At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide HR support and advice to managers and employees in a caring environment.
- Company: Join Southdown, Sussex's largest not-for-profit care provider.
- Benefits: Enjoy health cashback, interest-free loans, discounts, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Hybrid working with opportunities for professional growth and training.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your HR skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in employee relations and a CIPD Level 5 qualification.
The predicted salary is between 38228 - 46723 £ per year.
Location: Lewes
This position is offered on a hybrid basis with a minimum of 3 days per week in our Lewes office.
Salary: £34,800 per year
Hours: 37 per week
Contract: FTC for 4 months
What you'll be doing:
Southdown is the largest not-for-profit provider of care, support, and housing in Sussex. We’ve been helping people access stable accommodation, mental health and care services since 1972, now counting over 900 people as part of our team. We are seeking an experienced People Advisor to support our existing team. You will be providing practical HR advice and support to our managers and employees including managing a range of employee relations cases.
We welcome applications from those with experience in roles such as HR Generalist, HR Advisor, People Advisor, HR Business Partner and ER Advisor.
Perks and benefits:
- Health cost cash-back scheme: access to our health insurance scheme which covers dental, optical, physical therapies and other medical treatments with the option to add greater levels of cover.
- Interest-free loans: assistance with larger costs that arise such as tenancy deposits, season travel tickets or buying a car.
- Access to the Easit Network: discounts and incentives on train, bus and car journeys such as 15% off eligible daily and season rail tickets.
- Blue Light card: access to discount services for the social care sector with savings across thousands of online shops, restaurants, and high-street vendors.
- Free advice and counselling service: confidential emotional support and practical guidance from our independent telephone service.
- 25 days paid holiday plus bank holidays.
Knowledge, skills and experience
What you'll need for the role:
- Previous employee relations experience; including disciplinary, grievance, absence management and performance issues.
- Experience of conduct investigations.
- Knowledge of employment legislation, GDPR and HR compliance standards.
- CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent).
What would be nice:
- Knowledge of TUPE regulations.
Training: Our award-winning in-house training team will help you to gain valuable qualifications, continually develop your skills and build a great career with the largest provider of housing, care and support in Sussex.
How to apply: Please click on the Apply Now button and fill out our simple one-page application form. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and an appointment may be made before the advertisement is closed if a suitable candidate is identified. We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
People Advisor in Brighton employer: Southdown
Southdown is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a strong commitment to the community, employees benefit from generous perks such as health cost cash-back schemes, interest-free loans, and extensive training opportunities, all while working in the picturesque location of Lewes. Join us in making a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve, while enjoying a fulfilling career in the social care sector.
