HR Officer

About The Company

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care across a broad spectrum of services. Located in Surrey, the Trust is committed to innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement in health services. As part of the NHS family, it collaborates closely with local health organizations, voluntary sector partners, and community stakeholders to promote holistic health and wellbeing. The Trust prides itself on fostering a supportive working environment that values diversity, professional development, and patient-centered care, ensuring that both staff and service users receive the highest standards of service.

About The Company

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care across a broad spectrum of services. Located in Surrey, the Trust is committed to innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement in health services. As part of the NHS family, it collaborates closely with local health organizations, voluntary sector partners, and community stakeholders to promote holistic health and wellbeing. The Trust prides itself on fostering a supportive working environment that values diversity, professional development, and patient-centered care, ensuring that both staff and service users receive the highest standards of service.

About The Role

The HR Officer position at Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the Trust’s recruitment and workforce planning efforts. This role is part of the Recruitment Team, focusing on managing end-to-end recruitment processes to ensure timely and compliant staffing across various services. The role is initially contracted for six months through the Flexi-Bank staffing service, providing flexible working hours aligned with service needs, typically Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm, with a total of 37.5 hours per week. The successful candidate will work closely with hiring managers, HR colleagues, and administrative teams to facilitate efficient recruitment operations, ensuring adherence to NHS policies, legal standards, and organizational KPIs. This position offers an excellent platform for individuals passionate about HR and recruitment to develop their skills within the NHS framework, supporting the Trust’s mission to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the community.

Qualifications

Applicants should possess at least an A Level qualification or equivalent. Alternatively, candidates with a CIPD Level 3 qualification and one year of experience in an HR environment, or three years of relevant HR experience, will be considered. Proven experience in HR administration or recruitment roles is essential, particularly familiarity with electronic filing systems, document formatting, and handling confidential information. Knowledge of NHS-specific systems such as ESR (Electronic Staff Record) and TRAC (Training and Development System) is highly desirable. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, is required to produce accurate reports and manage administrative tasks effectively. Candidates should demonstrate excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while maintaining high-quality standards.

Responsibilities

The HR Officer will be responsible for managing the full recruitment lifecycle, starting from liaising with managers to understand staffing needs, advertising vacancies, and processing applications. Ensuring all recruitment documentation aligns with Trust branding and complies with legal and policy standards is a key aspect of the role. The officer will validate interview panel scores, ensuring fairness and equity, especially for applicants with protected characteristics, and support recruitment administrators in conducting thorough pre-employment checks in line with NHS policies. The role involves scrutinizing application information for accuracy and completeness, seeking additional verification when necessary. Timely processing of all recruitment-related data within the Electronic Staff Record (ESR) system and meeting internal deadlines is crucial to ensure staff are paid correctly and on time. The officer will also contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and challenging inefficient practices, supporting a positive and compliant recruitment environment. Additional responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the recruitment service.

Benefits

• Joining the Trust as an HR Officer provides numerous benefits, including flexible working arrangements that support work-life balance.
• The role offers competitive hourly pay at £16.73 per hour, with prompt access to earnings through the Stream platform.
• Employees will have access to ongoing training, development opportunities, and guidance from the dedicated Temporary Staffing Team, fostering professional growth.
• Working within the NHS provides a unique environment focused on making a meaningful difference in people's lives, with the added advantage of working in a supportive and inclusive organization.
• The Trust also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including NHS pension schemes, access to health and wellbeing resources, and opportunities for career progression within the NHS network.

Equal Opportunity

Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our mission of delivering excellent healthcare services. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of our staff and believe that a diverse workforce enhances the quality of care we provide to our communities.

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