonstrates competency in the field. This will be complemented by demonstrable experience of providing HR support / advice to managers, in relation to sickness, disciplinary, grievance and other employee relations issues.
Experience of working in the NHS is advantageous but not essential.
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for us. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via our Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,746 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Care Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.If you use AI, and it poses a risk to the integrity of your individual recruitment process, we may withdraw your application at any stage of the process.
Job description Job responsibilities
To provide a professional and wide ranging HR advisory service to the Trust and wider organisation.
To support managers in developing and using effective people management practices to improve service performance, productivity and morale and retain staff consistent with the overall strategic direction and objectives of the Trust and the wider organisation.
To support the development and implementation of the Workforce Strategy and associated HR policies.
To deputise for Divisional HR Managers in their absence.
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Degree level qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant subject or level 5 diploma (or equivalent) with experience that demonstrates competency in the field Associate of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development or appropriate legal qualification in employment law
Desirable
Relevant training qualification
Physical Skills Essential
Able to fulfil the travel requirements of the role
Skills and Knowledge Essential
Knowledge of NHS terms and conditions of service Knowledge of Job Evaluation systems Computer literate including good working knowledge of Word and Excel Up to date knowledge of employment legislation and its application in the workplace Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to persuade and establish credibility with staff at all levels of the organisation Approachable and friendly, but compassionate and assertive when required Tenacious and resilient Sound written skills and ability to present information logically and clearly Ability to prioritise and work under pressure Organised, methodical and efficient Committed to improving patient care and adding value to the patient experience A can-do approach to work with demonstrable experience of being a team player Able to work on own initiative Can demonstrate a good degree of flexibility in approach to work
Desirable
Understanding of the wider NHS context Understanding of the NHS HR agenda Experience of working with a variety of terms and conditions Knowledge of NHS Job Evaluation system
Experience Essential
Previous proven experience of working in an HR generalist role or range of specialist roles in a large and complex unionised organisation Experience of providing HR support / advice to managers, in relation to sickness, disciplinary, grievance / other employee relations issues Experience of advising and supporting managers implement change Experience of developing and delivering HR related training to groups of staff / managers Experience of analysing and interpreting sometimes complex workforce information and producing management reports Experience working in a busy organisational environment with tight deadlines Previous experience of working with HR / workforce software systems / packages
Desirable
Experience of working in the NHS Experience of e-Rostering Experience of managing TUPE transfers
Employer details Employer name South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust
Address Trust Headquarters
Sunderland Royal Hospital
Sunderland
SR4 7TP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stsft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)