Job Summary People (HR) Advisor – University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust We are looking for 2 permanent part‑time (18.45 hours) People Advisors to work within our established People Operations team at UHNM. The role requires a L5 Diploma in Human Resources Management (or equivalent CIPD accredited qualification) and demonstrable experience working in Human Resources. Main Duties Deliver advice and guidance in line with legislation, UHNM policies and NHS terms and conditions on a wide range of issues, including sickness absence management, disciplinary, performance and resolution. Coach managers through formal sickness, resolution, conduct and capability processes. Help clinical teams understand people issues by producing reports using Trust systems and work with the People Business Partner to understand trends in the Division. Manage workload, apply compassion, tact and diplomacy to difficult situations, and know when to escalates. Use Microsoft Office and bespoke systems. Operate autonomously, leading own caseload. About Us University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust is one of the largest and most modern in the country, based across two sites – Royal Stoke University Hospital in Stoke‑on‑Trent and County Hospital in Stafford. We are proud to serve around three million people and are renowned for our facilities, teaching and research. UHNM foster a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development and a diverse, respectful workplace. Details Date posted: 02 January 2026 Pay scheme: Agenda for Change Band: 5 Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 per annum Contract: Permanent Working pattern: Full‑time, Part‑time, Job share, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number: 205-7562033-A Job location: Royal Stoke University Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke‑on‑Trent, ST4 6QG Person Specification Essential Qualifications CIPD Level 5 Diploma in HR Management or equivalent CIPD accredited qualification Associate Membership of the CIPD Desirable Qualifications Agenda for Change Job Evaluation Training Essential Experience Experience dealing with a range of people issues within a unionised environment Experience conducting investigations, grievance and sickness management casework Experience in effective case management Experience contributing to development of policies and procedures Experience analysing HR data and producing HR reports Desirable Experience Experience working within the Healthcare sector Essential Knowledge, abilities and skills Knowledge of Employment Law and its application in the workplace Ability to deal with difficult situations with tact and diplomacy Effective communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to develop positive working relationships Ability to collect, collate and analyse information to enable informed decisions Competent user of Microsoft Office applications Desirable Knowledge, abilities and skills Working knowledge of ESR or similar electronic records system Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. Disclosure to D
